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Does Fraxel Laser Treatment Tighten Skin?
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...
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Hypo-pigmentation After Fraxel Repair
I am 12 weeks post fraxel repair and still dealing with hyper-pigmentation issues that are slowly getting better. I recently got another opinion from...
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Fraxel Repair Vs Erbium Yag Laser: Downtime and Results
What is the difference between the Fraxel Repair and the Erbuim Yag Laser in terms of results (mainly for fine lines, texture, pores, and scars) and...
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Best Laser Treatment for Ice Pick and Rolling Scars?
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...
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Will Fraxel RePair Help Tighten Loose Neck Skin?
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...
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How Long Does It Take for Skin Redness to Disappear After Fraxel Re:Pair?
Fraxel Repair 2 weeks in, redness not abating as quickly as I'd like. Had this thing done about 2 weeks ago - exactly 2 weeks to the day now - and my...
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Downtime from Fraxel Repair - What to Expect
I am 45 and lately I've been feeling like I just look old so I wanted to try the Fraxel repair to go after some wrinkles, sun damage, et al. ...
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Fraxel Repair Recovery and Healing
How long does Fraxel repair recovery usually last? Can you break down the recovery time for me, like how long til you can be seen in public, wear...
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Pixel Vs. Fraxel Repair - What's the Difference?
What's the difference between Fraxel Repair and Pixel? What are the pros/cons of each laser?
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Will Fraxel Repair Tighten Mid-cheek Creping?
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...
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Extreme Facial Swelling After Fraxel Repair
I had Fraxel Repair done 3 days ago, and now my face is extremely swollen and my eyes are almost shut. Is this normal? If so, how long will it take...
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Fraxel Repair on Surgical Scars?
Can Fraxel Re:pair be used on surgical scars? When (post-surgery) should one begin undergoing the procedure?
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Unhealed Burn After Fraxel Repair
Eight days after my Fraxel Repair procedure, my face has been healing beautifully, except for a 3x3 inch burn on my right jaw. Is this normal? My...
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How Effective is Fraxel Repair for Treating Acne Scars on the Nose Area?
I have some deep acne scars on my nose and i am planning on getting Fraxel Repair for the face. I was wondering if the nose area is harder to treat...
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Difference Between Old CO2 Laser and Fraxel Repair?
I had the CO2 laser done about 12 years ago and am considering trying the Fraxel Repair in an effort to turn back the clock a little. How different...
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When Will I See Fraxel Re:Pair Results for Wrinkles or Scars?
I'm 46-years-old and have had many laser surgeries. I've had CO2, Cooltouch, Thermage, Fraxel ReStore, etc. My acne scars have improved over the...
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Fraxel Repair for Acne Scars?
I've read that the Fraxel Re:pair works wonders on wrinkles, but what about acne scars? I have widespread scarring on my face, however most of it...
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Fraxel Repair for Correcting Wrinkles from Retin-A?
I'm a young female who had a horrible experience with Retin-A. Others tell me it's not possible, but I assure you it is, because it happened...
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Fraxel Repair Effective on Mouth and Chin Wrinkles?
I have wrinkles on my 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...
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Using Fraxel for Stretch Mark Removal
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. ...
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Is Fraxel Re:Pair Safe for Asian Skin?
Hi, I am Chinese and am concerned about having Fraxel re:pair treatment for my acne scars due to pigmentation issues. Has anyone seen good results on...
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Fraxel Repair Settings for Acne Scars
I have several rolling acne scars on my temple & forehead and I have olive skin (between 3 & 4 in the Fitzpatrick scale). My local doctor...
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How Can I Treat Hyperpigmentation After Having a Fraxel Repair Treatment?
What is the best way to treat hyperpigmentation after having a fraxel repair treatment? Hydroquinone creams don't seem to work ! Any help will be...
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Complications from Bacterial Infection Post-Fraxel Repair
Unfortunately, I got a bacterial skin infection three days after Fraxel Repair. I was on the antibiotic, Keflex, but it was resistant to the type of...
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How Long Does It Take to See Full Fraxel Repair Results?
I'm 53 years old and I had an above average amount of wrinkles and sun damage on my face. I had the repair done on June 14th, 08. After healing I...
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Keloid After Fraxel Repair
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...
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Fraxel Re:pair Vs TCA Chemical Peel
I am going to schedule some sort of resurfacing procedure in the next couple of weeks. Fraxel Re:pair looks like a great option. How does it compare...
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Fraxel Re:pair and Fractional CO2 for Acne Scars
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...
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Unsure About Doctor's Fraxel Re:pair Skills
Is it safe to have Fraxel Re:pair done by a board-certified plastic surgeon who has only done it 9 times? I know this doctor is very smart but I'm...
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Will Botox Injections Before Fraxel Repair Produce Better Results?
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...
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Fraxel Repair or Pearl Laser for Aging Skin?
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...
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Fraxel Repair and Restylane Best for Skin Rejuvenation and Hollow Cheeks?
I am 42 years old with sun-damaged skin, and have gone through eczema treatments and steroid creams. I have jowls, fine lines, wrinkles, open pores,...
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Enlarged Pores Became Bigger After Fraxel Repair
I just had Fraxel Re:pair done on Feb. 11th, and 6 days later, I went back to work (my first day at work since the procedure). I am wearing a good...
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Does Fraxel Re:pair to the Neck and Chest Show Lines of Demarcation?
