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Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD answers: What are potential Fraxel laser treatment side effects?

What are potential Fraxel laser treatment side effects?


Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD
6 months ago
By Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

The most common side effects include swelling, redness, bronzing, crusting and peeling. Post-inflammatory hyper pigmentation can occur for darker skin types and it can be improved with the help with some Hydroquinone, or bleaching cream. Applying sunscreen with a stronger SPF after the procedure will prevent from sun damage and skin irritation.

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