Fractional Laser Treatments (Active FX/DeepFX)
Our skin changes over time,
losing its youthful look and giving way to brown spots,
wrinkles and laxity. In recent years there has been a
growing number of aesthetic procedures available to treat
the skin. Fractional Laser Treatments (ActiveFX/DeepFX)
yields remarkable, long lasting results with just one
treatment. A fast, office-based procedure with minimal
patient downtime, ActiveFX/DeepFX is your single-treatment
solution for wrinkled, sun-damaged skin.
How Does
ActiveFX/DeepFX Work?
ActiveFX/DeepFX
procedures involve treating only a fraction of the skin's
surface, leaving bridges of untouched skin to aid in the
regeneration process. Each laser pulse removes a
narrow column of tissue while simultaneously treating
surrounding skin. This deep heating causes immediate
collagen contraction and long-term collagen remodeling.
The result is softening and smoothing of wrinkles and scars,
and improved skin texture.
What is
a ActiveFX/DeepFX Treatment Like?
ActiveFX/DeepFX
is typically performed in a physician's office and lasts for
about 20 minutes. Your doctor may use an anesthetic
cream prior to treatment to aid with comfort. As the
microbeams are applied, you will feel a warm sensation at
the treatment area. Immediately following the
treatment, your skin will feel warm and will be similar in
appearance to a deep sunburn. Over the next several
days, you will follow a gentle washing and moisturizing
regimen, and avoid direct exposure to sunlight. As
your skin heals, it will begin to flake and you will notice
improvement in your wrinkles, fine lines and scars.
