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Write a review 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...
Hi, I'm interested in getting some laser resurfacing done on my face and I'm thinking about going with the Pixel laser. How well does the pixel laser...
Now that Fraxel has put out the new Fraxel repair laser, I am wondering if I should get that instead of the Active FX plus Deep FX treatment I planned...
I have the beginning of drooping jowls, but the part that bothers me most is the creping on my cheeks. I do not want to go through Fraxel Repair...
That is really what I was looking for when I started the Restore treatments. The only thing I found short of surgery that would help with lax skin was...
Has Fraxel re:pair been used on Becker's Nevus yet. I know in that other lasers in the past have not been very successful as it usually returns after...
Can you compare Lumenis Active FX and the Fraxel Repair, Which one works better on wrinkles, brown spots, skin tightening? How about pain and recovery...
I am a 46-year-old female, very thin (5" 4" 100 lbs) and does not have a lot of subcutaneous fat. I'm concerned about my neck area since I...
Hi, I'm an asian male, between a 3 to a 4 on the Fitzpatrick scale. I have acne scarring as a result of the accutane I went on a couple of years ago....
Hi I am 46 and lived most of my life outdoors with no sun block. I had thermage and radiesse last year and was fairly pleased. But now I have a...
I have some acne scars on my face, most are ice pick and rolling scars. Now I know there are 3 companies that provide laser treatment: Fraxel...
Is it important to stop Retinol or Retin A products 5 days before doing Total FX/Active FX or Fraxel re:pair? I was told 2 different things by 2...
I have found a lot of information about Fraxel for acne scars and wrinkles, but don't find much about the success of using Fraxel on Stretch Marks. ...
I have wrinkles onmy chin at 46 and the area around my mouth is finely lined. The skin is uneven near my mouth, and I have small laugh lines.
My...
I'm an Asian and have suffered from acne scars for over 5 years. Last week, I met a doctor he advised me to have 3 treatments with DeepFX and 1...
I am planning to have Fraxel Repair, and have heard that having Botox injections a couple of weeks before having laser treatment will yield better...
I am considering either Thermage NXT or Fraxel Repair. I am wanting to get rid of lines under the eyes, tighten skin on face, neck and under eyes. I...
Can Fraxel Repair remove milia? If so, will they return eventually?
The derm clinic I've gone to (I live overseas) says the CO2 Pixel laser is the laser they use...but I'm a little confused. Is it the same as Fraxel?
I plan to come over to LA from Bangkok before the year end to have the Fraxel Repair procedure on my face. I therefore do not want to make multiple...
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'm considering Fraxel Re:Pair or Fractional CO2 to treat my acne scars. The only problem I've noticed in most, if not all before and after photos is...
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...
Will Botox help relax the tension from a healing raised horizontal scar in the small hollow at the base of my neck, where the Fraxel Repair laser...
I'm 38 years old with fine lines under eye area and eye bags. I'm on a photo-sensitizing drug (Amitriptyline) and I had Medlite laser treatment in...
I’ve done my research, gone round a number of clinics and been told I need everything from Sculptra, Active FX, Accent XL and even an S-Lift...
Can Fraxel Repair be used on Poikiloderma of Civatte?
My problem is that the outer sides of my eyebrows are starting to go south and give me that sad puppy dog look, and my cheeks are also going south,...
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?
A local maxillofacial surgeon has recently begun offering something called Affirm CO2 (a laser by Cynosure) and claims it is the same as Fraxel...
I've done some research but it looks like doctors in the Toronto area only offer Fraxel Re:store.
I have only ever seen patients with severe skin problems have Fraxel Repair. Can Fraxel Repair settings be tailored to treat a young person with minor...
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 had 1 subcision back in February and 2 dermaroller sessions in April & July. I also applied Retin A 0.025 every night.
Will my skin be ready for...
I had a cheek lift a year ago and i would like to get fraxel repair,but i am afraid of the two bars under the skin having a bad reaction to fraxel....
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 have black spots, hyperpigmentation from acne. They haven't responded to peels or hydroquinone or Triluma. I am thinking of having laser...
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 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 have reasearched for a long time and consulted a dermatologist on the Fraxel Repair. They suggested one treatment at a power of 60 (1,000 microns)...
I am scheduled for Fraxel Repair in 2 and 1/2 weeks for fine lines around my eyes, pigmentation spots, and some minor acne scarring on my chin. I am a...
I would like to get a Deep FX/Total FX or Fraxel Repair in the Chicago area, and can't find ANY doctor who are doing either of these treatments... (A...
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 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 can't decide whether to have Mylar and Brow lift or Fraxel Re:pair. I have good skin, but some under eye bags and one droopy eye. I use Botox for...
Do fractional ablative lasers work the same? More specifically, is SmartXide DOT therapy as good as Fraxel Repair or the Starlux 2940?
I am a 27 year old male from Indian Back ground.I've been through 4 restore treatments without great results. Should I try Fraxel Repair or Activ...
I am currently booked to have Fraxel Repair in 2 weeks on my face. I had CO2 Laser done before for my acne scarring. Now I want Fraxel Repair for my...
What Fraxel Repair setting ranges are normally be used for acne scarring? I'm 39 years old and must return to work no later than 10 days after....
I am in my mid fifties and have relatively good skin but horrible lifelong ice pick scars on my nose. My plastic surgeon is suggesting Fraxel repair,...
An estimate, I know it differs from region to region, I live in Idaho.
I have found out through personal consultation that many doctors who perform Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Repair, and V Beam laser always use charts...
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?...
Fifteen years ago, I had used Accutane for acne and had a TCA peel for acne scars. The TCA peel was very painful me but I had very nice results....
