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Write a review How much does Fraxel cost? I am considering the older Fraxel restore laser... Is Repair more expensive?
I saw the today show about Fraxel re:pair treatment. Is this the same thing I read on realself about fraxel laser experiences? thnks!
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...
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...
Is IPL or Fraxel laser better for reducing fine lines and eye wrinkles?
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?
I had three fraxel treatments done starting february, march, and april - all went well - but last month i noticed spots on the sides of my cheeks -...
I had co2 fraxel laser 5 days ago and am bright red. I believe I have peeled all the skin off, but now I notice my skin is not porus and is rough....
Anyone willing to share whether their fraxel experience was painful? worried it will rival my laser skin resurfacing experience (white hot pain!)
Hi. I have a question regarding Acne Scars. I have undergone six sessions of Fraxel Refine to minimize or make my scars disappear, which did not...
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...
Numerous small, whitish bumps appeared approximately twelve hours after I underwent Fraxel Restore Treatment, mainly on my chin and lower cheek area....
Seeking a great fraxel laser doctor. what should i look for?
What's recovery like from fraxel laser treatment?
Is Fraxel bad for Rosacea?
Pre-fraxel, what's needed to get ready?
It has been 2 days since my first Fraxel Restore treatment. My face feels like sandpaper and has a pattern of tiny brown spots on it. Is this normal,...
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...
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...
I'm interested in learning more about fraxel laser resurfacing. what is fraxel best for treating? thankyou!!
Anyone with itchy skin after fraxel?
I have completed two Fraxel Restore sessions for facial scars, but I still have many scars on my face. The setting used on me was 45 mjoules. Is this...
Hello, I am a 26 year-old woman with very fair skin (Irish). I have enlarged pores all over my cheeks, nose, and forehead (I struggled with acne/oily...
Can fraxel restore tighten facial skin? How many treatments does one need to see results? How much down time?
After fraxel re-store treatment how sensitive is to the sun? planning on doing the re-store treatment my main concern now is would I be able to sun...
I got fraxel laser done on my entire face on Friday morning, it is Sunday afternoon and I still have extensive swelling all over my face, but more...
Will Tazorac help with collagen rebuilding after Fraxel procedure, just as they say Retin-A does? If so, how is it possible?
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...
I have been hesitating between fraxel restore and repair. After reading some feedback, I have noticed that many people do not get remarkable results...
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...
Is fractional Co2 better than Fraxel re:store in treating acne scars & large pores?
I am a freak when it comes to pain. kind of scared of gettin fraxel! should i be woried
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 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....
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 just had my first fraxel restore. I was slighly red and swollen for a day or two but that was it. I was expecting to see more. My goal is to...
Normal for acne breakouts to occur after Fraxel?
What is Portrait Plasma Regeneration or PSR? Is it another laser skin treatment like Fraxel? I have been exploring fraxel treatments for...
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 have done my 1st Fraxel laser treatment for acne scars. It’s been 4 week and still have redness on cheeks, they look like they had sun burn. I...
I was on a 7 month course of Accutane, 30mg throughout the course. I want to know, how long would I have to wait before I can get Fraxel treatments?...
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...
I am entering into my fourth week of recovery after undergoing Fraxel CO2 surgery. I do not know specifically the brand name (re:store, re:pair, etc.)...
Can any one please give me suggestions which one is good and their pros and cons. smooth beam Laser Treatment Vs Fraxel laser treatment. I am not...
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...
Hi, I have a question about Fraxel Restore. I received dermabrasion about two years ago on a few acne scars on my chin. Unfortunately, the scars...
I had Fraxel done a few days ago, and I need to go back to work soon. Can I use concealers and foundation to cover up the brown discoloration due to...
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...
I've had 4 Erbium Microlaser peels to address scarring and very "pebbly" skin on my chin, the result of electrolysis. While the laser has...
I've heard people mention both Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Laser, but what's the difference between the two?
