What kind of improvement could you realistically expect in marionete and NLFolds from the combination of Co2 Dot laser, following with prp, and probably doing Sculptra first? 61 year old female. Marionette lines did not improve much with filler right in front of the fullness and the ultimate procedure WOULD be a facelift. I know this, just trying to get by for another year or so and health may not permit, so looking for alternatives. Thanks! Already tried ultherapy once with very minimal results.
Answer: Laser Resurfacing for marionette lines, nasolabial folds, and skin rejuvenation. Thank you for your question. Skin resurfacing lasers are great, for fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, and overall texture of skin. However for deep marionette lines and naso labial folds, you need to replace lost volume in your upper and mid face. I like to use Voluma along with Sculptra to address these areas of deep volume loss and then work on the surface of your skin. I hope this helps you. Be well
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: Laser Resurfacing for marionette lines, nasolabial folds, and skin rejuvenation. Thank you for your question. Skin resurfacing lasers are great, for fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, and overall texture of skin. However for deep marionette lines and naso labial folds, you need to replace lost volume in your upper and mid face. I like to use Voluma along with Sculptra to address these areas of deep volume loss and then work on the surface of your skin. I hope this helps you. Be well
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: PRP combined with CO2 laser can help improve your results Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.
Helpful
Answer: PRP combined with CO2 laser can help improve your results Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.
Helpful
September 27, 2017
Answer: Improving Nasolabial Folds - Lasers like Fraxel/Clear + Brilliant, RF like VIVA, Peels, Fillers, Skin Care, Face Lift, Fat This is difficult to answer without pictures, but I do recommend a combination approach to get the best results for marionette lines and nasolabial folds. Fraxel/Clear + Brilliant are also great lasers for this. I recommend fillers for the folds and lines themselves but also lifting around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top with lasers, rf treatments, J Plasma and peels to get the most conservative natural look. Please see a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
September 27, 2017
Answer: Improving Nasolabial Folds - Lasers like Fraxel/Clear + Brilliant, RF like VIVA, Peels, Fillers, Skin Care, Face Lift, Fat This is difficult to answer without pictures, but I do recommend a combination approach to get the best results for marionette lines and nasolabial folds. Fraxel/Clear + Brilliant are also great lasers for this. I recommend fillers for the folds and lines themselves but also lifting around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top with lasers, rf treatments, J Plasma and peels to get the most conservative natural look. Please see a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
December 14, 2019
Answer: Laser with PRP Our Fractional CO2 laser is often used to help decrease deep wrinkles, fine lines, and pigmented lesions. The resurfacing fractional technique encourages your body’s natural collagen cells to increase their production. When combined with PRP it works effectively to rejuvenate wrinkles, acne and scarring. I would not recommend using a RF fractional laser (We use the INMODE Fractora) in combination with fillers. Autologous fat transfer to the face is the most effective way to achieve a filler like effect without compromising the ability of the laser's techniques. Fillers such as sculptra or juvederm can be used, but if the patient is going under anesthesia, it makes more sense to use autologous fat because the supply isn't limited, it contains your own stem cells, and offers more of a chance for a semi-permanent result.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
December 14, 2019
Answer: Laser with PRP Our Fractional CO2 laser is often used to help decrease deep wrinkles, fine lines, and pigmented lesions. The resurfacing fractional technique encourages your body’s natural collagen cells to increase their production. When combined with PRP it works effectively to rejuvenate wrinkles, acne and scarring. I would not recommend using a RF fractional laser (We use the INMODE Fractora) in combination with fillers. Autologous fat transfer to the face is the most effective way to achieve a filler like effect without compromising the ability of the laser's techniques. Fillers such as sculptra or juvederm can be used, but if the patient is going under anesthesia, it makes more sense to use autologous fat because the supply isn't limited, it contains your own stem cells, and offers more of a chance for a semi-permanent result.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
October 18, 2017
Answer: Fractional CO2 laser and PRP Results Thank you for your question. The fractional CO2 is often used in skin tightening treatments to help decrease wrinkles and pigmented lesions, and to encourage your body’s natural collagen production. When combined with PRP it works effectively to with wrinkles, acne and scarring. For volume loss in the face such as marionette lines, I recommend using dermal fillers such as Voluma or Juvederm. For more information, I recommend getting a in-person consultation from a board-certified dermatologist.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
October 18, 2017
Answer: Fractional CO2 laser and PRP Results Thank you for your question. The fractional CO2 is often used in skin tightening treatments to help decrease wrinkles and pigmented lesions, and to encourage your body’s natural collagen production. When combined with PRP it works effectively to with wrinkles, acne and scarring. For volume loss in the face such as marionette lines, I recommend using dermal fillers such as Voluma or Juvederm. For more information, I recommend getting a in-person consultation from a board-certified dermatologist.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
