Waiting between Active FX/Total FX or Fraxel Repair treatments

I had Active FX/Total FX (in December) on my face neck and chest. So far so good, but my neck and chest were done on a light setting so there's not much effect from the laser. I understand the rationale for a lighter setting on the neck/chest because skin is more delicate. If I were to have either Total FX/or Fraxel Repair done again on my neck and chest (and maybe eyelids), how long do I have to wait? I'm in a hurry to have another child so I want to get this stuff over with.

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A: Waiting between Active FX/Total FX treatments

Gustavo A. Diaz, MD

I usually wait a period of 6 to 8 weeks between ActiveFX/TotalFX treatments when done in as a series of treatments. This is specially important for patients that suffer from acne scaring and severe sun damage on their faces, neck, chest and hands. I wish you good luck with your new child.

A: Timing Between Fraxel re:pair Treatments

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi Skylar, You can have another fractionated CO2 laser treatment with Total FX or Fraxel re:pair as soon as two to four months after the first treatment.  Don't do too much or your new baby won't recognize you and will think that you are a sibling.  Good luck with your family and happy... more

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monica adami
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10 Jun 2009

I had activefx procedure done May 16,2009 I have good skin but I thought this would help with little flaws I saw. I'm trying to achieve flawless skin what can I do next maybe a combination of something?

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