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Is Fraxel appropriate for Black skin and hyperpigmentation scarring from acne? If so which Fraxel is recommended? If not what are the alternatives...
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...
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,...
Which is better for skin tightening and fine lines?
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'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...
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 had Fraxel Laser two days ago. I'm seeing the normal post-procedure conditions, but I'm worried about the grid-like pattern on my forehead. When...
I just had my third Fraxel Laser session a week ago. How soon post-procedure can I exfoliate?
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 have developed hyperpigmentation on my upper lip area after 9 laser hair removal treatments. For the past 4 years, I have tried hydroquinone 4%,...
I'm thinking about getting Fraxel done for acne scars on my cheeks. My dermatologist recommended it, and it looks like as long as I take several...
I suffered from a severe cold sore outbreak on my upper lip after my first (and probably only) Fraxel treatment. I've never experienced a cold sore...
After 5 fraxel treatments I have PIH and broken capillaries. Is this permanent?
The PIH has been treated with a 6-week regimen of Tx skin care...
Why would Fraxel leave me with several small red bumps (rash) on both sides of my face for two weeks to present?
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...
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...
Is it recomended to use the "Fraxel" laser treatment for Acne scarring shorthly after one had taken "Roaccutane"? if not, what is...
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 fair complexion and just went in for my second Fraxel Laser treatment 4 days ago. I use the lowest dose of Retin A every other day, and had...
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...
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'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...
Can you tell me why Fraxel goes deeper in your skin? How does it work?
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 have undergone 6 sessions of laser photo facial but the discoloration has gotten worse, became much darker and spread more on my face. My doctor has...
Before i decide on fraxel laser treatment i want to know what recover will REALLY be like...no b.s.
How can I treat the keloid scarring on my chest post Fraxel Repair? I have already had Fraxel Restore on setting 25 done on my chest. I think I have...
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...
Can Fraxel make your skin more sensitive? Will it make sensitive skin worse?
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...
DOES FRAXEL restore (OR ANY OTHER TREAMENTS/LASER) work on raised (hypertrophic scar)? Please help, i'm really depressing. i have 20 cortisone...
I am a 20 year old Indian male who had a Fraxel treatment done 3 days ago, to resolve a minor acne scar and additional scarrings due to shaving and...
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 have had 3 Fraxel Restore treatments, and so far, there's ony very little improvement. What is scary is, that near my mouth I've developed little...
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...
I have two crater-like scars (3-4mm wide, 1mm deep) on my forehead from chicken pox. Would Restylane injection help lifting up the depressed surface...
I had a very bad Rhinoplasty by a doctor in India. He cut my nose on both sides from outside, which became two big scars. Then, I had a revision...
I had Fraxel Restore done around 5 weeks ago, and I'm still very red. How long does the redness post-op usually last?
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) and Fraxel Laser treatments seem to work in a similar manner: they create micro injuries to the skin to stimulate...
I'm on my 5th Fraxel session, and I started breaking out again, so I decided to use Pro-Active. Is it okay to use products with Benzoyl peroxide and...
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 had my first Fraxel treatment done by the doctor's RN. Should I continue with her or request that the MD perform the remaining treatments? So...
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...
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 used an exfoliate this morning. My skin still feels the same. Is that going to hurt my outcome from Fraxel? Also is it normal to have a few...
It has been 4 weeks after my first Fraxel session, and my right cheek is discolored and has gone all lumpy under my skin. What are these lumps and how...
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...
I just went through my second Fraxel Restore session for my acne scars. I'm after the most optimum results, and when I spoke with the aesthetician,...
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...
I have just had my second fraxel. I am paying an arm and a leg for these treatments ($1500 each). The pain of each treatment is minimal. I don't know...
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 am considering both fraxel restore and repair - i have melasma and sunspots, but also "white spots" - is either good for these? Also, the...
If I don't want to do a Facelift; is the Fraxel laser a good option?
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...
