Fractional CO2 wins this battle

William Groff, DO answers: Profactional vs CO2 Fractional Laser resurfacing?

What is the difference between Profactional Laser resurfacing and CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing?


William Groff, DO
4 months ago

 We have 3 fractional CO2 lasers, one standard CO2 laser and an erbium laser.  Theoretical information is great, but look at the before and afters of both the Fraxel repair and profractional and you will see that the Fraxel repair photos are more impressive and require less treatments.  In fact, the majority of patients require only one treatment with the Fraxel repair.  I have posted photos of patients that I have treated so that you can review for comparison.  Whatever you decide, choose a dermatologist or plastic surgeon that performs the treatment and does lots of cases.  I have not seen any cases of permanent hypopigmentation with Fraxel repair, unless there was an infection or some other complication.  Best, Dr. Groff

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