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I've heard a lot about Fraxel laser. Acne has always been a problem for me and I have the scars to prove it - can Fraxel treat acne scarring on my face?
Can you tell me more about the benefits you can get from Fraxel laser resurfacing? What sort of skin problems get the best results from Fraxel?
How much does Fraxel cost? I am considering the older Fraxel restore laser... Is Repair more expensive?
Can anyone tell me what you can expect from Fraxel Restore? Results? Recovery? Am I able to go back to work the next day? WIll it help...
What Fraxel side effects are most common?
I'm interested in learning more about fraxel laser resurfacing. what is fraxel best for treating?
I am considering getting Fraxel laser surgery done to reduce the appearance of acne scars. You mentioned that there are a higher chance of side...
Is the Fraxel repair laser a new version of the Fraxel laser (restore) that is already out? I can't really find any information that explains...
I saw a brochure for fraxel laser at my dermatologist. it seems like it works on lots of skin problems. is fraxel better for some skin...
Seeking a great fraxel laser doctor. what should i look for?
I have tried the regular Fraxel and the results are good, but I heard of this new invention, Fraxel Repair, where you undergo the treatment once and...
Pre-fraxel, what's needed to get ready?
What is the difference between fraxel and pixel and when should each be used? How effective is either in removing lines from upper lip and...
Is Fraxel bad for Rosacea?
Doc. recommended Fraxel for my 3 yr old son who has a small scar on his forehead from a fall two months ago. Dermabond glue was used to treat...
Is fractional Co2 better than Fraxel re:store in treating acne scars & large pores?
I am a very fit 105 lb 54 year old and do have some upper arm skin wrinkles when my arms hang down by my side. They are very annoying as I am in great...
I have been hesitating between fraxel restore and repair. After reading some feedback, I have noticed that many people do not get remarkable results...
Can this laser be used on a dark skinned person? i'm 23, latino male, with some hyperpigmentation and some depressed scars. i been looking for some...
I have a small area on my cheek with a few shallow atrophic acne scars. I've had a TCA peel (35%) and full face Erbium. Dermatologists say it isn't...
I live in Bangkok where there is no Fraxel Repair but we do have a choice between Fraxel Restore and Plasma Rhytec. I do not feel comfortable going...
I have an appointment for a treatment for my face with the fractional laser (for fine lines,etc). Can someone tell me what the difference is between...
I am a freak when it comes to pain. kind of scared of gettin fraxel! should i be woried
I am checking out different lasers which would work best for my face. I am Male, 35 years, white skin type, no acne scars, no brown spots or freckles....
I am a 44 year old female with a lot of sun damage and wrinkles around my eyes (crowsfeet and under eye wrinkles). Which laser procedure is best, or...
What (if any) are the advantages of having Smartxide dot therapy over Fraxel laser?
I have age spots on my arms which react to self tanning lotions -they go orange. I am thinking of having them treated with Fraxel. Will they go...
Is Fraxel appropriate for Black skin and hyperpigmentation scarring from acne? If so which Fraxel is recommended? If not what are the alternatives for...
Hello my name is Wayne. I just had Dermabrasion done 5 months ago and the down time was really really bad it took 3 and a half mo. to get some of the...
I saw a dermatologist yesterday and she classified my acne scars as "minor, box car, and ice pick." I am wondering what the best treatment...
I've heard people mention both Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Laser, but what's the difference between the two?
I've had two Fraxel procedures, and I see little improvement. The last Fraxel procedure was done 4 weeks ago. Will my skin continue to...
I've had Laser Genesis every month for over a year with what seemed like a slight improvement in skin texture & fullness. But how long does this...
Which Fraxel do I need restore or refine, repair? I have verticle lines above my upper lips. The rest of my skin looks great, no acne, firm, small...
I keep reading about CO2 laser treatments and am getting confused. Isn't SmartXide also a CO2 laser treatment? How does it differ from Fraxel Laser,...
Can Fraxel Laser treatments eventually cause scarring years down the road or will my skin remain looking good after my treatments for many years to...
I'm considering Fraxel Re:store laser for severe acne scarring. I have Asian skin which is between Fitzpatrick Type V and VI. I've never seen Fraxel...
Which is better for skin tightening and fine lines?
I've got a ton of red marks on my face from my Accutane experience. I am thinking of getting some laser treatment done when I hit the 6 month mark....
