This is a good question because I think many are puzzled by this also. I’d like to give you the broad differences and then links to two places in the...
In general, I recommend finishing (or being close to it) the volume replacement with the Sculptra before the CO2 laser. If you have more dermal support and volume in your face with the...
I think that depends on how much improvement you are seeing with each treatment. If the Fraxel settings are good you should be getting about 15-20% coverage with each treatment so at...
Hi Deanna. If they aren’t too large, I would recommend Fraxel (the original – not the Fraxel CO2). You will probably need to do a series of at least 3 to see...
Thank you for asking this. The answer is yes with some restrictions. First, you must go to an expert who has a lot of experience because the right settings really...
I’ve been working with this laser for about 7 months now fairly intensively and I am very impressed. It’s actually exceeded my expectations and those of you who read me...
Dear Brenda – There is a big difference because Thermage uses radiofrequency (a sound wave) and has a gentle skin tightening effect. There is no recovery time from it in general because...
So first, I’m assuming you’ve had these spots looked at in the past year by a dermatologist to make sure they are not skin cancer! Then, this is a tough question and...
Even a year ago, I probably would have said “no, don’t waste your money.” But the newer fractionated CO2 lasers look promising, although the data is early and sparse. It can often...
At 61, you’ll get the most result with a fractionated carbon dioxide laser like the DEKA DOT or the Lumenis Active/Deep Fx. Please see our section section on Finding a Good Doctor to make...
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