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Michael Persky, M.D. answers: What should I do to prepare for Fraxel treatment?

pre-fraxel, what's needed to get ready?


Michael A. Persky, MD
18 months ago
By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Before Fraxel re:pair, you need to:

  • Not tan for two weeks
  • Stay off of all exfoliating treatments
  • Take Valtrex, an antibiotic, and a topical steroid cream beginning the day before your treatment

Good luck.

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