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Fraxel Acne Scars- Does it Work?
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...
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Fraxel Laser Treatment Results
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?
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How Much Does Fraxel Laser Cost?
How much does Fraxel cost? I am considering the older Fraxel restore laser... Is Repair more expensive?
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Fraxel Laser Surgery Recommendation
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...
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Fraxel Laser Treatment Dangers
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...
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Bumps and Blisters Normal After Fraxel Restore?
Numerous small, whitish bumps appeared approximately twelve hours after I underwent Fraxel Restore Treatment, mainly on my chin and lower cheek area....
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Fraxel Pigmentation Side Effects
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 -...
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What is Fraxel Restore?
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...
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Fraxel Failed to Work on my Acne Scars
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...
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What is Fraxel Dual?
What is the Difference Between Fraxel Restore and Fraxel Restore Dual?
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Brown Spots and Rough Skin After Fraxel Restore
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,...
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Fraxel Repair or Restore for Acne Scars?
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...
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What is Fraxel Laser Resurfacing?
I'm interested in learning more about fraxel laser resurfacing. what is fraxel best for treating?
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Is the fraxel laser good for under eye wrinkles?
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...
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How Do I Find the Best Fraxel Doctor?
Seeking a great fraxel laser doctor. what should i look for?
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What Should I Do to Prepare for Fraxel Treatment?
Pre-fraxel, what's needed to get ready?
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Fraxel Laser Stretch Marks
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...
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Usual Setting for Fraxel Restore?
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...
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Can Fraxel Be Used on Dark or Hispanic Skin Types?
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...
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Fraxel Re:pair Vs. Fraxel Re:store for Reducing Large Pores?
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...
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Fraxel Vs CO2 Laser for Acne Scar
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...
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Fractional Co2 Vs. Fraxel Restore - Which is Better?
Is fractional Co2 better than Fraxel re:store in treating acne scars & large pores?
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Can Fraxel CO2 Be Used for Upper Arm Skin Wrinkles?
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...
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What Fraxel Laser is Best for Vertical Lip Lines?
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...
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Best Treatment for Box Car and Ice Pick Acne Scars?
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...
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Does Fraxel Work on African American or Black Skin?
Is Fraxel appropriate for Black skin and hyperpigmentation scarring from acne? If so which Fraxel is recommended? If not what are the alternatives for...
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What's the Difference Between Profractional Laser and Fraxel?
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...
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Does fraxel help acne?
I have really bad acne and I want to know, will Fraxel help treat my acne?
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Fraxel Laser - How Long Does It Take to See Improvement in a Series Treatment?
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...
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Is Fraxel the Best Laser for Red Marks Left by Acne?
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....
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Can I Sunbathe After Fraxel Laser Treatments or Will my Skin Be Too Sensitive?
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...
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Fraxel Laser for PIH?
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...
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Has Anyone Experienced a Crusty Brown Scabbing After Fraxel?
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...
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Does Tazorac Help with Collagen Rebuilding After Fraxel?
Will Tazorac help with collagen rebuilding after Fraxel procedure, just as they say Retin-A does? If so, how is it possible?
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Does Fraxel Repair Require Fewer Treatments Than Fraxel Restore?
I have been hesitating between fraxel restore and repair. After reading some feedback, I have noticed that many people do not get remarkable results...
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Are There Advantages of Dot Therapy over Fraxel?
What (if any) are the advantages of having Smartxide dot therapy over Fraxel laser?
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Still Have Redness, 4 Weeks Post-Fraxel
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...
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Does Fraxel Get Rid of Age Spots or Does It Just Make Them Fade?
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...
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Fraxel Laser for Raised White Scars?
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...
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How Long After Accutane Treatments Can I Have Fraxel Treatments?
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?...
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Side Effects of Too Many Fraxel Restore Treatments?
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...
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Fraxel Laser Vs. Yag Laser Vs. MiXto Laser - Which Works Best?
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....
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Which Laser is Best for Wrinkles and Sun Damage - Fraxel Re:pair, Fraxel Re:store or Pixel Laser?
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...
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Difference Between Ultra Sound Face Lift and Fraxel Repair Laser Treatment?
I am considering a procedure to tighten the skin on my face and neck and also looking to improve the lines around my eyes and lips. I heard fraxel...
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How Long After Fraxel Restore Can I Get a TCA Chemical Peel?
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...
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Difference Between Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Laser?
I've heard people mention both Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Laser, but what's the difference between the two?
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Fraxel Restore Vs. Portrait Plasma Rhytec Low-level
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...
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What is the Difference Between Fraxel Laser and SmartXide?
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,...
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Fraxel Pain - How Bad is It?
I am a freak when it comes to pain. kind of scared of gettin fraxel! should i be woried
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Fraxel Refine Vs Fraxel Restore for Lip Lines?
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...
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Best Treatment for Brown Spots and Large Pores on Asian Skin?
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...
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Fraxel for Removing Nose Bumps from Acne Scarring?
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...
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Fraxel Laser and Long Term Damage?
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...
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What Caused my Skin to Break out After Fraxel Laser Treatments?
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...
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Is It Common to Get Cold Sores After a Fraxel Treatment?
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...
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Are Broken Capillaries and PIH Permanent Fraxel Side Effects?
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...
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Is Fraxel Safe?
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...
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Does Fraxel Give Good Results for Removing Scar?
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...
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Can Alpha Arbutin Be Used at the Same Time with Hydroquinone?
I am currently using 4% Hydroquinone for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation post laser Fraxel Re:pair, and came across the product Meladerm which...
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How to Speed Up Fraxel Laser Recovery?
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...
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Is Fraxel Refine Effective for Crow's Feet?
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,...
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Can Sciton Laser or Fraxel Laser Burn the Skin?
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...
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Concealing Discoloration from Fraxel Laser Treatment?
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...
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No Signs of Change After Fraxel Laser
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.)...
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Fraxel Laser for Acne Scars on Asian Skin?
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...
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Fraxel for Under Eye Tightening?
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...
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Grid Marks on Forehead After Fraxel Treatment
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....
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Time to Switch from Laser Genesis to Fraxel?
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...
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Exfoliating After Fraxel Laser
I just had my third Fraxel Laser session a week ago. How soon post-procedure can I exfoliate?
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