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Best Laser Treatment for Large Pores and Under Eye Wrinkles

asked 3 years ago by Please Help My Pores in Charlotte, NC
Latest answer by Philip Young, MD
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Tags: eyes, under eyes, sagging, comparison, large pores, Virtual consultation

For some time now, I have been looking for a treatment to get rid of my under eye wrinkles (they are genetic I guess - I have had them since I was 13) and the excess skin on my upper eyelids. I was told that maybe the Deep Fx or Fraxel Re:store would be ideal, and no other lasers could go that close to my eye. The wrinkles go all the way up to the eyelid base - they are deep and long. I also have huge pores on my face, and I really want them to be minimized as well. Which between Fraxel and Deep FX/Active FX would best address my concerns?

3 answers to Best Laser Treatment for Large Pores and Under Eye Wrinkles

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Both lasers work well for different indications

A series (3-5 treatments) of Fraxel restore treatments will work well to tighten pores, but not as well for tightening of the skin as a fractionated CO2 laser, such as the Fraxel Repair or Deep FX. In our extensive experience with both the Fraxel Restore (>2 yrs) and the Fraxel Repair (>1 year) is that the latter works better for skin tightening and both work well for pores. The Restore will require less downtime than the Repair but needs to be done in a series and will not tighten... more
Min S. Ahn, MD

Westborough Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Fraxel and Co2 lasers can tighten your skin

Generally, you can go up to 3 mm away from your eyelid margin to treat wrinkles around your eye. In this case it will be beneficial to have eyeshields to protect your eyes. When you get really close to the eyelid margin you will put your eyelashes at risk. Even if the laser doesn't hit it directly, you can have the plume singe the eyelashes. There are some that think the eyelashes do not grow back as long. My experience has been with Deep FX. This can tighten up your skin but may need... more
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Fraxel and Total FX - Both are "the best"

I have used both of these technologies and am very impressed with the results. I think either choice is less important than the qualifications and experience of the doctor doing the procedure. Good luck!
Mary Lupo, MD

New Orleans Dermatologist

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