MiXto Fractional C02 Laser

The future is here with new technology in skin
resurfacing with the MiXto SX®. Combining the effectiveness of Carbon
Dioxide lasers long known to be the GOLD STANDARD in wrinkle removal with an
innovative “quadrant” fractional technology and a more tightly focused beam,
the MiXto SX® laser delivers uniform tissue ablation to the dermis causing
immediate contraction and tissue tightening. A secondary effect is the
production of new collagen over the next 6-12 weeks. This advanced technology
delivers powerful results without the harsh side effects and downtime of
traditional CO2 resurfacing.

The MiXto® treatment is giving all the benefits of traditional laser
resurfacing, without general anesthesia, pain and prolonged downtime.

The benefits to the Patient are:

Immediate shrinkage of damaged skin
Softening of fine lines and wrinkles
Removal of age and sun spots
Improves acne scarring
Reduces your risk of skin cancer by vaporization of
columns of skin.
New collagen production for up to one year
following treatment.
Relatively short downtime
Minimal discomfort as only topical anesthetics
needed for most individuals; mild sedation for additional comfort available
for patients with transportation
Safe and effective for virtually all skin surface
areas including areas including face, neck, chest, back, arms and hands
Safe all skin colour and skin types
Potentially may pay for the procedure itself with
less need of fillers for wrinkles and age lines, not to mention much less risk
of skin cancers
Cosmetic appearance continues to improve with stimulation of collagen production up to 6 months after procedure

CO2 Laser Resurfacing been the gold standard in skin resurfacing for the
past couple decades as it achieved unparallel smoothness and reduction of
wrinkle that no other modality can match. However, it has fallen out of favor
because of significant pain requiring general anesthesia and substantial down
time with the complexion appearing bloody raw for at least couple weeks.

The FRACTIONAL technology the CO2 laser energy in a pixel like fashion where
microscopic holes 0.3mm are punched into the skin right next to each other via
computer-generated pattern. This fractionated CO2 laser
technology delivers microscopic columns of 10600nm CO2 laser energy across the
skin barrier, penetrating 20%-40% of skin surface area right next to each
other. The other 60-80% of non-ablated skin surface areas facilitate faster
healing. Other non-CO2 fractional lasers . A recent
studyconfirmed that the fractional CO2 deep dermal ablation resulted in
collagen remodeling for at least three months after treatment, as determined
by immunohistochemical analysis of heat shock proteins.

Energy of Fractional CO2 Laser mushrooms in the papillary dermis leading to skin tightening.
The healing proess induces continual Collagen Production up to 6 months

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is MiXto SX Micro Fractional C02?
C02 is a carbon Dioxide laser that has been used for more than 25 years in the Aesthetic industry for treatment of conditions such as fine and deep wrinkles, scars of various origin, uneven pigmentation and dilated pores. When the C02 beam of light comes in contact with the epidermis it heats and vaporizes the skin tissue, instantly removing the superficial layers of the skin, scars and wrinkles while smoothing out the surface of the skin. The skin remodeling occurs with new skin and collagen growth. MiXto SX stands for the Mixture between C02 energy and fractional resurfacing, the SX stand for surgical because the Laser can also be used to make a very clean incision without bleeding.

2. How does it work? The MiXto SX gives the Physician more control to regulate the depth of penetration and the amount of heat delivered by the beam. The high speed scanner, driven by a patented pending algorithm divides the treatment area into four quadrants or "fractions” and skips the beam from quadrant to quadrant so that each strike is separated by the longest possible interval. This process is repeated until the entire area is treated. Dividing energy this way allows maximum time for thermal cooling of the tissue, less pain for the patient and faster recovery! Compared to traditional resurfacing of the past this is a big step in technology for the patient and the physician!

3. How is this different than other laser
treatments? The MiXto delivers more results in a 30-minute treatment than competitors can accomplish in 3 treatments for less discomfort, downtime and cost.

4. Does it hurt? For most patients topical anesthetic and oral Paracetamol can be used. They can then drive themselves home. The discomfort is similar to bad sunburn.

5. What are the risks? Erythema (redness of skin); the laser-treated areas have a distinctive redness representing increased blood flow due to the growth of the superficial tissue and collagen. It will gradually fade during the first few days. Inflammation (swelling); Treatment with the MiXto System presents a minimal amount of swelling that can last up to 24 hours. Hyperpigmentation (tanning); This is presented after the third day of the procedure but then begins to shed and reveal younger healthy
looking skin. A personal interview and clinical examination will be conducted to obtain relevant facts about your medical and dermatologic history, and any medications you are currently taking or have taken in the past. If you are prone to cold sores, you need to ask your doctor for an antivirius prescription before the treatment. Fractional
Treatment with the MiXto SX has been proven safe for the face, neck, chest and hands.

6. How long is recovery? For light treatments, most patients are ready to go back to work the next day, but it depends on the patient and their lifestyle. Deeper and more aggressive treatments typically only have 4-5 days or peeling skin and up to 7 days of downtime.

7. What is the recovery like? The patient is red and can be swollen the next day. On the second, third and fourth day the patient is peeling and can experience a little itchiness typical to a sunburn.

8. When do you see the results? Right away! When we are doing the procedure you can immediately see the skin contract and shrink. The patient will really see the benefits by the time the skin is completely peeled and will continue to see results for up to six months with new collagen regeneration that “plumps” up the skin.

9. Who is the best candidate for this procedure? There are three separate groups the MiXto applies to, the younger patient with severe acne scars, the middle-aged patient with wrinkles and age spots and the older patient with wrinkles, age spots and pre-cancerous lesions.

10. How many treatments are needed? In most cases only one, but for deeper wrinkles and acne scars two or more treatments.

11. Is it just for the face or can it be used on other areas of the body? It is most commonly used on the face but can be used on neck,
chest, arms and hands.

12. Is the treatment expensive? The new technology has actually brought the price down due without the compromising the results.

13. What is the cost? MiXto treatments cost between $2500+GST to $3500+GST for a one-time full-face treatment depending on deep or superficial treatment mode.