Fraxel was the first fractionated laser to come onto the market and has remained among the leaders in this technology. In my opion, Fraxel Re:pair, a CO2 fractionated laser and the Deep FX from Ultrapulse are the two leaders in this technology. The treatments will cost more but are well worth it. I have seen... more
CO2 Pixel Laser the same as Fraxel?
The derm clinic I've gone to (I live overseas) says the CO2 Pixel laser is the laser they use...but I'm a little confused. Is it the same as Fraxel?
2 answers to “CO2 Pixel Laser the same as Fraxel?”
A: The similarity is they both are fractional CO2 lasers
The Fraxel re:pair and the Ultrapulse (Active and Deep FX) are the 2 premier fractional CO2 lasers in my opinion. They have the most clinical data and research behind them. The technology behind the Fraxel re:pair is very complex with several unique features (they have patents) in their handpiece. The... more
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