San Ramon Fraxel Laser doctors
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William Ting, MD
Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon
2262 Camino Ramon Suite #200, San Ramon |
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Gary H. Manchester, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon
3720 Fourth Avenue, San Diego |
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Michael Tomcik, MD
San Francisco Dermatologist
101 Park Place Ste 101, San Ramon |
Recent Answers
Could Losing My Lower Eyelashes On Both Sides Be from the Center Outward Have Anything to Do with my Having a Total Fraxel? This happened right after the fraxel.
Unless your laser surgeon accidentally burned the eyelashes, it is exceedingly rare to lose eyelashes after Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing with Fraxel Repair, Total Fx, or Mixto. This is something that I have never come across with several hundred cases of Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing performed.
Does fraxel really work or does it do long term damage. I know Co2 works. Someone also said the Mixo is the only one that has the hottest laser for collegen repair.
Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing offers the best medical and cosmetic benefits of sun damage reversal, scar revision, and evening out skin tone. However, the procedure should be done by a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has performed numerous cases of your specific skin type and priorities as there are potential risks that the experience of your laser surgeon can minimize.
I have a small surgical scar on my face and I have had two differing opinions from two Fraxel experts, both with impeccable reputations and published studies. One doctor recommends a series of Re:stores due to my very social job and conservative nature and generally feels this laser is better for scars. The other doctor recommends one to two re:pairs to eradicate the problem, but says there could be redness for a month or two, but it will subside. I am confused- any helpful insight?
Ethnic skin acne scar revision is one of the more challenging skin condition to treat. Seek out a board certified dermatologist who has treated few dozen cases of your skin type, if at all possible. If you are conservative and have a socially visible occupation, then Fraxel restore may be a fine option though you may not see significant difference even after many treatments and must be mentally prepared to adjust your expectation. If you are open to more aggressive approach and willing to put up with a week of down time, then in the right hands, you may get 25-45% improvement from each fractional co2 laser resurfacing such as Fraxel Repair, ActiveFx, or Mixto though there may be some risk of pigmentation.
