I Have Been Tanning in the Tanning Bed Can I Still Have MiXto CO2 Laser Treatment Done??

Using retinols and bleaching creams is often advised prior to and subsequent to MIXTO procedures to minimize pigmentation issues. Both medications can also irritate and sensitize the skin.  If you experience significant irritation, you should contact your doctor as they would be...

While there are differences between fractional CO2 lasers, the laser surgeon's judgment is the most important variable.    That being said, I think the Mixto laser has some particular advantages over other current fractional CO2 lasers, and is my choice. 

Hi there- In our Orlando Plastic Surgery and Skin Care Center, we LOVE the Mixto- But it is probably not your best choice if your only concern is rosacea... The Mixto, or any other fractional co2 laser, focuses on the water in the skin. This vaporizes the top layer of the skin, causes...

In my opinion, Aquaphor is better than Vaseline which is more likely to clog pores. While it can be useful, I prefer less greasy moisturizers designed for post procedure that also contain other active ingredients that can assist in the healing process.

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...

Yes, the MiXto can cause small spots of lighter colored skin.  I have seen it when I use heavy setting and suspect it to be related to high treatment densities, possibly a heat injury to the melanocytes around the very small laser columns.  Most the time this has resolved, but I have a...