Will Active FX permanently clear poikiloderma?

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....

Fillers such as Restylane Silk, Belotero, or Juvederm can work well to treat lines around the mouth, but the best first option is laser resurfacing or deep peels to induce collagen production. Superficial radiofrequency devices and microneedling can help as well and are less invasive. I suggest...

For patients with darker skin, laser resurfacing can be very tricky and so the key is to seek out a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist to perform your treatment.  Experience is essential here so do not let price be the determining factor in who you ultimately choose....