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Fraxel recommendation for pore reduction

I am very much inclined to Dr Rullan. Looking for any reason to prefer RF.

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5 years ago
Cheapest RF Microneedling in the United States?

I got quotes from Dr Christine lee in Walnut Creek,CA office for $800 with staff, $1500 with MD . Dr Hessler in Palo Alto alto quoted $2700 for 3 sessions done by RN or $1350 each.

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5 years ago
Fraxel recommendation for pore reduction

Hi, I contacted Dr Christine Lee in Walnut Creek. CA. Her Staff recommended RF micro needling . They do Erbium laser but there is a chance of discoloration. I am thinking of going with staff ...

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5 years ago
Fraxel recommendation for pore reduction

Got quote from Hessler plastic Surgery for $1350 , RN does the laser. Another option is California Skin laser for $1100. RN does the laser.. Wary because of bad yelp reviews.

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5 years ago
Fraxel recommendation for pore reduction

I am done with 3 sessions with Dr Rullan and satisfied with the results. Pores still remain my big concern.    I consulted Dr Monique Wilson while back and she  ...

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5 years ago
How long after TCA Cross can I Dermaroll?

I had TCA and subcision . Started Derminator after 4 weeks once fully healed.

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6 years ago
Subcision for acne is expensive!!?

@Jimmyb21 Dr Rullan charges ~ $1000 for subcision. If you can find cheap tickets, would recommend it. Swelling takes 2+ days to go down. Scabbing 4-5 days. You can get free consultation via email.

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6 years ago
Long Distance Consult with Dr. Rullan for Rolling Scars (Phenol Peel vs 30% Salicylic Acid Peel?)

I am planning my 3rd visit with Dr Rullan. The price has increased 50% since my first visit and within a year. Amy gave me the following reason : "Unfortunately the cost of goods has increased f...

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6 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

@beautifulambition Hi, How long should I wait to start Derminator ? There was some pain in my upper cheeks when you press them for few weeks.

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6 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

Update: Almost a month since last session with Dr Rullan. My left cheek is lot smoother,  right is getting there. I notice few ice picks bigger after this session. I am thinking o...

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6 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

On 5/25/2019 at 3:44 PM, SimpleMutton said: 4500$ for a sessione of Fraxel? What a scammer, barely can believe it. I would have laughed in her face. Yes, Just for fraxel. She charge...

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6 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

Just back from 2nd appt with Dr Rullan. Started with Cross, then Subcision and Erbium laser. This time it was pretty quick. I was out of the clinic in 1 hour, less swelling and pain. Will post pictur...

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6 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

Update since my November visit: I see difference in lower cheeks, maybe bcos of subcision. Big Ice pick scars have reduced a little. Next session scheduled in May. Dr Rullan suggestedÂ&...

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7 years ago
Microneeding Needling The Derminator Dermastamping Thread - all things microneedling

So I finally received my Derminator. Will get started next weekend. Along with HA serum , do I need numbing cream? I remember Dr Rullan using it. Has anyone tried generic cartridges off eBay? I nee...

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7 years ago
Microneeding Needling The Derminator Dermastamping Thread - all things microneedling

Did anyone ordered in December? I placed an order on Dec 05, as per tracking it left Czech on Dec 12. USPS tracking still not updated. Usually I receive products within 3 weeks.

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

@beautifulambition 'thanks for the reply. Did you meant kojic acid licorice cream? can you please tell the brand name or similar products. do I need to use retin-a/tretinorin/differin nightl...

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

Just back from Dr Rullen. He started with carbolic cross, he covered small ice pick scars which Dr. Wilson suggested cant be benefitted from cross. Second step was subcision after numbing. I wa...

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

Booked appointment with Dr Rullan on 11/28. He suggested TCA + microneedling + subcision. Gonna be bit of a drive, but fingers crossed.

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7 years ago
TCA + Subcision + Needling with Dr Rullan

@Maxzide good it worked for you. Does Dr Rullan provides online consultation? I am thinking of giving it a try. His office is 8 hrs drive from me, so can go for treatment. but drive just for consulta...

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

So, Just back from TCA cross session. She just did it for 5 scars, saying others would benefit more from laser. She also said we can combine TCA + micro needling, I have read other way round here. P...

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

@beautifulambition Thanks for the recommendation. She suggested other options like micro needling, subcision based on Fraxel + TCA results. She was more pushing for fraxel. My major concerns are the ...

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

I visited Dr Monique Wilson at California Skin Institute, Sunnyvale. She suggested TCA Cross for Ice Pick and Fraxel for overall. Given the heavy tag of $4500 for fraxel per session, wary of trying it...

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7 years ago
Would dermaneedling would be of any help, Acne scars help?

Hi, My acne has been cleared years back. But left scars because of poor care. I was thinking of trying Derminator. Do you guys think it would of any use or should I explore other methods?

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7 years ago