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Should I Get Active FX and Deep FX Together (Total FX)?

I was going to make an appointment for Active FX today, but it seems like everyone is getting Deep FX with their Active FX now. Should I get...

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What Should I Expect from Total FX?

I recently went to see an Esthetician about getting the Total FX treatment. He said that I would have small white bumps on my face that are not...

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Best Pre-treatment Protocol for Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair?

Is it important to stop Retinol or Retin A products 5 days before doing Total FX/Active FX or Fraxel re:pair? I was told 2 different things by 2...

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Fraxel Re:pair Vs Total FX for Neck Skin Tightening

There aren't many doctors offering Fraxel Re:pair in my area, and it's easier to find doctors that provide Total FX. Will skin tightening results...

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Are Horrible Active FX/Total FX Results Common?

How common are horrible Active FX or Total FX results? Are they predictable and avoidable?

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Will Total FX Help with "Jowls"?

I have been told I don't have enough loose skin for a face lift, but Total FX will help "rid" me of my little jowls. I have fair skin and...

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Total FX - How Long After Treatment Will I Have to Avoid the Sun?

I am an outdoor person and have an Asian skin tone. I do wear a hat and sunscreen all the time, but I worry that having Total FX done will cause me...

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Redness After Total FX

I had Total FX done on one scar on my cheek 2 1/2 months ago, and am still red. Is this normal, and will it ever go away? My doctor did light...

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Biafine for Post-Active/Total FX Care?

I'm going in for Active/Total FX treatment on December 12. The MD that will be doing the procedure (very experienced with a great track record)...

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When Will Total FX Swelling Go Down?

I had Total FX (Active FX with Deep FX) done less than 24 hours ago. My eyes are almost completely swollen shut, especially my left eye. It is also...

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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...

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Total FX Cost

How much does Total FX cost on average?

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Is my Skin Too Sensitive for Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair?

My skin can be very sensitive to strong skin care products (i.e. Retinol, Triluma, glycolic acid), and I can usually only tolerate them a few days at...

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Is It Necessary to Be on Skin Bleaching Regimen Before Total FX?

I've had bad skin (redness, acne scars, freckles, etc.) for a LONG time, so I was disappointed when I had to wait a few weeks before the procedure...

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Why Did I Have More Wrinkle on my Eyes After Total FX?

Why do I have more noticeable wrinkles after Total FX around my eyes? My doctor said it was because of the tightening effect is taking place and it...

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Active FX /Total FX from an Opthamologist

She has tons of experience doing Active FX and Total FX, and had before and after photos of HER patients. She is an associate prof at Stanford School...

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Grid Marks After Total FX

I had Total FX treatment three weeks ago and I still have grid marks around chin. Is this normal? It doesn't look like hyperpigmentation, it looks...

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Total FX Vs. TCA Chemical Peel for Lines Under Eyes?

I am 42 and have some crepiness / lines beneath the eyes. Two different doctors have promoted their solution - Total FX vs TCA 35%. Which will have a...

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Treatment for Redness a Year After Total FX?

I had Total FX (Active FX/Deep FX) performed 1 year ago on an indented scar I have on my cheek. While I did not see much improvement in the scar, I...

1 doctor answer

Total FX Recovery

I'm considering getting Total FX to treat some moderate sun damage and wrinkles. What kind of recovery time am I in for? Will I need to take time off...

3 doctor answers

Total FX: Q&A

Should I Get Active FX and Deep FX Together (Total FX)?

What Should I Expect from Total FX?

Best Pre-treatment Protocol for Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair?

Fraxel Re:pair Vs Total FX for Neck Skin Tightening

Are Horrible Active FX/Total FX Results Common?

Will Total FX Help with "Jowls"?

Total FX - How Long After Treatment Will I Have to Avoid the Sun?

Redness After Total FX

Biafine for Post-Active/Total FX Care?

When Will Total FX Swelling Go Down?

Waiting Between Active FX/Total FX or Fraxel Repair Treatments

Total FX Cost

Is my Skin Too Sensitive for Total FX or Fraxel Re:pair?

Is It Necessary to Be on Skin Bleaching Regimen Before Total FX?

Why Did I Have More Wrinkle on my Eyes After Total FX?

Active FX /Total FX from an Opthamologist

Grid Marks After Total FX

Total FX Vs. TCA Chemical Peel for Lines Under Eyes?

Treatment for Redness a Year After Total FX?

Total FX Recovery

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