I saw on RealSelf a young woman that had Fraxel Laser done two years ago and has severe sores on her face. She looks terrible. Can Fraxel Laser or...
I met with my doctor to discuss Thermage. My doctor said I would need at least 3 treatments of Fraxel also. She gave me a price for the Fraxel and...
I'm 28 years old, light-skinned, and with freckles, smile lines, eye wrinkles, and a few sun spots. I'm after a safe, one-time treatment with good...
I have light Asian skin with lots of acne scars, most are rolling and give my skin an undulating appearence. I've had two Fraxel Restores so far and...
I have a minor case of vitiligo. Or I have been told I have a minor case of vitiligo.
I have small circular white spots across various parts of my...
I had the CO2 ultrapulse laser over a year ago and it caused my texture to be rough with large pores. My docotr said that I did not heal well coupled...
Is it recomended to use the "Fraxel" laser treatment for Acne scarring shorthly after one had taken "Roaccutane"? if not, what is...
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) and Fraxel Laser treatments seem to work in a similar manner: they create micro injuries to the skin to stimulate...
DOES FRAXEL restore (OR ANY OTHER TREAMENTS/LASER) work on raised (hypertrophic scar)? Please help, i'm really depressing. i have 20 cortisone...
Hi Im in New york city area and I am trying to find a good fraxel treatment and if possible less than $1000 / session. Should I have it done by a...
Before i decide on fraxel laser treatment i want to know what recover will REALLY be like...
Many Practitioners consider these two the gold standard of the Fractional Co2's out there. I have some one off active scarring around my inner cheek....
I saw a youtube video were a lady showed how much darker her skin looked even a month after treatment with Fraxel.
I'm hispanic, and I have had other...
Can you tell me why Fraxel goes deeper in your skin? How does it work?
Hello! I would like to know if Fraxel is good for tightening the under eye area. When I smile, I wrinkle under the eye due to a blepharoplasty I had...
Can Fraxel make your skin more sensitive? Will it make sensitive skin worse?
Hi Docs!
You were so great in answering my previous questions. Now I am also considereing getting a "mini" facelift, as well as doing a...
If I don't want to do a Facelift; is the Fraxel laser a good option?
Hi I'm a 30 year old male in the area and interested in repair for some fine lines and discoloration, but a few questions first?
I am half...
I have a small (a little over 1 inch wide, and a half centimeter in width) light-colored slightly raised scar on the inside of my forearm from a...
I am 57 and can't decide if Fraxel Re:fine is worth doing or should I just do Fraxel Laser (Re:store). I am particularly interested in minimizing lip...
What is the maximum number of Fraxel treatments/sessions I should get to obtain the best results for my acne scars? My nurse/doctor said minimum of 4,...
I paid one thousand eight hundred pounds last year, for four sessions of Titan laser treatment. on the font of my neck last year, and there was no...
I had Fraxel last week and am now experiencing some bad acne flareups, but I suppose this makes sense if there were flare-ups waiting to happen under...
Hello, I have large open pores and truly want to achieve a flawless complexion with wearing absolutely no make-up.My dermatologist recommended 3...
I understand that Fraxel treats creping around the eyes. But is that AT REST, or WHILE SMILING? I have a couple of undereye wrinkles that cause...
My doctor is suggesting Fraxel Repair for hyperpigmentation after Fraxel Restore, and I'm a bit concerned about the possible long-term side effects of...
I had Laser surgery to treat hyperpigmentation. Now, I have hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. I have an appointment for an consult coming up...
How long after Juvederm injections should I wait before having Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis?
I just want to know, which between "Re:Store" or "Re:fine" does Fraxel SR750 belong to? I've done some research on the latest...
I am considering both fraxel restore and repair - i have melasma and sunspots, but also "white spots" - is either good for these? Also, the...
The PIH (Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation) was a result of Pert Plus Shampoo used to treat tinea versicolor left on over night for 5 nights. Now I...
Is Fraxel laser safe for brown, Asian brown skin? I'm going to have it done next week. I have brown spots on both of my cheek. Please help. Thank you...
One dermatologist told me that using Tazorac would help the collagen stimulation along and also help me to heal faster. Would it make any difference...
I am hispanic with olive skin (little lighter than Jennifer Lopez) can I get fraxel treatments? I have some acne scaring from when I was younger and...
I had 4 fraxel treatments on my entire arms to treat age spots. They did not work. The doctor suggested hydroquinine cream for the summer and also...
