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Can Fraxel Laser Fix Hyperpigmentation Caused by Other Laser Treatments?
I have undergone 6 sessions of laser photo facial but the discoloration has gotten worse, became much darker and spread more on my face. My doctor has recommended that I try fraxel, is there still hope after they damaged my skin? If laser photo facial caused more pigmentation,do you think fraxel could repair the damage?
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Ilocana in Madison, al, usa
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Pigmentation fixed by Fraxel
The answer to your question depends on the original type of pigmentation that you have. In general, though, I do not use the Fraxel-restore laser to treat hyperpigmenation of any kind. I use the Fraxel-restore to treat acne scars and the effects of sun damage. It will help a bit with the pigment that comes from sun damage. And I believe that it is FDA-approved for the treatment of melasma (another type of pigment), but I find the results are inconsistent for melasma and that even with...
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