I'm 34 years old and had a consultation for large pores, fine lines, and minor sun damage. The physician stated that his (Venus) Erbium yag laser was...
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 had light brown spots on the side of eyes and a skin laser spa recommended for a Fraxel treatment to improve the melasma and big pores on my...
I recently had two Fraxel treatments for mild skin issues: uneven skin tone, sun damage. My last treatment was five weeks ago, and while...
What's the best treatment (Laser, IPL, etc.) for dark spots and heavy freckling? I have tried Fraxel, which worked for a while before browning came...
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...
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...
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...
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 need a doctor that knows what he/she is doing since the last one screwed up my face with Fraxel. Anyone know any specialists on skin pigmentation...
I have a tat from years ago that's in 4 colors...on my left bicep...i was reading about lasers like fraxle...is this best laser tattoo removing option?
Between Yag Laser and Fraxel, which of the two gives the best result for acne scars and enlarged pores? How are they different?
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 am an African American female with dark brown skin and very large pores. I have had two treatments with the Fraxel Laser but I'm just not sure if it...
Palomar lux 1540 non-ablative laser treatment has a 24-48 hrs downtime. Do you think it is a good choice for treating acne scars such as ice...
I had my fraxel two week ago. First I have red spot on my face now it turned darkning spot. Do I need to use bleaching cream to get rid off it or...
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...
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 had my third Fraxel treatment three weeks ago, and one area on my cheek is kind of blotchy, and another is slightly reddish, about half an inch, and...
Hi there, can anyone tell me which laser is best for tightening up lax facial skin? I hear Fraxel laser is good.
I had Laser surgery to treat hyperpigmentation. Now, I have hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. I have an appointment for an consult coming up...
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 have really bad acne and I want to know, will Fraxel help treat my acne?
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...
Can you do a number of Restore treatments that would equal the Repair procedure? How would that work?
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 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...
I have fine lines directly under my eyes. My doctor applied Botox to the outer eye area (where the lines were very minimal); but I still have fine...
I had fraxel in November 2007, which consisted of five sessions, between each one a whole month. It was very hot and my skin got burned. The color of...
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 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...
Would temporary fillers combined with laser treatment best for acne scars? I have rolling and possibly ice pick scarring. I've heard subcision...
I've been going to a MedSpa that recommends Pixel Laser for my moderate to severe acne scars and to a doctor/skin sugery center that recommends Fraxel...
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...
How long after Juvederm injections should I wait before having Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis?
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...
I have a fair complexion and I tan nicely. I have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) on some areas of my face as a result of Fraxel treatment....
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'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...
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 had Fraxel treatments: twice on full face and 5 times around eyes, then decided to have Trans-Blepharoplasty surgery with CO2 laser at 39 years old....
Recently, I had Botox for frown lines between eyes, lines on my nose, and crow's feet. I also had Juvederm in cheeks. Seven days later, I had Fraxel...
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...
I had C02 Fraxel laser resurfacing on December 15, 2008 and my face still looks so red as if I have a terrible sun damage or burn. How long is the...
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'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 have some saggy skin under my chin, no fat and would like to tighten it. My dermatologist recommended Fraxel. Which therapy is best? If...
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 find the use of topical treatments (Efudix) etc quite intrusive and protracted in terms of repair. I am considering Fraxel Laser, but am not...
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...
Will Fraxel cause new warts, if I've previously had warts on my face?
I had six Fraxel Restore treatments done, with the last one coming two weeks ago. I was wondering, when can I get a Fraxel Repair done?
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...
I had my first Fraxel Restore treatment appoximately 7 weeks ago for acne scars. Although the intense redness subsided in a few days, the skin on my...
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...
Where in Cape Town and which Doctor uses the Frazel repair?
Hi I had my first Fraxel treatment done about 3 weeks ago. I see a big difference in my skin but after the first 2-3 days my skin itched like crazy...
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...
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...