I heard that subcision followed by Fraxel Laser has had great results for acne scar patients (I am not sure if this is in the same session or...
How long do Fraxel Laser results last? Some people say that their skin goes back to what it was before after 12 months, is this true? I would like to...
I had Fraxel treatment done Aug 5th and I'm having alot of break outs and my skin is very oily now. What causes this? Also I had a appointment to go...
I am a 40 yr old woman who is scheduled for my first Fraxel Restore treatment on Feb 11, for acne scars. Accutane kept my skin cyst-free for about 20...
I live in The Netherlands and I was wondering if this Fraxel Repair treatment is available here. Another question is: Why can't the traditional CO2...
I am 32 years old asian female, and i am ready for a new me! :) i hear that i have great skin, but on the cheeks, i have hyperpigmentation/ sun spot i...
I've had four laser treatments so far. The first three at 7/50 and the last one at 8/50. It appears the scarring has gotten much worse than before...
I had a consult with a dermatologist about Fraxel Laser treatments. She said that I would not see any results until after the second treatment. Do you...
Hi there, I'm interested in Fraxel Repair and consultation is expensive. The receptionist tells me that the Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Restore are the...
I read a response that it's ok to use Fraxel after Sculptra. What is Sculptra encapsulated in? If Fraxel removes tattoo ink by causing your body to...
I am 49 I lost over 100 lbs and my face is not sagging enough for a mini facelift but is wrinkled and have large pores. Would the restore 4 treatment...
Hi there, can anyone tell me which laser is best for tightening up lax facial skin? I hear Fraxel laser is good.
I have really bad acne and I want to know, will Fraxel help treat my acne?
I find the use of topical treatments (Efudix) etc quite intrusive and protracted in terms of repair. I am considering Fraxel Laser, but am not...
How long after receiving Fraxel restore treatment can V-Beam be done? I've had 5 Fraxel done and probably will go for more in the future (will wait at...
Can you do a number of Restore treatments that would equal the Repair procedure? How would that work?
I have been advised to have Fraxel treatments for Melasma in various spots on my face--as a result of being put on hormones to reduce fibroids. Any...
Will Fraxel cause new warts, if I've previously had warts on my face?
Will Fraxel Laser remove hyperpigment scar left from fever blister at edge of lips?
I'm on my third session of second generation Fraxel. My nurse says it is much better than first generation. I'm confused about that. Please explain...
If cost is not a factor, which would be more effective between Fraxel or Photofacial for one series of treatment for fine lines and sun damage on my...
I have some saggy skin under my chin, no fat and would like to tighten it. My dermatologist recommended Fraxel. Which therapy is best? If...
I am considering having the Fraxel laser 6 months after I'm done with my Accutane treatment, but I'm beginning to get scared by various internet posts...
Is it safe on any other body parts other than the face and does it treat brown spots and hyperpigmentation?
I have bags under the eyes and considering a treatment. Do you think Fraxel will help to improve the color?
I had an erbium laser done 4mths. ago and I can honestly say it didn't do too much for my acne scars. It was suggested to me to do profractional tx....
I am considering Fraxel re:store, so I've done some research, but I have not come across anything that talks about how a doctor determines what...
Where in Cape Town and which Doctor uses the Frazel repair?
Is there a difference between Fraxel Laser and ProFractional laser or is it just the name?
At one place, the Fraxel is alot more money for one...
Are the results with the new Fraxel Re:pair progressive as they are with the Re:Store?
I heard that results with the Fraxel are somewhat immediate for...
I have oil burn marks on both sides of my chin. The scar on the left is slightly hypertrophic while on the right it is well settled. I got burned when...
I am of mixed race and I am interested in getting fraxel treatments but I am worried about hyper or hypo pigmentation and splotchiness. I am pretty...
This is my 3rd Fraxel treatment. The 2 previous treatments left me w/ a bad sunburn, but now I have the typical sunburn PLUS all these reddish purple...
How soon after Juvederm fillers can I have deep Fraxel Laser with mini facelift? It would seem that the Juvederm would make the swelling worse, since...
I had Cooltouch almost 2 years ago, but it didn't do anything on my acne scars. I was going for Fraxel, but after reading so many comments and bad...
I've recently been diagnosed with follicular eczema through a biopsy. I was told Fraxel Laser treatment would help. Is this true or would you...
I have really bad acne scars (mostly on my forehead) and I'm not even an adult yet. I have tried every single scar removal creams and lotions and...
