We have used the Total FX (Deep FX + Active FX) for improvement of syringomas. Since our goal is to avoid scarring, there is a slight risk that the syringomas may grow back--but then treatment can be repeated. We want to minimize the risk of a pigmentation change, especially in Asian patients.
Laser to treat syringomas?
I am half Asian and have syringomas around my lower eyes since I can remember. I got them removed once by electrocautery, but they all came back again, and. maybe even more in clusters now. I am 27 now and it has really started to bother me. My undereyes look awful and wrinkly where the syringomas start and finish, and it just overall makes me look older. I went to a dermatologist and then got another opinion from a plastic surgeon in the area, and both of them suggest the TOTAL FX . Will it work? What other treatments would be best?
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A: Total FX may treat under-eye syringomas
Total FX has the ability to penetrate to a depth of 2000 microns, which may actually be deep enough to destroy the syringomas. You should know that syringomas are notoriously difficult to treat. There is no guarantee that Total FX would work or that the syringomas would not recur after treatment with... more
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23 Feb 2009
Hi Dr. Chen thank you! I actually went to skin care physicians for a consult with dr dover. He was one that recommended the total fx. I was just concerned because it was so expensive at SCP and I went to another plastic surgeon who offered the same procedure for $2000 cheaper. Thank you for your help!
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26 Feb 2009
Hi atx2004, I suffer from syringomas under my eyes as well. I am currently looking for a physician to treat them. I was wondering if you had already had the Total FX done. If so, was it effective? If you don't mind me asking, how much was it? Thank you!
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16 Jun 2009
i have had syringoma under my right eye for about 20yrs now. it has grown into what they call a plaque with some individual spots around it. it caused me much anxiety & depression when i was in my 20's so i completely sympathize atx. i had a consult with a laser surgeon once but he was dismissive & gave me a bad prognosis so i never went through with it. i am currently thinking about pursuing a course of treatment. i was told to beware of scarring & darkening of skin during healing due to my asian skin type. anyone has any advice? laserdoc what kinda treatment did you offer your patient? thank you...
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22 Jun 2009
I'm about to do the DeepFX for the same condition on July 6th. These have been really hard to diagnosis as they look slightly different than the usual photos that you see. If you want additional info regarding my treatment, contact me... Thanks!