I have had the Fraxel laser treatment and immediately afterwards blisters began to appear on my face, so I am guessing the physician burned my face!...
Is it safe on any other body parts other than the face and does it treat brown spots and hyperpigmentation?
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...
I'm beginning to show signs of Rhinophyma. There are a few nodules on one side of nose and some thickening on tip of nose which I absolutely hate. ...
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...
I'm debating whether to get Fraxel Laser or Fraxel Repair. If I have very clogged pores under my skin (some areas as big as an eraser full), what...
I underwent the Fraxel Laser procedure two days ago (05.18.2009). I was sent home with a tube of Aquaphor, and I have a follow up appointment in two...
I had Botox injected for frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet. The following day, I had Fraxel Laser on my face. I'm 16 days...
Will Fraxel Laser remove hyperpigment scar left from fever blister at edge of lips?
I just had my 3rd Fraxel Re-store, settings were highest at 70%. I was warned that I would have more redness this time and maybe a little more...
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 considering getting Fraxel laser surgery done to reduce the appearance of acne scars. You mentioned that there are a higher chance of side...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Hi my question is which of these Fraxel is best for dark skin "mexican" in treating pigmentation, wrinkles and will Fraxel thighten the...
I had bumps and rough skin after Fraxel Laser. Is there a chance they will soften or diminish? Is there anything I can do to help it? I started to see...
I had one fraxel treatment about 3 weeks ago. I am leaving for vaction in two weeks, and I am concerned about sun exposure. How long should i wait...
I had Fraxel Laser treatments, my last was almost a year ago. I began noticing brown patches on my cheeks and forehead about 3 or 4 months ago. There...
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...
I would like to have Pixel laser or Fraxel laser done on my stretch marks. These stretch marks are new, red and located on my stomach. However, I can...
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 shallow but significantly wide indentations in my facial skin caused by complications with facial peels. Can Fraxel Repair or Fraxel Restore...
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've tried many treatments for facial sun damage/melasma. My last attempt is either IPL or Fraxel Laser. Since they're both very costly, I'd like...
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 had my second Fraxel Restore done 5 days ago. After the first one, I had a lot of redness, and a "machine pattern", then appeared on my...
Is it normal to have oozing right after Fraxel treatment on small area of face?
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?
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 have black spots, hyperpigmentation from acne. They haven't responded to peels or hydroquinone or Triluma. I am thinking of having laser...
Even an exfoliating treatment causes flaking over this area of thin skin which has undergone three rhinoplasties. My cosmetologist says Fraxel...
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 had one session of Fraxel a few weeks ago and had white patches all over my face afterwards. Also Dr. refused to do in between eyebrows and when I...
I am 30 years old, 15 years ago I had terrible accident hence post-surgery scars on my face. My main aim is to make these scars look smaller. I have...
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...
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 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...
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...
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 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...
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...
Which Fraxel treatment will work best on a post-surgical hypertrophic scar on the hand?
Do procedures such as Titan or Fraxel Laser tend to "melt" existing injectable fillers?
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...
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.
My neck shows a significant sign of lines and sagging. Someone recommends Fraxel Laser treatment. Any suggestion?
I have bags under the eyes and considering a treatment. Do you think Fraxel will help to improve the color?
I'm 38 and have recently developed vertical lines which appear along my cheeks and eyes when I smile...will Fraxel Repair help reverse this? Or should...
How many percent (depth) does 35% TCA Peel target the skin's surface? I heard that Fraxel Laser (Restore) can target between 5% and 35% of the skin's...
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 had the first Fraxel procedure in August last year. The second was done in December. The recovery was normal with no complications. The redness...
Can I have Restylane injections after I do my Fraxel laser? Is it safe? If not, how many days or weeks should I do it and what would happen if I do it...
I'm thinking of having fraxed repair on my sundamaged chest area. What are the best settings and what pain relief is given?
Which between Smoothbeam Laser and Fraxel Laser stimulates collagen better? Does Fraxel Restore remove scar tissue while Smoothbeam only remodels?