How far apart should I wait in between Fraxel Re:store treatments. I've seen that some doctors recommend a minimum of 3-4 weeks. I am wondering if...
I just had 1 treatment of Fraxel Laser for acne scars, pigmentation, and loose skin. However, she has stated that to tighten the loose skin on my...
Will fraxel restore (I am based in the UK and think this is what the clinic has) work on a small (approx 1cm diameter) circular burn scar on my cheek?...
I am Latin with olive skin and a quick tanner. I want treatment for my moderate acne scars and lines around my lips. Which between Fraxel Laser or...
Even an exfoliating treatment causes flaking over this area of thin skin which has undergone three rhinoplasties. My cosmetologist says Fraxel...
Would you say that a scar only gets its color from the broken blood vessels? And if one is to get a Fraxel treatment, by healing the broken blood...
I am considering having Fraxel Laser done to remove my melasma. Has anyone had it done and seen positive results. I would be very grateful for some...
I've read about deep and sunken acne scars, but what about raised acne scars? Can I try Fraxel Laser or Mixto Laser for raised scars too? Can these...
If one gets 5 Fraxel Restore treatments done and tries to do other procedures such as Pearl Laser, Deep FX, or Pixel Laser, will those additional...
Hi my question is which of these Fraxel is best for dark skin "mexican" in treating pigmentation, wrinkles and will Fraxel thighten the...
I have shallow but significantly wide indentations in my facial skin caused by complications with facial peels. Can Fraxel Repair or Fraxel Restore...
The higher wavelength of Fraxel treats deeper scar right? I have a deep surgery scar; which one will work better between Fraxel repair or Fraxel restore?
I've read that some people believe that they suffered fat loss or indentations from Fraxel Restore. Is this a concern?
I've had 4 Fraxel Laser treatments and it seemed to lighten the melasma. However, it was never completely gone. After almost a year, it seems...
After reading many posts about Fraxel repair and Fraxel restore, I've grown more confused. The plastic surgeons who Fraxel restore don't do repair....
I have some hypertrophic scarring from acne on my upper back and my doctor injected them with kenalog and it flattened them out. I am still unhappy...
Is there a limit to how many Fraxel Laser treatments you can have? Can you go for more or is that not a good thing?
I am 49 and most concerned with improving the texture of my face. Which is more effective for improving texture and skin tightening, Fraxel Repair or...
I got stretch marks on my arms during my pregnancy. Do I have a better chance at removing them with the Fraxel Laser or with Velashape combined with...
The doctor went over my lips by accident with Fraxel Laser (Restore), and now my lips are so swollen it won't go down. Could that have...
What do you feel would be most helpful for making my skin look better? Should I consider the Fraxel Repair or Fraxel Restore?
I am 58 with history of adolescent and young adult acne. I have many enlarged hardened sebaceous glands below corners of mouth and on cheek. They are...
I have been to a couple of plastic surgeons. One says to get facelift, another says to get Fraxel. Can I have the Fraxel done first and then do the...
Hi, I have acne scar in my cheek and few bump (pimple). I want to get rid of that scar. Is Fraxel laser good for me? I'm Asian, 21 yrs old and have...
Hi, could you please explain the difference between Fraxel laser Re:pair and SR1500? Is the Fraxel SR1500 effective for old acne scar removing? Thank you.
Last year, I was seen by a dermatologist for Actinic Keratosis (AK) that was in places all over my chest. She said that I have a lot of sun damage. I...
I am 24 considering Fraxel Re:fine for crow's feet. I had BOTOX when I was 22 and was not happy with the result. I have done research on Fraxel,...
I have found out through personal consultation that many doctors who perform Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Repair, and V Beam laser always use charts...
I am 2.5 months postpartum and breastfeeding. Is it safe for me to have Fraxel Restore? I am concerned whether my hormones could affect the way my...
My neck shows a significant sign of lines and sagging. Someone recommends Fraxel Laser treatment. Any suggestion?
My question is, will multiple treatments of the Fraxel eventually give me the same results as the Sciton? And what do you recommend for the neck...
I'm considering getting Fraxel for stretch marks, but I want to know how much it will improve on their appearance. The stretch marks are thin and...
I'm thinking of having fraxed repair on my sundamaged chest area. What are the best settings and what pain relief is given?
