ActivFX Resurfacing

What is ActiveFX "fractional" laser resurfacing?
ActiveFX is a fractional laser procedure performed in a single treatment which may have minimal patient downtime. During the procedure, a high-energy beam of laser light is used for smoothing out lines, wrinkles and scars, remove brown spots and other irregularities, and may tighten the skin. It also may help stimulate formation of new underlying collagen to continue improvement over time. With fractional laser treatment, only a fraction of the skin's surface is treated by the laser, leaving small "bridges" of untouched skin. This technique can help make the healing process much faster and assists in enabling you to get back to normal activities sooner.

Is ActiveFX right for you? - ActiveFX may be for you if you:

• Have a busy lifestyle or cannot be away from work for a long time
• Want noticeable results with minimal downtime
• Want to treat dyschromia, fine lines, wrinkles and skin laxity

What you can expect from ActiveFX - Most physicians perform the procedure in the office with a topical anesthetic cream that is applied 30-40 minutes before the ActiveFX procedure begins. There can be little to no pain associated with the procedure - most patients say they feel warmth similar to sunburn. You can drive yourself home after the procedure. With a gentle washing and moisturizing regimen, your photodamaged skin will begin to flake off within 2 days. After about 3-5 days, your doctor will probably let you wear make-up. Pinkness should be gone in about a week.

ActiveFX benefits

• ActiveFX treatment may produce a noticable effect on the skin
• May cause immediate skin tightening
• May reduce wrinkles and fine lines, and soften deeper frown lines
• May noticeably improve skin tone and texture
• Help stimulate new collagen formation and plump the skin

The results of ActiveFX laser treatment may be long-term and, with proper sun protection, can persist for many years. Most effects of treatment become visible right away, whereas others - such as new collagen formation, which lead to continued inner tightening - build up gradually and become more evident over time. Therefore, many people can look better 3-5 months after the procedure. Results may vary.