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Good or Excellent Response
44%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Moderate Response
82%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Side Effects
Medium-High
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist or plastic surgeon? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find a dermatologist or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find a plastic surgeon.
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March 8, 2008
Cons:
Very bad sun burn feeling afterward. This last about 3 hrs stay in front of a fan. Itch face you can not scratch.
I would do this again.The pain was not bad on Deep fx but on Active fx it was pretty bad. I am healing good day 3 now skin color comeing back still alittle puffy. BOTTOM LINE IF YOU HAVE DEEP ANCE SCARS DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 4, 2008
Pros:
Your apparence improves 10 fold
Cons:
Downtime, itch, dry skin.
On my first 2 treatments I followed the instructions for after care to the T....alas! expensive after care did not work, on my third one I was itching so bad I could not take it anymore and went to the pharmacy and bought a cheap remedy...I was able to go thru the 5 treatments after that......trick? olive oil for the dry skin (over and over after treatment and for the next 3 days; I went Fridays and resumed work on Monday nearly normal) take an antihistamine immediately after treatments.......cool your skin with either cold compresses or just a bag of frozen peas wrapped on a thin film..and keep the olive oil on and on........the antihistamine and ice will keep the swelling to a reasonable look, if you must, do it again the next 2 days.
December 14, 2007
Pros:
Really works; I tried Coolaser after having done everything ( including other lasers) Coolaser really really worked...I have no more scars. I do not get acne anymore either.
Cons:
it is a bit pricy but well worth it.
DO not do any other treatment...trust me I have paid over 20, 000 dollars over the years and got NO result,...Until I tried coolaser I know it sounds like an infomercial but I want to scream this from the top of the world to everyone. Just do it , and get rid of the acne and the acne scars for life while you are young...here is their website:
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August 28, 2009
Pros:
a bit resurfaced the skin, scarring is not as deep as before. pain is tolerable, as if you are just dumped in a pail full of friendly ants.
Cons:
very expensive, seeing your face swollen like that makes you anxious that it wouldn't come back to normal but after 4 days, it did came back to its original shape.
My Dr. said my scars are too deep, I could clearly see the twilight of the laser even my eyes were shut. I was thinking of an injured face after the treatment because I cannot believe a hightech laser is brushing my sensitive skin. My Dr. is talking to me while doing the treatment but I kept my mouth shut, couldn't afford to mumble a word, worried that the laser might accidentally slipped on my lips or my eyes so I just hmmm'd at what she's talking about. After the numerous passing, the Dr flashed a mirror right onto my face and commented "umangat sya oh"... and to my relief, it really did. Today is my 5th day after my 1st treatment and I haven't went outside to get a sunlight but still I am satisfied. It was a surprise to me reading here that the collagen will continue to rebuild 6 months after the treatment. My Dr didn't told me about that. Can anybody explain it briefly to me? Please send your ideas about that through my e-mail, lagreta168@[link removed] THANK YOU VERY MUCH
September 2, 2008
Pros:
Can't think of any at the moment
Cons:
Pain, expensive, itching, discoloration, sensitive skin, and swelling.
I have had moderate acne throughout my late teens which has left me with scaring now in my 30's. I have always wanted to improve my scars. When I heard about fraxel I was excited there was room for improvement. I have had my first treatment about 3 weeks ago. The first 3 days I had swollen up severely and had the appearance of extremely bad sunburn. It has now been 3 weeks later; I haven't noticed any improvements to my skin. I feel my skin is now more sensitive than ever. I seem to have a pinkish tone rather than an olive tone, which is my natural color. I was out in the sun yesterday for only about 4 hours and now have moderate sunburn. I had never been this sensitive in the sun before. I'm also feeling very dry and itchy all the time. I hope this one treatment has not damage my skin long-term. With all the discomfort and expenses I would not recommend this treatment. Please consider this posting before going through with the treatment; I would hate to see someone share the regret.
November 23, 2007
Pros:
none
Cons:
Skin looked worse afterwards with more scarring on cheeks that wasn't there before. Downtime was 10 days with intense swelling for 3 days.
It has been 3 weeks since first treatment and once swelling completely healed my face looks much worse than before. I have orange peel skin everywhere and new poc marks on my cheeks that were smooth before. I did it for pigmentation from the sun and now I have little scars everywhere. I am outraged and wonder that they went too high but of course they deny and are unaccountable. I went to a dermatologist also and he has become defensive and in denial.
September 2, 2007
Pros:
Made my skin smoother, helped with sun damage, and fine lines
Cons:
I looked like a monster for about 3 or 4 days! It also hurt very bad at time of procedure
I am really confused! I know I live in small town Iowa, and I expect to pay a little less for these types of things, but come on! I am from Newport Beach Calif. so you can imagine how much I was expecting to pay for my deep erbrium laser resurfacing. To my complete surprise, it was only $300.00!!! The place I went to in Burlington Ia. was fantastic! They are up to date on everything and I was treated like a queen! Why is everyone else getting riped off? Think about it before you decide to spend thousands for the same thing I had done. I am due for my second of three treatments this month. Even though it hurts more than I thought, it was worth it. The results were extra good when I used PCA Skin phaze 16 cream after. Any questions you can email me at caligrl1113@[link removed]
September 2, 2007
Pros:
I had the Active Fx laser done in Feb. I recieved the treatment free. My derm was testing the laser to see if she wanted to but it. Its been 6 months and as time goes by I see more and more improvement.
Cons:
It hurts really bad afterwards!
Definitely worth it!
August 31, 2007
Pros:
It seems to have certain advantages over the older lasers, you're not left with an open wound, etc. I have had 4 so far (actually just had the 4th done 3 days ago still looks really red) I have tree to go, the results are progressive so it will take
Cons:
The cost, redness after treatment.
U have to pick the best treatment for your skin, not eveyone will have a wonderful outcome...I know it sucks, but it is true
February 13, 2007
Pros:
see some in provment
Cons:
had to take a week off of work
FEB. 3 2007 I had co2 lazer treatment. dont know what kind he said it was a 6000 dollar treatment i payed 2500. was in formed 1 of these treatment to remove scaring. had high expections. little inprovement. now was informend it will look alot better not gone want to do a second treatment i wished doctors would have to state only the facts. sever redness and burning
Pros:
ACTIVE FX AND DEEP ACTIVE FX
Very little down time. Face looks great 3 days post. Price was good.