I had 2 Fraxel laser treaments both of them done with 6 passes all over the face but the second one was done at the setting of 70 joules. Is that to...
I am planning on having Fraxel Laser treatments for old acne scars. What do you think of Fraxel, and why are the costs so varied?
The doctor explained...
I have scarring on my face due to years of acne. I was on accutae over a year ago and have began fraxel treaments. My first treatment was about 2...
I am doing loads of research and getting more and more confused about lasers such as Fraxel and ActiveFX. I have olive skin and want fix sun damage,...
I'm 54 with few wrinkles, but good skin tone and texture. However, I also have major sunken/hollows under eyes with minimal fat/puffiness and...
I am interested in Fraxel for the face, and would also like to get Botox. Will Botox interfere with any of the healing process? Thanks.
Do they both do the same job? Do they have similar recovery and cost?
I am 78 and have had 2 Facelifts and photo light. Can I still have Fraxel Laser and Thermage?
Is it legal for someone other than the doctor to use Fraxel Laser on you without you knowing?
I have heard that skin texture of non-damaged skin becomes rougher after Fraxel? I know Fraxel is supposed to smoothen the skin but is this correct?...
Can I have Photofacial/IPL treatment 10 days after Fraxel re:store? It probably depends on how red I am after the Fraxel treatment. Can the...
Im looking to get this laser done on my belly. b/c i have stretch marks everywhere on my tummy. its very unwanted scars i cant ware a two piece b/c...
Everyone who has performed the Fraxel Laser Treatment, have you treated whole face or just partial areas for examples, where only the scars are?
There are several places by me that offer Fraxel Restore. I have acne scars and was recommended by a dermatologist to have this treatment done. There...
I got 1cm scar and acne scar. Does Fraxel give good result for removing scars? I'm 16 and I have yellow skin (Asian). I don't have any acne left but...
I am 38 years old and take a photosensitizing drug (Amitriptyline) 20 mg every night. Is it possible for me to have Fraxel done on my skin? Can one...
Planning a Fraxel resurfacing and I am very keloid-prone (make too much scar tissue). Will the treatment cause lots of scarring?
Is there a part of the nose that can not be treated by the Fraxel Laser? I have received conflicting information about this. I was told by the...
I have pale skin and am shortly going to have Fraxel done on some scarring on my skin. The scarring is hypertrophic, and mild, however,...
I had surgery on my chest over 10 years ago. The scar is smooth, but very long and visibly dark and has grown wider. Will the Fraxel work to minimize...
I had a 25% TCA peel a year ago. The reaction to the peel caused a noticeably uneven skin surface on my forehead and left lines of demarcation where...
The small bumps on my nose are from past pimples. The acne is a bit more under control after PDT. My nose seems to have grown in width, but I can't...
Which is more likely to cause damage from Fraxel Repair: the laser itself, the settings, or the practitioner? Does the pressure applied by the...
Is is safe to use Fraxel Re:store on a patient who is 4 years post-radiation treatment?
What is the skin texture like after having Fraxel restore done? I have heard that the skin looks like it has tiny needle puncture scars? Is this...
Should anti-virals be taken everytime before Fraxel laser even if I didn't have herpes infection before?
I had fraxel restore done and the technician said the highest it goes is 20. She had me on 18 and 8.... what does that mean?
I am traveling to Thailand in September/October and I am a flight attendant. Could you recommend a very reputable Fraxel Laser doctor?
I have few scars around the mouth due to a car accident. If so, how many sessions I need to attend?
I have fine wrinkles, small bags under my eyes, and dark circles that look hollow. Do I need to have surgey to fix it? Will Fraxel Laser or dermal...
From what I've read, the non-invasive Fraxel Re:store is the best solution to ease certain complications on my face.
I'm a 24 year old, Asian male who...
I was on hormonal therapy and two years later I noticed the appearance of my skin began to change. I have melasma on the bridge of my nose and...
After a series of Fraxel Restore, should you get a single maintenance treatment every 4-6 months to keep dermis stimulated even though only it only...
I'm 23 years old, and I have SLE (Lupus). I would like to know, would it be safe for me to get the Fraxel treatment done for my stretch marks? Please...
How soon after surgery should I start getting Fraxel restore to reduce the scars? Is there an optimal time that will give me the best results?
I have hypopigmented acne scars on my chest and back. The office I have been talking to says that the scars will totally go away after Fraxel Laser...
I am hispanic with olive skin and 35 years old. I am not on hormones and I started to get melasma about 1 1/2 year ago.
