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In Need Of Wisdom And Advice For My Scarring (With Pics)

Cherry, Re:pair is the only thing that has worked. Dermabrasion, Regular CO2 resurfacing can only go so deep, and cannot reach the bottom of the scar, and they are much more intense than any peel. I...

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13 years ago
In Need Of Wisdom And Advice For My Scarring (With Pics)

Cherry, there is no question in my mind that scars on the cheek are the most difficult to treat, but with the proper course of treatments you will realize amazing results. Don't let anybody sell you ...

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13 years ago
In Need Of Wisdom And Advice For My Scarring (With Pics)

Cherry, I am very pleased with Re:pair, it has changed my life. I am probably the oldest person on these forums so I have additional concerns, hence the Plastic Surgery. I endured an era when there ...

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13 years ago
In Need Of Wisdom And Advice For My Scarring (With Pics)

Cherry, Re:pair is the only thing that has worked. Dermabrasion, Regular CO2 resurfacing can only go so deep, and cannot reach the bottom of the scar, and they are much more intense than any peel. I...

In forum Acne Scars

13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

CollegeBoy, I believe it is in our very nature to seek perfection. We go for what we really want, and I applaud all those who do not accept the ravages of acne, no matter what degree.

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13 years ago
In Need Of Wisdom And Advice For My Scarring (With Pics)

I believe ablative fractionalized CO2 would work wonders for you. You could get by with as few as 2 lasers treatments, but choose your doctor carefully. I, of course, advocate Re:pair as you can tel...

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13 years ago
In Need Of Wisdom And Advice For My Scarring (With Pics)

I believe ablative fractionalized CO2 would work wonders for you. You could get by with as few as 2 lasers treatments, but choose your doctor carefully. I, of course, advocate Re:pair as you can tel...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

On 6/23/2012 at 8:35 AM, collegeboy84 said: On 6/22/2012 at 10:30 PM, tracy521 said: hey Alex just wanted to let you know you look great! I cant really see any scars on your ...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Alex, it appears you have very minimal scarring, and 4 years is nothing. I have done Re:pair for over 4 years alone. Your scars could have been cured in less than 2 years with the proper treatment.

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13 years ago
Asian Doing Mixto For Acne Scars On Cheeks

"Cosmetic surgery." It's a different but similar org. Thanks. I actually did figure that out after I posted, went to his site and then the other board's site. There is however a major differen...

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13 years ago
Lumenis Introduces Scaar Fx

SCAAR FX event tommarow from 7:00 - 8:00 PM (Central Europe TImezone). Here is a testimonial (The famous News reporter lady who got Acid to the face) about the SCAAR FX.   Thank you for th...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

TokyoGirl, I wish Consumer Reports would do a comparision. It is like muddy water trying to get good information, the info either comes from self-promoting doctors, or it is delivered in such technic...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Alex, yes Deep FX and Re:pair ablate tiny columns of skin destroying tiny columns of scar tissue, hence the tightening effect. At least that is the way I understand it. We have not reached the point o...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

CollegeBoy, very good info. I don't think there is any need for 2mm penetration anywhere on the face. Try to push in anywhere but your cheeks and I bet you can't push 2mm without hitting bone. I ha...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Collegeboy I have NEVER experienced ANY pigmentation issues after 5 Re:pairs, and that dates back to May 2008.

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13 years ago
Photos Of My Scars - What Would You Do To Fix These?

it makes me sad that the surgeon would suggest something that wouldnt help you know... makes me so frustrated. and this doctor is one of the best in PA and in the US - the thing that go to me though i...

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13 years ago
Lumenis Introduces Scaar Fx

the SCAAR FX is just a different setting for the DEEP FX. The DEEP FX will be used to perform SCAAR FX. Probably wont see this available to the public until 2013 though.   I understand that, De...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Wow I was under total sedation when they did Regular CO2 on me. I don't know about the effectiveness of any current laser on icepick scars, this is where the new SCAAR FX may come in. I use AllDayCh...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

AlexWong, the Christine thread as I call it, is a huge thread, make sure you read all the way through it. My handle is Dazed on RealSelf. I had my first Re:pair about the same time as when Christine ...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

how are the result 84? did your scars improve or gone? The final results will not be evident until about 6 months. Lasers are a funny thing. First you see great results, then the microswelling g...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Be glad you work mostly with guys because guys just don't pay attention to other guys. A girl will be able to tell you what another girl was wearing 2 days ago. The collagen thing is sneaky, about 6...

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Hey I have another re:pair question: is it fine to do this with either a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? Mine have all been with the same PS so I don't know about dermatologists.

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

Too many people get treated at too low a mj and are dissatisfied and quit before they realize the real power of the laser. What would you say is too low a mj? I want to do this but I'm not sure I w...

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13 years ago
Stem Cell Acne Scar Treatment In The Usa Is Here! Can Anyone Vouch For Metromd?

WOW, his body language speaks volumes. His eyes say he doesn't believe what he is saying and shaking his head is a dead give away.

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13 years ago
Just Had Ablative Fraxel:repair And Ultrapulse Co2 With Photos

You look great, and I still wish I had your abs. LOL Progress will sneak up on you after the initial decline. I didn't initially think I made much progress after my 5th Re:pair after the swelling w...

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13 years ago