Is ActiveFX the only treatment option for the periorbital area, or are DeepFX and/or TotalFX also utilized? Was told ActiveFX is the only option for this area due to the delicate skin; I'd like to verify if this is correct. Additionally, is it customary for CO2 laser treatment to include the upper eyelids, or is this area typically avoided? If upper eyelids are included, should they tighten the skin there a bit? Is this truly the best option for tightening skin/treating mild laxity in this area?
February 5, 2016
Answer: ActiveFX™ vs. DeepFX™ vs. TotalFX™ for periorbital region? Hi Petunia83,The ActiveFX was designed for fractional resurfacing of the skin that can be tailored depending on the fluence (how strong the energy is applied) to penetrate to a safe depth in the area around the eyes when utilized properly. It works primarily to treat sun damage skin and wrinkles of the skin. ActiveFX can be used in the upper eyelid area to decrease the amount of excess skin, as long as it is a mild amount. Larger amounts of skin will need surgical excision, but resurfacing is a nice way to remove some skin without giving a surgical scar to a 32y/o.The DeepFX was designed not to resurface sun damage skin, but to help penetrate deeper into the dermal layer of the skin for problems with scaring, like acne scars, surgical/trauma scars, or burn scars. It does very little to resurface the surface of the skin or change mild wrinkles. Due to the deep penetration of the DeepFX, I have never recommended it to treat the area around the eyes, because similar problems with complications with ectropion or scaring can happen with this more aggressive treatment laser head.The TotalFX is a treatment that combines the DeepFX and the ActiveFX in the same area the same day. Due to the high risk of complications that could happen on the area around the eyes due to the thin delicate skin with DeepFX, I do not then recommend TotalFX for the area around the eyes. Total FX works great for a patient with acne scaring on the cheeks, chin, and/or forehead that has sun damage and the combination of Deep/ActiveFX is then beneficial for this patient."This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, used against any physician or as medical witness expert advise or court, but only opinion. This answer is for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."Hope this helps,Dr. Gus Diaz
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February 5, 2016
Answer: ActiveFX™ vs. DeepFX™ vs. TotalFX™ for periorbital region? Hi Petunia83,The ActiveFX was designed for fractional resurfacing of the skin that can be tailored depending on the fluence (how strong the energy is applied) to penetrate to a safe depth in the area around the eyes when utilized properly. It works primarily to treat sun damage skin and wrinkles of the skin. ActiveFX can be used in the upper eyelid area to decrease the amount of excess skin, as long as it is a mild amount. Larger amounts of skin will need surgical excision, but resurfacing is a nice way to remove some skin without giving a surgical scar to a 32y/o.The DeepFX was designed not to resurface sun damage skin, but to help penetrate deeper into the dermal layer of the skin for problems with scaring, like acne scars, surgical/trauma scars, or burn scars. It does very little to resurface the surface of the skin or change mild wrinkles. Due to the deep penetration of the DeepFX, I have never recommended it to treat the area around the eyes, because similar problems with complications with ectropion or scaring can happen with this more aggressive treatment laser head.The TotalFX is a treatment that combines the DeepFX and the ActiveFX in the same area the same day. Due to the high risk of complications that could happen on the area around the eyes due to the thin delicate skin with DeepFX, I do not then recommend TotalFX for the area around the eyes. Total FX works great for a patient with acne scaring on the cheeks, chin, and/or forehead that has sun damage and the combination of Deep/ActiveFX is then beneficial for this patient."This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, used against any physician or as medical witness expert advise or court, but only opinion. This answer is for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."Hope this helps,Dr. Gus Diaz
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Answer: Different modes - upper lid optional however most often treated You really do need a face to face consultation. Eye rejuvenation can be a process of laser, different forms of laser (Active vs Deep), surgery, surgery and laser, surgical procedures, laser and dermal fillers. Combinations are infinite depending on your presentation. Specialist who perform facial aesthetics merely use lasers as tools to get the job done. Every job is unique. So its hard to assess what mode is best for you. True assessment begins by examination of your total orbit, including placement of your lids, lid margins, brows, and the supporting structures including your orbital rim, retaining ligaments etc... followed by pinch testing. I use 4 different CO2 lasers, including Active, Deep and Total Fx, CO2 CORE, Fraxel RePair, and YL MT - every rejuvenation project is unique . Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.
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Answer: Different modes - upper lid optional however most often treated You really do need a face to face consultation. Eye rejuvenation can be a process of laser, different forms of laser (Active vs Deep), surgery, surgery and laser, surgical procedures, laser and dermal fillers. Combinations are infinite depending on your presentation. Specialist who perform facial aesthetics merely use lasers as tools to get the job done. Every job is unique. So its hard to assess what mode is best for you. True assessment begins by examination of your total orbit, including placement of your lids, lid margins, brows, and the supporting structures including your orbital rim, retaining ligaments etc... followed by pinch testing. I use 4 different CO2 lasers, including Active, Deep and Total Fx, CO2 CORE, Fraxel RePair, and YL MT - every rejuvenation project is unique . Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.
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