I am a 51 year old hispanic male. I am loooking for a combination of Fraxel Laser and Thermage.Ten years ago, I decided to have a chemical...
I am Chinese and got significant PIH from Fractional CO2 (with unknown machine) done in May this year. Luckily, the PIH is almost recovered now, and...
Can Subcision be done prior to Fraxel re:store on the same day?
Have there been any statistics released on the percentage of patients that end up with PIH after Fraxel Restore or Fraxel Repair? Is there anything...
If you have had fat transfer in the lips and nasalobial fold and then had Fraxel Laser (Restore) over thoese areas, can that decrease the fat in the...
The Fraxel website says to avoid the sun for 3 months, post treatment. I am getting one Fraxel Re:store treatment next week and am wondering exactly...
I had Radiesse done in my nasolabial folds and cheeks and cheek bone area under eyes. I look like a chipmunk.
I read that Fraxel will lessen the...
I'm a 28 year old Asian female. I have nevus of ota around my right eye and temples. Also, the acne scarring is pretty moderate and the pitted scars...
I have severe sun damage to my face and I am interested in Fraxel laser but would like to know more about it. Could someone please respond?Thank you, ...
My doctor is suggesting Fraxel Restore for the area around my lips to reduce vertical lip lines. Can Fraxel only be done in selected area like this...
For Fraxel Restore in treating superficial fine lines, enlarged pores and shallow scars, from your experience, is most of the dermal...
We have vitiligo in the family, my sister has it and so does my uncle. If I have fraxel treatment for my acne scarring, does that increase my chance...
I had Fraxel on my face and it definitely works. Although it is a slower process, I feel that it helps skin. I would love to help the skin around my...
I'm 31 years old and I have ugly stretch marks on my upper arms--they're very annoying, I've had them for at least the past 10 years. It's ok for me...
Finally cleared up my acne with treatment of 40mg Accutane per day for 5 months. I have moderate case of rolling, depressed, and slightly discolored...
The dermatologist where I would have the Fraxel done and charges $200. How come it costs way less than the thousands that other people pay for? Is...
Hi! I am very fortunate with slow aging in the face and neck area, but need some skin on my body tightened. I was overweight growing up and my skin...
I have tan, light olive skin. The laser lady said she would be doing Fraxel Laser for my sun damage and medium acne scarring. Apparently, Fraxel...
How many treatments of Fraxel are recommended and what is the length of interval involved between treatments?
Is it possible for Fraxel Laser around the eyes to have a bad side effect? Thank you.
I have a mild case of vitiligo, but none on my face. Is it safe to have Fraxel Laser on my face? Will Fraxel increase vitiligo or is it beneficial for...
If I have acne pit scarring and enlarged pores and small wrinkles. If I have acne pit scarring and enlarged pores and small wrinkles under the eyes....
I have tons of indented acne scars, enlarged pores and a fairly large chicken pox scar on my eyebrow. Every skin laser office I go to recommends...
Which among Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Repair "Lite" will give the best results for surgical scars?
I have white marks on the neck from past acne scarring, along with redness. This area is also still blemish prone. Is Fraxel a possible solution for...
Are Fraxel lasers suitable for Asian skin tones, like Afro-Caribbean and Bangladeshi skin colour?
I would like to get Fraxel repair for my scars only. The doctor is recommending to have it done on my entire face. Is there a reason for this?
Can Fraxel treatment diminish scars, discolorations, and smoothen the skin on upper and lower arms?
I'm debating whether to get Fraxel Laser or Fraxel Repair. Repair seems far more scarier to me with the recovery, so I'm wondering if Restore will do...
How much time does a fraxel treatment take? Can it be done in the summer?
I was treated for breast cancer in October 2008. It's been 5months since my last chemotherapy and I have noticed my cheeks and nose seem very reactive...
I have large pores but no discoloration. I also have small wrinkles developing around eyes and freckles. My skin is overall good. No acne scarring....
I have a mole on my cheek about 3.3 mm in diameter and maybe raised 1-2mm(?) -- quite flat, anyway. I want to get it surgically removed and have...
I am 48 years old, and taking 9 mgs of Coumadin daily since October of 2008. Can I have a Fraxel Laser treatment on my face, neck, and chest?
I was told by my doctor that with one Fraxel session, I would get a lot of benefits. I am concerned that I am reading great things about Fraxel...
