While both lasers can be used on this area, the tightening isn't as impressive on the neck and complications can occur when treating that area. One of the biggest problems which can occur is when the colors of the skin around the neck and chest don't match after the procedure, making it nearly impossible... more
Fraxel Re:pair vs Total FX: Which should I choose for skin tightening on my neck?
There aren't many doctors offering Fraxel Re:pair in my area, and it's easier to find doctors that provide Total FX. Will skin tightening results through Total FX be as good as Fraxel Re:pair's results?
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A: Fraxel Repair for skin tightening on the neck
Hi jonjanna -- We have the Fraxel repair and the Lumenis Ultrapulse Encore (which is used for Active FX and TotalFx). Both can be used successfully, but we prefer the Fraxel repair. Our centre was involved in the clinical trials for Fraxel and have found it to be an excellent device for resurfacing both the... more
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20 Nov 2008
Dr Schlessenger, I'm now confused. One of your prior answers said that you frequently did the face and neck together. I plan on getting my face, neck and chest together. I also don't understand the comment about makeup. Makeup will be needed where? Can you explain your answer a bit more? Thank you, Jana