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My decision to try Active FX was not an easy...

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kenai12
WORTH IT$2,900

My decision to try Active FX was not an easy decision because of the cost.   I was very careful to select a physician who had great knowledge and experience in this area.  I initially contacted my plastic surgeon who performed my reconstructive surgery following a mastectomy.  She is the Director of a Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Clinic and I was expecting that she would perform the procedure.  She directed me to a provider in Cosmetic Dermatology.

When I made my initial appointment for a consult, the staff indicated I would be able to schedule an earlier appointment if I was willing to see another member of the medical staff.  Based on my surgeon's recommendation, I decided to wait.  My advice, find THE best doctor in your area to perform this procedure.  I am convinced that satisfaction with the procedure and the end result is directly correlated to the expertise and experience of your provider.  Get referrals!!!

I'm broke and thrilled with my early results.  My choice to have Active FX was based on my age, I'm in my mid 50's, and my recent divorce.   I finally spent some of my hard earned money on myself rather than on attorney fees and maintaining a home that is not selling...I know, shocking....LOL.  My ex, who chose to "disappear" after I found out he had been unfaithful for many years and who then physically assaulted me twice prior to his disappearance, left me with all the work of maintaining and selling a large home while he continued with his "freewheeling" lifestyle.  This time, it was finally, after 23 years, all about me and I couldn't be more pleased.

kenai12's provider

Jeffrey Orringer, MD

Jeffrey Orringer, MD

Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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Replies (23)

September 17, 2008
You look great! We're all looking forward to the progress. Thank you for sharing. This is on my list of things to do. Maybe I'll take your dad's advice and do it just before Halloween! Thank you again.
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September 23, 2008
Here are a few more photos, the photos w/ black shirt were taken five days after the procedure, the first photo w/ blue shell is eight days after w/o makeup and the last is eight days after w/ makeup. My experience has been 100 % positive having had no complications or discomfort. It is my opinion that finding a cosmetic dermatologist who has researched, is well-versed and has performed many Active FX treatments is the key to a complication-free and positive experience. The research I've read from the University of Michigan indicates it will take AT LEAST three weeks, post procedure, before a patient begins to see noticeable results because the skin begins to regenerate collagen at that point. As you can see, nine days after my procedure, there is a noticeable difference in my skin, especially under my eyes.
September 24, 2008
Yippee ... I have been checking daily for your posting and lo and behold, it's finally here! Your skin looks so fresh and bright. Your eyes pop with joy and they are so youthful looking. That is incredible. I am so happy the procedure was a success for you. If you compare your before and after shots, it's not only the skin under your eyes, but the skin above your eyes is also tighter. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and your photos, as well as enlightening us to the fact nine days of "healing" is more of a reality. I'm looking forward to future postings. Enjoy!
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September 24, 2008
Karen, Yes, you are correct, my upper lids are less saggy. Runs in my family ;-( I sent my photos to my doc yesterday as he is located 95 miles from my home. He sent me an email stating that I had excellent results. I also spoke with his RN/PA? today. She told me my results were great, as well. My doc and his asst told me that adhering to post treatment protocol is the secret to having great results. They explained I would feel like I had a sunburn for about three hours, post treatment. Like clockwork, they were right on target. I could have used the ice a bit more frequently the first day but having to drive 95 miles home a few hours after the treatment precluded me from icing every hour. I was diligent with the vinegar soaks, using sterile gauze, soaking it in the solution and keeping it on my face for extended periods of time. I also slathered on Aquaphor as often as necessary using the feeling of "tightness" on my face as my guide. Finally, appearing in public was never an issue. Although it was obvious that I had something "wrong" with my face, I never felt self conscious going out in public. I think having a mastectomy cures you of those issues and I never thought I looked all that bad. Best of luck to you, Karen.
September 24, 2008
You look great. I'd say you got your money's worth and then some. You look ten years younger from the first pic.