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Active FX Laser
Lets face it…we aren’t all twenty-something with perfect skin, are we? As we mature, so does our skin…and, instead of getting wiser it gives way to
discoloration, deep lines or wrinkles and sagging. As many of you know, I have in my office an arsenal of effective lasers that I use to help with these
signs of aging. While I very much believe in all of my lasers, and other modalities for treating various symptoms, such as fat injection, filler products
and Botox, I am proud to offer, any very pleased with the results of, another extremely effective weapon in fighting the war on aging: The Active FX
laser. This laser is an amazing new technology that gives essentially the same remarkable results of conventional CO2 laser without the immediate
ablation, or removal of skin, thus avoiding the more prolonged and often unpleasing aftercare associated with the CO2 procedure.
Active FX uses a high-energy laser beam that interacts with the skin’s surface, causing a slower, more gradual peeling to generate a new, healthy,
glowing skin. The FX, or fractional, means that the laser is applied in a fractional pattern; ‘bridges’ of normal , non-damaged tissue go untouched
by the laser, while the damaged tissue is repaired by it. This pixilated technique enables a faster recovery, while
at the same time providing the same results as the fully ablative laser of past. Immediate results are visible after
treatment and are long-term. At 3 months the ‘remodeling’ of the skin and underlying structure is most noticeable,
with improvement in fine lines and tightening occurring over the next several months as new collagen formation
continues.
There are multiple ways to most effectively utilize this laser, depending on each patients’ individual needs…which
is precisely why it is so effective. The modalities, or ways of using the laser, can be changed not only for different
patients but for each individual patients treatment plan. While this can be more complicated for the physician,
continually evaluating a patients progress and then utilizing the appropriate modality at that particular time, it is
exactly what makes this laser so effective. There is complete customization for each individual patient at each step of the treatment plan. Some
treatments provide the desired improvements after only one treatment – usually this is true for those wanting to erase surface pigment irregularities
and improve fine lines and wrinkles associated with the beginning signs of aging. Other patients, usually those who have more severe photo damage
and show more advanced signs of aging, require additional maintenance procedures to achieve a true structural improvement of the skin. Following
are the different ways in which this laser can be used and the benefits associated with them.
Pigment Fx sub-ablatively treats pigmentation issues such as ‘sun-spots’ or freckles and melasma or dark, patchy areas of skin. Healing time is 2-3
days with visual symptoms being nothing more than slight bronzing and some mild flaking.
Active Fx provides similar benefits of the ablative CO2 laser…reduction of fine lines, reduced pore size and improved skin tone and texture with
only a gradual and more minimal peeling of the skin. There is regeneration of new, healthy, glowing skin. There will be a slight bronzing of the skin
followed by some flaking.
Deep Fx treats scars, dermal lesions such as deeper acne scars. Deep Fx stimulated long-term restructuring of surface skin and underlying layers,
creating a tightening of the skin, which is why it is often referred to as the ‘facelift of the future’. Deeper lines are more effectively treated with the
modality. Healing time is 4-6 days with symptoms similar to a sunburn followed by a more aggressive peeling and flaking.
Unlike the CO2 laser, all of these modalities can be performed on the neck, chest and hands…great news for those who may have had the CO2 laser
and want to improve these other areas as well…and for those who are new to this process and want to improve all areas at one time and avoid
possible lines of demarcation.
So…whether you are 20-something, want to look 20-something, or simply want to turn back the hands of time a bit…come in and let Dr. Grossman give
you a personalized treatment plan with this remarkable new laser.
Accent XL
Is cellulite or bulges keeping you from putting on that bikini or those leggings? Do you avoid shorts because your knees suffer from loose, crepey skin?
And what about your neck and jowels …are you unhappy with the contour? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions you would probably benefit
from the new Accent XL laser! Most of us know that diet and exercise, while a great start, doesn’t always handle the stubborn areas of our body that
just don’t seem to want to tighten up! It doesn’t matter what your weight or size is, if you inherited your moms love handles or saddle bags or if your
metabolism is a bit sluggish, this non-surgical, non-invasive technique may be just what is needed.
Accent XL uses two forms of radio frequency to recontour the body and face. Depending on the patients needs, whether it be to treat cellulite
and fat or to tighten sagging skin, the doctor will choose the best frequency for you. This innovative treatment works in a multiple of ways. The
frequency heats underneath the skin causing fat cells to shrink. It literally breaks down the fatty tissue and cellulite. It improves circulation to the
treated area and improves drainage of the unwanted, unhealthy toxins and fluids that are otherwise retained in the area. This in turn decreases the
volume and size of the site. And, with continual collagen stimulation over the following several months, patients enjoy improved laxity and a firmer,
smoother body over time.
Although patients enjoy the visible results immediately following a treatment, long lasting results are achieved by completing a few quick and painless
treatments as close as two weeks apart. The Accent Laser is FDA approved and has been a huge success in Europe and other regions outside the U.S.
It has been shown to not only improve cellulite, reduce fat and tighten skin but also to produce actual weight loss.
Does all this sound too good to be true? Our patients would be happy to tell you its not! So, want to be ready for summer? Come in and see how Dr.
Grossman can help you get the results you want!
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