Frequently Asked Questions

Whether this is your first cosmetic medical procedure or you've tried many alternatives, here are some commonly asked questions with some exciting new answers:

• Q: "I've heard of Fraxel; What is that?"
  
  A: The newest resurfacing Laser Technology is "Fractional" - meaning only a fraction of the skin has been lasered. The advantage is much more rapid healing yet having all the benefits of "conventional" lasers: collegen stimulation, tightening and sun spot reduction.
  
  
• Q: "What's the difference between Fraxel and Active FX?"
  
  A: I have seen some advertisements from some of your competitors for Fraxel treatments in the $500 range.". While Fraxel can be effective it is NOT a CO2 laser. What this means for you is that you will need THREE to FIVE treatments with the Fraxel to get the same results as ONE treatment with the Active FX. So, the treatment with the Fraxel is at least twice as expensive, the down time is four times as long, and the results are better and longer lasting with the Active FX.
  
  
• Q: "I've begun to notice the my eyes look tired, and I feel that makes me look older than I am. What can be done?"
  
  A: Oasis CosMedic Clinic is southern Arizona's exclusive of the Lumenis™ radio frequency skin tighening technology, Aluma™ Eyes. It is the ONLY treatment that can be used on the upper and lower eyelids to restore that youthful appearance. It can also be used to reduce wrinkles and tighten the skin in other areas of the face, neck and body. And it's painless, unlike Thermage.
  
  
• Q: What is a 'non-surgical face lift' and is it expensive?"
  
  A: A "non-surgical" face lift is the combination of injections of Botox™ Cosmetic, to relax the muscles that form wrinkles, and various dermal fillers to restore volume and fill the wrinkles. These procedures result in a natural, more youthful appearance. When used in conjunction with the application of Intense Pulsed Light for skin rejuvination, the skin is restored to a much younger radience and tone. Thus, a "face lift" without surgery . . . and without the high cost, risks and long healing time.
  
  
• Q: "Aren't these types of procedures painful?"
  
  A: Dr. Nicholds is a board certified Anethesiologist who specialized is the reduction and elimination of pain. She brings twenty years of operating room experience to the treatment rooms of Oasis CosMedic Clinic . . . to ensure that your procedures will be as pain free as possible.
  

Oasis CosMedic Clinic realizes that each patient's needs and concerns are different and would appreciate the opportunity to answer any additional questions you may have.

Please don't hesitate to contact us at (520) 326-7633 so that our staff may assist you further.