Can Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing Cause New Wrinkles?

It is very unlikely that fractional lasers will cause new wrinkles especially so early in your healing phase.  Usually you are swollen the first week and it actually "masks" existing wrinkles. The key now is to promote healing by topical moisturization/lubrication.  Usually 2-4 weeks after the laser, the face appears shiny because it's more even and it reflects the light better like a mirror, provided that the redness has faded almost completely.

In some patients, wrinkles do actually look worse initially after treatment due to edema (swelling) of the skin as a result of the laser treatment. This swelling can cause the "mountains" of the wrinkles to look worse than they did before the laser. Over time, this edema should resolve and the skin will tighten as new collagen is formed.Patience is key.All the best,

You can relax. Fractional laser won't give you new wrinkles. We all see more wrinkles with dry skin and any laser treatment uses high heat which tends to dry out the skin for a short time. Your  body will equalize the cell hydration shortly.

In the meantime, using a simple moisture cream will help - either one provided by your physician or approved -  something without fragrance or any irritating ingredients. Many physicians suggest aquaphor - but get your own doctor's advice.

Fractional CO2 laser takes longer to heal than the non CO2 lasers. But within a week with the erbium fractional lasers most everyone feels their skin is normally hydrated.

(Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol and caffeine to help restore that hydration you're missing!)