I'm thinking about getting Fraxel Repair for my deep acne scars. I'm concerned about the best ways for my skin to heal after I get this procedure done...
I decided on Fraxel repair for my acne scars. An aggressive chem. peel 10 years ago that took almost 6 months for complete recovery (makeup not...
Which one is more effective for aging skin: Fraxel Repair or the Pearl laser treatment? I have olive skin; I tan easily; and I am 50 years old with...
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...
Hi. I am thinking of going for the Fraxel Repair because besides acne scarring, I am 54 yrs old and now have some sagging. The problem is that the...
Are there newer lasers than Fraxel Repair that can diminish deep wrinkles? I definitely want a laser some toning but I'm also worried about the...
Am I a candidate for Fraxel re:pair if I've already had silicone microdroplets injected into acne scars? My intent is to diminish the same scars (not...
Is it safe for a patient who has previously received Restylane injections to be given a Fraxel Repair treatment. If so, how long should one wait...
More and more personal reports are showing up regarding damage from Fraxel Re:Pair. Why are doctors and dermatologists not talking about this?
Is there a diference in Fraxel Repair and CO2 Fractional laser? I mean, is any other CO2 Fractional as good too? Will I have the same result? I live...
I have a lot of hypopigmentation on my chest from years of acne scarring. I'm fairly pale, but the scars are extremely white, so it looks like I have...
How does Fraxel Repair or any similar treatment affect facial hair in men? Will the facial hair still grow after treatment?
I know this is a single-treatment procedure but would also like to know what the approximate price range is?
I'm looking into Fraxel Repair for a year now. I had 5 Fraxel Refine and 1 Fraxel Restore treatments before for rolling acne scars. I also...
This past week I successfully had Fraxel Re-pair on my forehead to address small acne pit scarring.
My gameplan also includes addressing facial...
What can the Fraxel repair do for bags and sagging skin under the eye, and marionette lines?
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...
I am considering having a MACS facelift and Fraxel Repair. The doctor says that the two procedures can be done at the same time. Doing this would be...
I am considering Fraxel Repair by a dermatologist in Atlanta at the cost of $5,000. I am trying to research as much as I can and have consulted with...
Hi, is it possible to have Fraxel Repair on hereditary freckles? I am young so I don't have problems concerning lines nor wrinkles Thanks.
Which laser is better for fine lines, shrinking pores, and age spots, Fraxel Repair or Pixel Laser?
I am considering Fraxel Repair on my face, neck, chest for fine lines and crepiness. I have allergies, atopic dermatitis, and asthma (all well...
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...
Will the Fraxel Repair combined with the Q-switched Alexandrite laser also work for dark hereditary dark circles?
How long after a Fraxel Restore treatment should I wait to get Fraxel Repair? Should I wait four to six weeks or longer? Also, is it ok to use...
Between the Fraxel re:pair and the Deep FX CO2 laser treatments, which has better results in regards to diminishing the appearance of stretch marks?...
How exactly in terms of benefits does Retin-A help as PRE-treatment for Fraxel Repair and what does it do as POST treatment?
What is the treatment...
I had Fraxel Repair performed 5 months ago. I noticed some of the fine lines by my eyes returning. I am considering doing it again but I am...
Which among Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Repair "Lite" will give the best results for surgical scars?
I am interested in Fraxel Repair for acne scars and eyelids. I am Mexican and Native American with olive skin. Is this procedure recommended for...
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I had Rhinoplasty and Chin Liposuction two weeks ago. How long should I wait before having a Fraxel Repair or Palomar Lux 2940 face treatment? I...
Would Fraxel repair be the thing for wrinkles over the top of knees?
What is the average price for Fraxel Repair treatment on a 40 year old, caucasian skin, who has light wrinkles but wants to firm up the lower...
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...
On a scale from 1 to 10: how would you rate Fraxel Repair for safety and eventual side effects? Are there warnings against this procedure if you have...
How does Fraxel Repair treatment work on a redhead with fair skin? Is there a danger of infection?
Hello, I am 49, with large pores, a lot of Milia above and below eyes, sun damaged skin. I have had 3 Fraxel Restore treatments.I am really bothered...
I have had the Aquamid over a 6 year period, and am interested in Fraxel repair. Will there be any problems if I have Fraxel repair?
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,...
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 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...
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...
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 am having Fraxel Repair soon and have the protocol for the first 3 days (Cetaphil cleanser, Aquaphor every 2 hours then Vanicream). How soon can I...
Does anyone know of practitioners offering Fraxel Repair treatment in the UK or Europe?
How long prior to and after Fraxel Repair should one refrain from smoking?
I currently have active acne and will be remain on anti-biotics to prevent more acne flare up; how long after the Fraxel Repair procedure can I start...
I am 59 with relatively nice skin. Considering Fraxel Repair for a few brown spots and milia and of course, all the other benefits. How effective is it?
Cryosurgery and topical creams have been ineffective. I'm concerned cosmetically but I'm primarliy interestd in reducing the risk that precancerous...
I am a 19-year-old white female who has tried everything from topical medication to oral antibiotics, microdermabrasions and chemical peels. Just...
How soon can Fraxel Repair (not at low setttings) be used on surgery scars to improve them and get the best results?
Are the very early stages of rhinophyma treatable with the Fraxel Repair? My doctor felt the regular CO2 would be too aggressive since the rhinophyma...
I have a very oily skin, and I still have acnes growing and showing up in my face day after day. Will it take longer than expected for me to heal from...
I am considering an ablative form of facial skin resurfacing, such as Fraxel Repair. However, in the past, the facial peels I've had (TCA) caused...
I think that the best thing for a 56 yr old with sun damage, some wrinkling, some neck creases, tiny jowls is Fraxel Repair. I'm not ready for a...
