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Facial Rejuvenation Treatment: What Offers Long-lasting Results?

I'm 27 and I'm considering peels, IPL, Fraxel, and Active FX for the few sun spots and acne scars I'd like to take care of before I get married in a year. Which option is best for long lasting results without being extremely expensive?

Asked 38 months ago by Viv in new york, ny
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Nothing beats a true dermabrasion for acne scarring.

Since you have a year before the wedding then you are getting started at the right time. Sun spots are easy to treat with IPLs, chem peels or lasers but when it comes to acne scars, nothing comes close to the results of a good old fashioned true dermabrasion. It runs about $3500 for the cheeks and chin and has 1 week of down time and 1 month pinkness . It has the extra benefit of getting rid of wrinkles and age spots and sun spots as well all in one treatment. It is done under local... more
David Hansen, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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For sun spots, IPL, if you have deep acne scars, then Fraxel

For sun spots, IPL, if you have deep acne scars, then Fraxel.  If you want to avoid having to repeat treatment then I suggest to start wearing sunscreen every day.  For both Fraxel and IPL you will need a few treatments for optimal results, and I would start now so you are perfect for your wedding!
Babak Azizzadeh, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Facial rejuvenation treatments depend on changing factors

Skin rejuvenation procedures are not a "one time thing." There are procedures that provide more change and those that we use to maintain these results. All depends upon exactly what you are trying to accomplish, your recovery time line and your skin type. You need a good evaluation by an experienced surgeon to get this sorted out. Best Regards.
John P. Di Saia, MD
Orange Plastic Surgeon
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Acne scar treatment before wedding

The sun spots are easily treated with q-switched laser treatments. Don't bother with IPL or chemical peels for sun damage unless you are only looking for temporary results. Stick to q-stitched lasers for permanent resolution of sun damaged skin. For acne scars, there are many options and it depends on which type you have. Check out the following options for textured acne scars. CO2 Laser Resurfacing Erbium Laser Resurfacing Fractional Resurfacing Punch Excision Subcision Dermabrasion Phenol... more
Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Acne scars are tough to beat; the other problems easier

Acne scars have defeated most of the modern day treatments including deep chemical peel, lasers, dermabrasion. In my experience, the best answer to depressed acne scars is to plump them with a filler. Many patients have had great success with liquid silicone which is permanent. I know of several dermatologists who have great facility with it. Regarding the sun spots and othe pigmentary issues, they are easier to treat. Bleaching creams are the best. They work but you need a high... more
Robert Kotler, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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