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Difference Between Mixto Laser and Active or Deep FX?

I am considering Mixto Laser for shallow acne scars, enlarged pores, and uneven texture. Is there is a difference between this laser and Deep FX or Active FX?

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by jlb17 in new jersey
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Mixto laser for acne scars and skin texture improvement

Hi there- The Mixto and the other laser you mention (the Active FX and the Deep FX are different handpieces of the same laser) use the same technology, meaning they are both fractionated carbon dioxide based lasers. In my opinion, the Mixto has a benefit, which is that the computer generated pattern the laser uses causes a bit less pain, but I think that for many patients this is a relatively insignificant difference. In the final analysis, your outcome and experience are going to depend... more

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