I am having Juvederm injections soon. The doctor also wants to do Fraxel Laser for the lines around my mouth. Which treatment should be done first?
I had one session of Fraxel a few weeks ago and had white patches all over my face afterwards. What are these white patches? Also Dr. refused to do in...
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...
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 really bad acne scars all over my face and I still have a problem with break-outs. Will the fraxel help my acne? Can I even get Fraxel if I...
And which one is more effective for acne scar removal and reducing pore size as well as skin discoloration? I have some ice pick scars and some...
I had Fraxel Laser done about four months ago. For some reason, I find that every time I get my eyebrows or upper lip threaded, I break out in tiny...
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...
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'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...
What makes Affirm Laser different from Fraxel Lasers? Do either of them cause hypopigmentation? Which produces better results for acne scars?
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...
A year ago I had Fraxel treatment on some keloid scarring on my breasts from a reduction I had about 10 years ago. The doctor treated my keloid scars...
My face darkened from non-sunscreen use for 3 months after Fraxel treatment. Is this permanent, and would lightening creams help?
I read that a combination of Thermage (one treatment) and Fraxel laser (3-5 treatments) gives a good alternative facelift. Some doctors in Europe sell...
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...
Is it legal for someone other than the doctor to use Fraxel Laser on you without you knowing?
Have you ever had any patient say they lost all of the hair on the eyebrow area after Fraxel Laser procedures?
I did and it started with the first one...
I've read that some people believe that they suffered fat loss or indentations from Fraxel Restore. Is this a concern?
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...
I have Fraxel Laser (Restore) a year ago. I feel the skin is soft, but the hypopigmented scar and bumps are still there. I think probably Fraxel...
If I get 7 Fraxel treatments, will my results improve over the 5th Fraxel treatment by a lot? Will getting additional Fraxel treatments be harmful?
I have found out through personal consultation that many doctors who perform Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Repair, and V Beam laser always use charts...
After Fraxel Laser, my face has gone more patchy and darker than before. It has been 6 days now. Is this normal? Will it get better?
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.
I had Fraxel Laser done 3 months ago and notice white patches of skin and severe acne on my chin. The white patches appear to be "new" skin...
Planning a Fraxel resurfacing and I am very keloid-prone (make too much scar tissue). Will the treatment cause lots of scarring?
Do they both do the same job? Do they have similar recovery and cost?
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?...
I have my second Fraxel treatment tomorrow. Last time I broke out 2 days after. Is there a way to prevent or minimize this?
I am 78 and have had 2 Facelifts and photo light. Can I still have Fraxel Laser and Thermage?
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 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,...
Would it be safe and advisable to use Meladerm instead of hydroquinone 4% as pre-treatment for Fraxel repair and Fraxel restore to help prevent PIH?...
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?
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 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...
I began Fraxel about a year ago. I think I had 7 treatments all up for chicken pox scars. The first treatment went fine, however the 2nd was very...
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...
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...
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...
What is the width of the roller on a Fraxel restore laser in mm's? I have this laser mark on my face that is a square slightly raised patch of skin....
I am currently using the Obagi Nu-Derm system including Tretinion .05%. I will be receiving a Fraxel Re-store treatment. Do I need to alter or stop...
I just had my first of four Fraxel treatments a week ago and my face looks so good. I keep thinking I'm going to wake up and my face is back to the...
I was looking into fraxel restore for severe cystic acne scars on my neck. Can you recommend a doctor in raleigh I can consult with?
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...
Should anti-virals be taken everytime before Fraxel laser even if I didn't have herpes infection before?
I keep hearing mixed reports on Fraxel Laser (Restore) and Fraxel Repair results for burn scars. On one hand, I have seen pictures of burn scars...
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 had several LightSheer treatments in the fall of 2003 to 2004 spring. This treatment worked fine but left hyperpigmentation and even caused some...