I'm doing Fraxel next week. I'm a brown or tan color Asian and wanted to know if I become hyperpigmented, how long will it last or will it be there...
Can I expect good results from just one Fraxel treatment, or is it imperative that I have a series of treatments?
I had fat transfer in my cheeks on May 27, 2009 and I am now planning to have a full fraxel laser treatment on my face beginning on August 7th. Is...
I am fair skinned and have fairly good skin tone and texture. However, the texture above my lips is not as good as the rest of my face and I am...
I heard there was a new machine that would minimize the pain while having Fraxel Laser. What is it called and where can I find it?
I would like to know, if I space Thermage and a Fraxel treatment 4 days apart, is that okay? It will be my 9th Fraxel treatment and my 6th Thermage...
What is the downtime for the Fraxel laser procedure with the Deep FX from Lumenis, or the Syneron Emax laser?
Hi, I have had a couple of revision surgeries for a rhinoplasty. I am concerned that part of the assymetry present is due to scar tissue. I know...
I'm considering getting Fraxel on my face. At one clinic I was told that I should get a TCA peel 30% at least 20 peels each a week apart before doing...
The area is also particularly sensitive as its under the eyes. The burns are only mild. Would I be better off with the less invasive Fraxel Restore,...
After Fraxel Restore series, how long do dermal results last? In treating fine lines and superficial scars and and keeping the skin plump.
After a...
I am 71 years old, but I do not have heavy wrinkles or lines, but my skin sags and looks like an orange peel. I don't need to look 50 or 60, I just...
Hi. If you get a 4 treatments at 26 percent coverage, then wait 6 months for full dermal results, and then get a few more Fraxel restore treatment,...
Which laser treatment is more suitable for atrophic scarring: Fraxel or Pixel laser?
I have my first Fraxel Laser treatment in five weeks. Because I can't use Retin A micro, I normally use it a week before, or a week or two after....
I had breast augmentation surgery 18 months ago (submuscular), and am not happy with the scars. They were supposed to be in breast fold, but one is...
The skin on my arms is getting saggy and I have some sun spots. Will Fraxel Laser work for this and which one, Restore or Repair?Also, which one is...
I am considering fraxel for mild acne scars on my chin and cheeks, reduction of fine lines would be welcome too. I went to the medspa for a...
I'm 48 years old, and my right cheek seems to droop more than the left due to the scars. I also have smile lines. I have been recommended to do 3...
I bit thru my bottom lip, and now have hard tissue inside the lip as well as a small indented scar on the outside (left side).
I hear Fraxel Laser can...
I have scars (only mild or 1st degree) from burns under the eyes, and was wondering, if Fraxel Repair or Restore would help remove the scars? If so,...
How much can one expect to pay for Fraxel Restore and Thermage in San Jose, Costa Rica?
I've been quoted $2,300.00 USD for Fraxel Restore and $2,200...
I have a hypopigmented scar on my face from acne, is Fraxel an option?
I was recommended to get Fraxel done on my acne scars. The Dr said my scars should be fairly easy to get rid off because they are not deep. But I'm...
I have apple cheeks. Will the treatments from the fraxel laser cause me to lose volume?
I have opted to invest in 4 Fraxel treatments. My doctor is offering free Thermage with the 4 Fraxel package (because Thermage and Fraxel just...
I'm getting a Fraxel re:store dual Laser treatment done for dark circles under my eyes in about a week. I have very delicate skin under my eyes and to...
Please help!!! Thank you!
I finished a 5 month course of Sotret in February 2008 and a second repeat course of 3 months of Sotret 10mg this month.
My doctos says that due to...
Is it okay to have Fraxel Laser on the eye area a month after having Juvederm to the tear troughs, and a year after having laser eye surgery (because...
My skin has undergone several sessions of peeling both Chemical and yellow. My kin is very dry and a bit sensitive after the long treatment. But...
Hi. I have a 1 inch hypertrophic scar on my chest which is nearly flat thanks to 5FU injections. I would like to see if I can improve the appearance...
I am a 29 year old caucasian w/minor sun spots, freckles, and wrinkles. The doctor recommended Affirm CO2 micro ablative skin rejuvenation (cost $2...
Is there another procedure besides Fraxel that can help improve or eliminate ice pick scars? A procedure that does not involve multiple visits or...
I am 50 and have very dark undereye circles. It is a family trait. I wondered if Fraxel laser treatment would be effective in getting rid of the...