Has anyone done Fraxel re:pair to their neck and chest? If so, are there any lines of demarkation?
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Can Fraxel Repair Be Used After Sculptra?
Can Fraxel Repair be used 6 months post Sculptra injections? I had this on my temple & under eye area for acne scars and would like to know if...
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Fraxel Repair or Lift for the Whole Face and Neck?
I had an endoscopic brow lift in 2004. It still looks great. However, my mouth wrinkles are bad and neck needs a little help! I have some sun damage...
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Putting Aloe Vera After Fraxel Repair to Help the Skin Heal Better?
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...
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Are Lasers Used to Treat Poikiloderma of Civatte?
Can Fraxel Repair be used on Poikiloderma of Civatte?
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Fraxel Repair for Ice Pick Scars on Nose?
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,...
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Normal Fraxel Repair Settings for Acne Scarring?
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....
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Is PIH Following Fraxel Repair Permanent?
I am being treated with 4% hydroquinone for the past 4 months for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following Fraxel Repair. The hydroquinone...
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Fraxel Laser or Repair for Clogged Pores?
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...
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Aquaphor Alternative for Fraxel Repair After Care?
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...
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Can Fraxel Repair Permanently Remove Milia?
Can Fraxel Repair remove milia? If so, will they return eventually?
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Best Makeup and Process for Covering Post-Fraxel Repair Redness?
At the doctor's office they said to use a yellow based foundation as my skin is very fair. On the make-up websites, I see that green...
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Fraxel Repair for Jowls and Neck Tightening?
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...
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Fraxel Re:pair Vs. Deep FX Vs. Matrix RF
I am soon to be 26 and I am trying to figure out what procedure to use for my fine horizontal lines on my forehead, one semi-deep vertical line in...
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Fraxel Repair - My Face is Still Raw After Several Days. What Can I Do?
I had one Fraxel treatment 9 days ago on the upper lip and around the mouth area. It was a very painful procedure to me (I describe it as a fire...
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Spray Tan After Fraxel Repair?
Hi, I'm going in Oct 12 for Fraxel repair laser. I would like to know if redness would likely be present after 2 weeks. If so, would it be okay...
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Fraxel Repair Aftercare
What sort of aftercare regiment do you recommend after Fraxel repair treatment? Are there any particular skin care products I should or shouldn't be...
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Why Multiple Treatments of Fraxel Repair ?
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...
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Fraxel Repair for Furrowed Pores and Fine Lines?
I am a 32 year old female and over the last 3 years, my skin has deteriorated severely. My face is covered in open pores that have stetched into...
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Fraxel Repair While Peeling from Retin-A?
Should I undergo Fraxel Repair if I'm still peeling from Retin-A?
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Will Fraxel Repair Work for Indian Skin?
I am of Indian ethnicity, and suffering from acne scars around the cheek area. I'm wondering, will Fraxel Repair work on my wheatish complexion? Is...
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Total FX or Fraxel Repair Done As a Series of 3 or 4 Treatments Rather Than One?
If Total FX or Fraxel Repair were done 3 times or more for various aging issues (on face, neck and chest) over a period of months, would the results...
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Which Foundation Should I Use After Fraxel Re:pair?
Hi, I have healed up beautifully after fraxel re:pair in September. I have no more redness . I am wanting to know opinions on makeup(foundation)...
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Fraxel Repair or Mixto CO2 for Smoker's Lip Lines?
Hi and thanks for any help. I want to get Laser Resurfacing done on my face. I am 50 and the lines on my upper lip make me look older as I used to...
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Fotofacial and Refirme for Wrinkles, Pores, and Skin Tightening?
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...
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How Effective is Fraxel Repair for Acne Scars?
Honestly, is Fraxel repair really that great? Why don't I see any really happy stories regarding acne scarring with it? Why don't i see photos? Where...
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Wearing Makeup After Fraxel Repair
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...
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Does Fraxel Re:Pair Require More Than One Treatment for Acne Scars?
I have olive skin and I am very prone to hyperpigmentation. I have acne scarring on my T-Zone area. I'm considering Fraxel Re:Pair to treat the...
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Fraxel Repair Results on Smoker's Lines and Upper Eyelid?
I had Fraxel Repair for lines, skin texture, some acne scarring, and skin tightening effects. I was especially hoping to have the smoker's lines...
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Would Fraxel Give Me the Same Results of As a Facelift?
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,...
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Fraxel Re:pair - When Can I Expect the Dark Spots to Dissipate?
I am now four weeks post fraxel re:pair and I have tiny brown pigment spots forming on my cheeks. Is this normal?
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Meladerm Before Fraxel Repair and Restore?
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?...
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Pre-operative Tips to Speed Up Recovery from Fraxel Repair?
From what I've read on this site, doctors sometimes prescribe a special skin care regimen several days before the Fraxel repair treatment to minimize...
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Healing from Fraxel Re:pair
I had Fraxel re:pair done 5 days ago. It's a slow healing. Read my story below and see what advice you can offer me. I had Fraxel re:pair done...
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Post Fraxel Repair Clogged Pores: Blackheads and Whiteheads
I had Fraxel Repair three weeks ago to treat post acne ice-picked scars. My skin was healing well without complications, but now all pores are clogged...
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Who is a Good Candidate for Fraxel Repair?
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...
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Fraxel Repair After Fraxel Restore?
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?
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