The appearance in 2013 of the M22tm ResurFX module for non-ablative fractional skin remodeling on the hardware cosmetology market immediately aroused great interest among practitioners. This device began to be used for laser skin resurfacing and received impressive results. Its main advantage – lack of long-term post-procedure rehabilitation and complications, absolute safety for the patient. At the same time, the device is effective for the correction of scars, dyschromia and disorders of the stratum corneum, wrinkles and other defects that are difficult to treat. post-procedural care of the injured area is required, as in the case of ablative methods. Since the stratum corneum remains intact during ResurFX treatment, the skin retains its ability to protect against microbial contamination, making the risk of possible side effects much less than with ablative methods. All these advantages of the ResurFX laser are of great interest to specialists in the possibilities of its application. estet-portal.com offers readers an interview with Dr. Matteo Clementoni (Milan, Italy), who was one of the first to work with ResurFX and is ready to share his experience.
All these advantages of the ResurFX laser are of great interest to specialists in the possibilities of its application. estet-portal.com offers readers an interview with Dr. Matteo Clementoni (Milan, Italy), who was one of the first to work with ResurFX and is ready to share his experience.
All these advantages of the ResurFX laser are of great interest to specialists in the possibilities of its application. estet-portal.com offers readers an interview with Dr. Matteo Clementoni (Milan, Italy), who was one of the first to work with ResurFX and is ready to share his experience.
You were one of the first to use ResurFX for laser skin resurfacing for various indications. What is your experience with this device?
From the very beginning, I have had very good results in the treatment of stretch marks with the ResurFX laser, introduced on our market by the company "Medgarant". Many patients now ask for this type of procedure and they are very pleased with the result.
ResurFX allows you to get better results than with intense light treatment, with a shorter downtime compared to CO2 laser.
Now this technology – my first choice for stretch mark treatment and she allows me to also suggest a new facial rejuvenation treatment.
What are the main differences between ResurFX and other laser skin resurfacing systems?
I have tried different devices and can name some advantages of ResurFX over them:
• ResurFX tips are NOT disposable, this is important from an economic point of view;
• ResurFX allows for very precise treatment;
• The device has a long service life, which is very important.
ResurFX allows you to change not only the energy, but also the shape of the pulse and the number of microbeams. So in one pass I can decide whether I should be more or less aggressive and avoid the time consuming that comes with multiple pass techniques.
The advantage of ResurFX is that the microbeams are emitted in a random modality.
That is, we have neither a beam of the same radiation at the same time, nor continuous radiation, so I can use high energy without the risk of transferring too much heat and penetrating very deep into the skin at once.
When do you use ResurFX and when do you choose a CO2 laser?
In terms of effect, you can get better results with CO2 laser and in some cases you can limit yourself to only one treatment session. When using a CO2 laser, as a rule, 5 days of rehabilitation are required after treatment, since crusts form in the areas of laser exposure, a person cannot go outside and lead a normal life. However, the results of such therapy are very good.
At the same time, the rehabilitation period with the ResurFX device is shorter, but more than one treatment session is required.
We should not compare non-ablative lasers with ablative ones because they are used for different indications.
Yes, I have never used a CO2 laser for stretch marks: I will always use the ResurFX device, i.e. the non-ablative option. Very great prospects for acne scar treatment.
If we are talking about rejuvenation, then in practice there are two types of patients:
• on the one hand, we have patients who are willing to be content with the modest results achieved with a non-ablative laser after the first treatment;
• on the other hand, there are patients who would rather prefer more obvious results, even if in this case the rehabilitation period is long. They will opt for CO2 laser treatment.
I think the ResurFX device can be used for scar treatment in the same way as CO2 laser but for other types of scars.
Which laser do you currently use for body scars?
It depends on the scars. I always get a little worried when I use a CO2 laser on my body in terms of hyperpigmentation. So, if the patient has a thick scar, for example, hypertrophic, burn scar, post-traumatic scar - I turn to CO2 laser. If a patient has a fresh red scar, why not start with the non-ablative ResurFX laser?
You often combine ResurFX applications with intense flashing light. What are the indications for successful treatment with this combination?
I think that the future will be dominated by a combination of different types of treatment, the use of different technologies in order to get very good results and at the same time reduce the risk of side effects. As with antibiotic treatment, we combine different products to get very good results and fewer side effects.
ResurFX can be used against pigments and fine lines, while intense light is fantastic for treating vascular disorders .
By combining the two treatment methods – ResurFX and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), we can reverse all signs of skin aging.
I prefer to do the ResurFX treatment, wait a few days, and then do the intense light treatment. But I also try to combine both treatments in one session, doing light therapy first because it creates swelling, and then using ResurFX.
What are the main benefits of ResurFX for clinicians and patients?
The benefits for physicians are very good results with non-invasive procedures. The benefit for patients is definitely a better appearance in a shorter time. ResurFX – it is also a good opportunity for women in the treatment of stretch marks.
How long does it take for irritation to disappear after applying ResurFX?
This generally depends on the energy levels you use. The recovery period usually lasts less than two days. At the same time, temporary points that sometimes appear after the procedure can be masked with makeup and therefore do not affect the patient's normal life.
How and why you use ResurFX for stretch marks. How effective is it?
In the beginning, I was not satisfied with the results I got with other devices: they did not convince me or my patients. But ResurFX – that's another story.
I started to notice some preliminary very good stretch marks results, and
already treated patients asked me if they could do the procedure again. I consider stretch marks to be scars and I am trying to change tissue (not just color), produce new collagen and also remodel. treatment for red stretch marks. My preliminary results are really promising for the treatment of such skin imperfections.
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