I was burned by boiling water on my shoulder and breast when I was 2 years old, now at 28, I have always want to get some kind of improvement,...
I'm getting one Fraxel Restore treatment done this Friday. I have sensitive skin and I'm 28 years old. What are some questions that I should...
I am a 19-year-old white female who has tried everything from topical medication to oral antibiotics, microdermabrasions and chemical peels. Just...
I am 31 years old and I used CRX peeling program from OBAGI followed by Nu-Derm system to protect my skin from aging, and close the pores on my nose...
I had always had facial hair, and on top of that, acne. I had laser hair removal treatment, but my acne is getting worse, the acne is all over and...
When is the soonest after a surgical wound that I should have Fraxel laser done on it for maximum results, and at what intervals?
Does it work on upper lip 'smokers lines' and 'orange peel' skin texture on chin. My skin is fairly firm, except there is a slight drooping around...
I have lupus (SLE) but the only symptom I have is that I develop a skin rash in the sun without protection. I've had Fractional Laser done and...
Does the Fraxel Restore laser initial remove the facial hair and then the hair grows back over time? I understand an IPL for age spots would do this...
During a Fraxel Restore treatment, when the technician does multiple passes over the same area, how does the laser know which area is the same skin...
I am fair skinned and wonder if this is a better or worse treatment for someone with my skin type.
What is the cost of Fraxel laser just on the upper lip area? I have smoked for years and now that I am 35, I quit. I get Jessner peels and Botox. I am...
Is it OK to tweeze or wax your facial hair after getting Fraxel laser treatment (restore)?
Hi, I am 46. I had a "Mini Facelift" done Wednesday to lift my sagging jowls. How soon after the lift can I go for Fraxel?
They say I can...
What are the Fraxel laser side effects that happen most often that I need to make sure to ask my doctor about before starting the Fraxel Restore...
I'm doing Fraxel next week, I've been on a lightening cream plus retinoic acid, which I read here would cause reddening. Will this affect my outcome...
I recently had a Rhinoplasty and Chin implants done 7 weeks ago. I was wondering how long I should wait before doing Fraxel Repair on my Acne scars...
I saw that Fraxel received FDA approval of a new version of Fraxel lasers that extends use to the body. What else can Fraxel now do, body slimming?
I've read a lot of posts and answers from doctors about Fraxel (Restore and Repair). I'm planning on to have 3 Fraxel Restore sessions. I want to...
Will Fraxel Laser work to remove syringoma around the eye on dark skin?
It is my face so I don't take this lightly. My question is: a Dermatologist quoted $1700 and a med spa have a Dec. special of 1/2 off so it would be...
Does Fraxel do both skin tightening and scar removal for African American skin (caramel color)?
On Wednesday I made full payment on CC for this (not CO2) "Fraxel/Thermage combo for nasolabial folds and jowls area" but am concerned that...
I suffer from discoid lupus on my face, neck and back. Would the Fraxel laser remove the lesions? Other steriod topicals and malaria drugs did not work.
I have scars on my chest region from a case of sun poisoning that I had as a teenager. Unfortunately, I have keloid skin and I've attempted to have...
I am looking to get Fraxel restore done. I am concerned about the experience of doctors and have been trying to research for one. I looked on the...
I have an elevated ANA level but with no diagnosis of an autoimmune disease. Am I still a candidate for Fraxel laser treatments?
I am 25 years old and wish to undergo Fraxel on my face for Acne scars. Will this pose a problem later in life? Also, is there a minimum age limit to...
Would it be better if i do subsision and then filling before the fraxel restore first session?
I am a 30 year old male with olive skin. I was in a car accident 4 weeks ago and have been left with a deep one inch scar that required 3 inner...
I'm thinking of having laser treatment and there's too many choices.
I'm a tan, brown Asian and is about to do Fraxel next week. I am really scared that I will become hyperpigmented no matter how good my doctor is. Are...
I've undergone Fraxel Restore 8 times and Deep FX twice. The results are not obvious. I am Asian.
I know higher level provides deeper penetration and treatment levels correspond to percentage of epidermis and dermis treated. Thus, would level 10 of...
I read here that Fraxel Restore will not damage the hair follicle. I just want some clarification. I would think Fraxel Restore would remove or cut...
I have read that some patients here with the fraxel restore can peel in large white chunks, which i guess would be called scaling? is that mostly due...
