I had the Mixto laser done on December 22, and I experienced nearly intolerable itching 2 days post-op, and it won't stop! Is this common or could it be a reaction to the Aquaphor or something else? I haven't read much about itching from others.
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October 31, 2010
Answer: Post Fractional CO2 laser itching
William Ting, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Mixto involves typically 20% ablation of skin at a time. Active Fx, in its most conservative setting involves approximately 56% ablation. Most experienced laser surgeon would agree that downtime and pain associated with Mixto may be slightly less, given the same parameters.
I am speaking as someone who has performed more than 150 cases of Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing for ethnic skin, e.g. Hispanic and Asian skin. My anectodal clinical experience tells me that Mixto is a better consideration for ethnic skin vs. Fraxel Repair or Total Fx as Mixto technology...
Mixto fractional laser resurfacing works beautifully to help reduce scarring caused by acne. This CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser helps to deliver a precise matrix of Microspots that penetrate to the dermis and stimulate the formation of new collagen. At the same time, immediate shrinkage of damaged...