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So Far I'm Extremely Happy with the Results

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I had my first Pixel procedure done on my full...

Tracyk9935May 1, 2008
WORTH IT$1,749

I had my first Pixel procedure done on my full face and 1/2 neck 6 days ago. I've noticed immediate results in skin blotchiness, as well as some improvement on acne scars. It's still pretty early to comment on myself but I'm very happy so far with what I see. It was pretty uncomfortable to have done, it feels like being snapped with a rubber band except with a burning sensation as well. But the procedure only took about 10-15 minutes so I was able to handle it.

Afterwards its as though I had a bad sunburn but that began to fade about an hour later and was totally gone within 3 days. Minor flaking then occured and now on day 6 my skin is smoother and I just can't wait for my 2nd treatment in about 4 weeks.

Would love to hear from more people that have had the procedure and I will update my progress after my upcoming treatment.


Tracyk9935's provider

Charles E. Crutchfield III, MD

Charles E. Crutchfield III, MD

Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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Replies (10)

Tracyk9935
June 3, 2008
Ok I just had my 2nd Pixel laser treatment yesturday and I gotta say it wasnt as bad as the first one. Maybe I was just more prepared but honestly I thought the pain was mild. My Dr. said he was using a stronger setting (i guess that means it goes deeper into the skin), he said 50% stronger than my first treatment which was fine by me. So far I feel just like the first treatment, it feels and looks like I have a sunburn. This time I opted not to have my neck done cause of the cost, so i paid $995.00 for full face. They did one pass on my entire face using a lower setting then he did "stacking" with the stronger setting (which means he held the laser over the same spot while it went off 3 times instead of just once). Again I cant wait to see the results and I have an appt. for the end of July for my 3rd treatment. Will update with my results as time goes on.
Darlene
July 17, 2008
I was researching lasers and ran across your review. I saw you were in St. Paul. I am in White Bear, what clinic did you go to? Are you having any work done to the 11's between the eyebrows? Any tightening noticeable anywhere? Thanks for your review.
Tracyk9935
July 17, 2008
Hi Darlene, I go to {see above in review} in Eagan. I had pixel laser over my entire face and yea alot of noticeable changes, especially for the discoloration I had from acne scars. Im not having anything done between the eyebrows tho. Dr. actually is on this site he has answered alot of questions etc. so if youd like more info on him just do a search right on this site. Thanks and good luck!
(unregistered guest)
June 3, 2008
Hi Tracy, thank you for sharing more about pixel. i'm getting updates by email so please keep updating! i too have acne cheek scars. my derm is selling me on fraxel. why did you choose pixel? did you have a choice of other lasers? thank you again Tracy!
Tracyk9935
June 3, 2008
Hi Mira, well I strictly went on what my Derm. suggested, I had researched treatments for acne scars and came to my own conclusion that my Dr. would choose to laser my face compared to a peel I just wasnt sure which laser would be used. He suggested the Pixel and I went with it. I researched it more so after I had my first treatment done and for acne scarring it appears that Pixel is the best option. I would love to know the difference between Pixel and Fraxel lasers myself. Good luck in whichever option you choose and let us all know how it goes! THANKS!!
Tracyk9935
June 3, 2008
I should add that my initial consultation and my first treatment were done on the same day, I asked if I could have it done right away and it just so happened that he had an opening that very afternooon. So I had about 3 hours to do my research on the Pixel laser, I found out what I could and was very comfortable and confident with my Dr.'s opionion. Time will tell but as of now I'm really excited about the results and cant wait for the upcoming treatments.
Tracyk9935
June 3, 2008
I should add I had the Pixel laser resurfacing done, I'd love to know the difference between Pixel and Fraxel lasers so if there are any Dr.s out there that read this please feel free to explain the differences. THANKS!!
tamj
June 10, 2008
I would like to know which laser treatment you had done? Iwould also like to know what type of acne scarring do you have? Thanks
Tracyk9935
June 10, 2008
I had the Pixel laser done 2 times so far. The scarring I had was on my cheeks mainly and the best way to describe it is bumpy looking, but also some discoloring as well. Its been 8 days since my second treatment and the discoloring has improved ALOT, also alot of the scars have totally disappeared leaving smooth skin YAY!! I will be having 2 more treatments done so I cant wait, in fact the hardest thing of all is the waiting period because Im so excited about the first two treatments I just cant wait to see the results from the next two.
surge22
December 10, 2008
hi tracy, is the pixel treatment the laser resufacing treatment? or are they different? does your face get red, and where did you get it done, ime here in l.a.
UPDATED FROM Tracyk9935

I had my 2nd treatment and the pain wasnt nearly...

Tracyk9935June 28, 2008

I had my 2nd treatment and the pain wasnt nearly as bad, maybe because I had it done before and knew what to expect.  Either way it was easy.  They set the setting done at 50% higher than the first time.  Same results with the 3 days of spotty redness followed by peeling and flaking.  Its been 3 weeks since my 2nd treatment and again I see improvements.  Scars are filling in and skin blotchiness has lessened.  Cant wait for my 3rd treatment.  I did not have 1/2 my neck done this time so it cost me $995.  for my entire face.  They did one pass over my entire face and then the Dr. did "stacking" which means they allow the laser to hit three times in the same spot before moving along to another spot.  After each treatment I used a antioxidant refoliator lotion for 5 days, it replenishes nutrients to help the skin protect itself after laser, microdermabrasion or peels.  It really helps the healing. 


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Tracyk9935
July 29, 2008
Ok I had my 3rd pixel laser procedure done about 2 hours ago. WOW was this one more intense than the others. The setting went up to 1600 where the first two were set at 1400 (whatever that means LOL). All i know is that it hurt much more than before which i actually liked because no pain no gain and its over so quickly that its totally tolerable. Im super red and they gave me cold packs for my face where b4 they werent even needed. Again i just feel very sunburned but its only been 2 hours and its subsided ALOT already. Cant wait to see the results, my 4th and possibly final procedure is done the end of August, will update again then.
michael_k8888
August 10, 2008
Hi Tracey i read your comment about your pixel laser treatment and i was wondering on your 3rd treatment did you have to use any local anaesthetic for your pain?
Tracyk9935
August 11, 2008
No i didnt use anything for pain, except for a squishy ball i squeezed the sh*t out of LOL.
UPDATED FROM Tracyk9935

I just had my 4th treatment with the Pixel laser...

Tracyk9935August 28, 2008

I just had my 4th treatment with the Pixel laser done.  It was set at 1800 which is pretty high and more painful than before, nothing i couldnt handle tho.  I was much redder after this treatment but I like that cause it means something intense was done.  Time will tell my improvements, I dont go back to my Dr for 4 months so that the new collagen can come in.  Ill continue to update....


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Tracyk9935
November 24, 2008
Im going for my 5th pixel treatment today at 5pm, cant wait!! Will update and this time im taking some pain meds before i go in, i have some vicadin left from having wisdom teeth removed so i may as well put it to use before it expires. Wish me luck....
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