Everyone who has performed the Fraxel Laser Treatment, have you treated whole face or just partial areas for examples, where only the scars are?
I have few scars around the mouth due to a car accident. If so, how many sessions I need to attend?
About 4 years ago I had sclerotherapy on my legs and as a result, have some pretty nasty-looking hyperpigmentation areas. I'm nervous about what to do...
I had Fraxel treatment last year for pigmentation. Now, my skin looks loose, like collagen was lost. I'm 36, but nobody told before that I look my age...
I would like to know what's the best setting of Fraxel for under the eye area. Milia is appearing.
I had Fraxel about 3 months ago with no impressive results. The doctor said that because I had a low pain threshold, she could only use a level 3 (she...
I got fraxel treatment for my scars, some of them all of them have flaken off except 1 The one scar is near my underarm in the section where the...
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...
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 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 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...
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...
It's now been 1 month since my first and only Fraxel Restore 1500 treatment from Rapaport in NJ. I still have broken capillaries from before and new...
I had sun damage (brown spots) on my neck and forearms treated 2 years ago with IPL (4 treatments). My arms responded great, but my neck only...
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, ...
I had Fraxel restore on part of my face (the part just to the side of my nose) to generate collagen around a scar from a previous laser procedure to...
I am day 8 after Fraxel repair. Things are looking better, but I want to know if the fine smoker's lines that I still see will go away and if the skin...
I'm looking for treatment for Fordyce Spots on the upper lip. I'm hesitant to use anything that has a high risk of scarring or Hyperpigmentation. I...
I'm interested in Fraxel Laser or any non-surgical procedure for under eye wrinkles. Can you recommend a doctor in the Michigan area?
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...
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...
How many treatments of Fraxel are recommended and what is the length of interval involved between treatments?
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...
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 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 had my first Fraxel treatment for my arms today. Has anyone else done that? Have you found success?
Does scarred skin normally contain the same amount of pigments as the normal skin surrounding it? I was wondering because after the Fraxel treatment,...
I am thinking of Sculptra as an adjuct treatment with Fraxel Re:store. However, which treatment should come first and how far apart in time between...
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...
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...
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 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...
I have had about 6 Fraxel treatments for melasma. The last treatments left me with higher pigmentation with inflammation (like a mask around my eyes)....
Can Fraxel treatment diminish scars, discolorations, and smoothen the skin on upper and lower arms?
I am a 50 year old Eurasion woman and had a Fraxel treatment last November. The immediate result was that my skin felt like clay, i.e. it lost mass in...
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...
I had a Titan Laser procedure done three times and then a Fraxel Laser procedure. It has been a year; can the Titan procedure be done again?
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 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...
How much time does a fraxel treatment take? Can it be done in the summer?
I am traveling to Thailand in September/October and I am a flight attendant. Could you recommend a very reputable Fraxel Laser doctor?
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 long should I wait AFTER Dermaroller, Fraxel Laser (Restore) or Microdermabrasion BEFORE starting Accutane? My skin is really...
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...
I developed hypopigmentation spots after 2 Fraxel Laser treatments. It is very obvious it was due to the treatment as you can see small round...
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?
Can I expect good results from just one Fraxel treatment, or is it imperative that I have a series of treatments?
For Fraxel Restore in treating superficial fine lines, enlarged pores and shallow scars, from your experience, is most of the dermal...
I am considering an upper Blepharoplasty and Fraxel Laser. Thought that I needed lower Blepharoplasty, but the doctor said Fraxel will work for...
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 had one Fraxel treatment on my nose to treat larger pores 2 months ago. Subsequently, a ridge or lump has appeared across my nose. I think it may be...
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?
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...
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...
Which kind of doctor should a person go to to get IPL or Fraxel Laser? A Facial surgeon or dermatologist?Thank you,jp
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...
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...
Why are so many people saying that the Fraxel has caused them to get severe hyper or hypopigmentation? Someone answered that it might be because...
