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SmartXide DOT Therapy - Face, Neck and Chest - 51 Year Old Female - Winter Park, FL
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I started this journey by accident. I went in to...
WORTH IT$4,450
I started this journey by accident. I went in to my surgeon to inquire about eyelid surgery. During the consultation he recommended SmartXide DOT Therapy first since this will help lift my eyes and address other concerns I have regarding wrinkles around my mouth and neck. I researched DOT Therapy on the web and went to see my Dermatologist for a second opinion. The cost and procedure varied - Dermatologist used topical anesthetic, 1/2 the price and faster recovery (would most likely need a 2nd visit for area around mouth). Surgeon - general anesthetic (I had to get an EKG and blood work before the procedure), more money but it is a much deeper treatment. I decided to go with my surgeon. I will post photos and updates as soon as I have the procedure.
Besides the EKG and blood work I have three prescriptions to fill for the procedure. Motrin 800, Zpack and Valtrex.
Two weeks post surgery - stop using RetinA and Obagi #3,4 and 5 products. Only use cleanser, sunscreen and moisturizer.
Three days post surgery - start using an Obagi gentle cleanser, Regenica, Action and Sunscreen SPF 50.
Besides the EKG and blood work I have three prescriptions to fill for the procedure. Motrin 800, Zpack and Valtrex.
Two weeks post surgery - stop using RetinA and Obagi #3,4 and 5 products. Only use cleanser, sunscreen and moisturizer.
Three days post surgery - start using an Obagi gentle cleanser, Regenica, Action and Sunscreen SPF 50.
KLMett's provider
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June 2, 2016
This is exactly the dilemma I'm facing now. I went to my surgeon last week and a c02 fractional laser full-face procedure will cost 6K (I didn't ask him which kind of laser). His procedure is to use a general anesthetic. I called my dermatologist today and the office manager said the doctor does an Active & Deep fractional laser for between $2600-$3200. Now, I'm really confused! She explained she doesn't put the patient under, rather applies a numbing topical. However, the price difference is huge! I'm wondering why?
UPDATED FROM KLMett
Day of treatment
Had DOT Therapy this morning
So this morning I went for DOT Therapy. I was more than ready to get this over with. Fortunately I was sedated so it it was a super easy procedure for me. Here's a picture just after arriving home. My skin is burning but I an cold. Bundled under two blankets. Eyes are swollen and mouth is really sore. This is an area he concentrated on at my request. More updates to come....
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UPDATED FROM KLMett
1 day post
Day 2
2nd day I'm much more swollen. No pain except when I wash all the gunk off and reapply. Grid lines are really appearing now.
Thanks for sharing. What was the recovery like?
Ahhh silly me- looking forward to hearing all about it after your treatment :)