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Ematrix uses sublative energy and reduces downtime when compared with fractional ablative lasers like CO2 or Fraxel. We use ematrix in combination with Melarase creams and Retinoids to improve skin quality, texture, and tone. Dr. Karamanoukian
There are many tips and 'tricks of the trade' that have culminated from experience in doing this procedure in patients with acne scars. Intermediate energy, minimal overlap, moisturize, avoid sun and some topical propprietary creams. Best,Dr. Karamanoukian
Ematrix is fantastic for facial rejuvenation and acne scars, especially on darker skin typess which I am not able to Fraxel because of the risk of hyper-pigmentation. It is great in Asian skin types and darker skin colors because it is safe and effective.Ematrix is meant to be used on shallow scars and fine lines - not on deep wrinkles that need fillers such as Restylane or Juvederm
OK .... there are several methods to decrease side effects from Ematrix-1. See someone who performs this regularly and is GOOD at it- namely know what settings to use to give you the best results. 2. Some Specialists like to use a once off application of a steroid cream / ointment to decrease swelling and redness following ematrix3. Avoid the sun4. Avoid exercise 24-72 hrs (depending on level and passes)5. Use a moisturiser frequently6. If high passes, high fluence, overlaps- ice ice ice.Top 6 tips from Dr Davin S. Lim, Laser and Cosmetic Dermatologist
eMatrix is for superficial lines and wrinkles, not deep creases. It should not be used on the mouth area. If you have deep wrinkles around the mouth, you would most likely be a candidate for fillers.
Our office utilizes the Ematrix protocol for acne scars and we advise patients to go through a round of procedures to achieve optimal results. Improvement is seen with one treatment, but several is probably more appropriate. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian
Our office specializes in scar revision and we use both the ematrix and fractional co2 lasers for surgical scars. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS
Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus...
Fractional co2 and ematrix are both ablative lasers. They are unlikely to cause fat atrophy as they mainly deliver heat to the dermis. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS
Our office has many different treatments for scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce...
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