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....
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...
Is there a potential effect of taking Accolate (for capsular contracture) on the expected benefit of Fraxel laser?
I'm concerned because the benefit...
Can Subcision be done prior to Fraxel re:store on the same day?
Is it possible for Fraxel Laser around the eyes to have a bad side effect? Thank you.
I have open pores, scars, and laugh lines. I have already done 4 treatments of Fraxel Laser, but I didn't get any satisfactory results. Should I...
Are Fraxel lasers suitable for Asian skin tones, like Afro-Caribbean and Bangladeshi skin colour?
I am 33 years old, and have sensitive skin (i.e. I don't respond well to glycolic acid). My cocerns are: slight browness/possible melasma on my...
Which among Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Repair "Lite" will give the best results for surgical scars?
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.
How long after a Fraxel treatment can I get a facial?
I have some acne scars on the side of my face, some fine lines above my lips and the side of my lips, as well as around my eyes. I am interested in...
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 am a 19-year-old girl with pretty good skin and a few acne scars. I have a small pock mark on my cheek and a boxcar acne mark on my head. I also...
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...
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...
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'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...
Does Fraxel Laser permanently treat hyperpigmented scars? Why do you need to use bleaching cream if you are on the treatment? Surely, using bleaching...
Can Fraxel Laser or Pixel Laser or Dermaroller help my scars on my legs generally brown spots?
It's now been 1 week after having Fraxel treatment on a small area (about 1 cm diameter) on my face. The treatment was to remove a scar. I've now had...
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 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...
Hi. I have this 3rd degree burn scar on my body (tummy and both thighs) due to hot water. The scars are now thick and very itchy. I'm planning to...
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 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...
Hi Drs, I am a 31yo African American female who is considering Fraxel laser tx for uneven skin tone, fine lines around the mouth and eyes as well as...
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...
Already had a lot of redness and now its pink which makes it more noticeable. Also my skin looks very, very oily and the pink makes it worse and way...
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,...
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...
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....
Does a Fraxel Repair Lite treatment provide the same result for fine lines as a single Fraxel Restore treatment at medium settings? And does the...
Which laser treatment is more suitable for atrophic scarring: Fraxel or Pixel laser?
Does Fraxel Repair work better than Fraxel Restore even if skin in good condition now? I understand the differences in Restore and Repair but my two...
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...
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...
I have apple cheeks. Will the treatments from the fraxel laser cause me to lose volume?
I am considering laser (Fraxel, not sure which version) for mild atrophic scaring on the face. I'm dark and have oily/acne prone skin. I'm worried the...
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,...
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 a hypopigmented scar on my face from acne, is Fraxel an option?
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'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...
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 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...
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 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 fraxel restore done and the technician said the highest it goes is 20. She had me on 18 and 8.... what does that mean?
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....
When is the soonest after a surgical wound that I should have Fraxel laser done on it for maximum results, and at what intervals?
I am fair skinned and wonder if this is a better or worse treatment for someone with my skin type.
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...
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...
What is the downtime for the Fraxel laser procedure with the Deep FX from Lumenis, or the Syneron Emax laser?
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 have had chemosis in one eye. It began one month after fraxel laser treatment. Is it a coincidence or related to the fraxel treatment.
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 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...
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 am a 19-year-old white female who has tried everything from topical medication to oral antibiotics, microdermabrasions and chemical peels. Just...
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...
Does Fraxel do both skin tightening and scar removal for African American skin (caramel color)?
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...
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 have an elevated ANA level but with no diagnosis of an autoimmune disease. Am I still a candidate for Fraxel laser treatments?
Does Fraxel work on puffiness under the eyes? My physician said it would but I can't see it in writing anywhere.
I'm terrified of something going wrong with Fraxel Laser. I've never scarred badly, from anything, but I have bad BAD hyper and hypo pigmentation from...
I'm thinking of having laser treatment and there's too many choices.
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...
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 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...
