Active FX Laser Treatment After Radiesse

ActiveFx and DeepFx are fractional CO2 lasers that can repair sundamage and remove fine lines and wrinkles.  They can really tighten the skin but they will not remove excess sagging skin to the extent that a facelift or necklift will achieve. For best results, I recommend you seek a...

Poikiloderma by definition involves skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentaiton and redness, most commonly on the neck, due to prior sun damage. This is one of the most difficult skin blemish to treatment. In the past, treatment with IPL or photofacial has been disappointing. While...

ActiveFX resurfacing is a great treatment option to smooth skin texture, tighten laxity, and reduce sun damage. You can expect to be very red and swollen the first 24-48 hours. You will become crusted with a very bronzed appearance. Most of the crusting will gently and naturally slough off in...

Hi Maris, Dr. Groff has answered your question beautifully and in an unbiased fashion.  It has also been my experience that one Active FX doesn't give the same results as a series of Fraxel re:store treatments.  Good luck and be well. Dr. P

After any ablative skin resurfacing, the skin is very compromised and in need of delicate care. Unfortunately, some patients unintendedly may scratch their face while healing. The mark may remain for several weeks, but should eventually fade nicely.

In our experience, the skin is healed by 5 days and patients can use make up to camouflage any redness. The redness should be gone in a few weeks. If you're having persistent redness at a month, you should see your surgeon promptly to rule out possible contact dermatitis, infection, or scarring....