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Does FRAXEL Dual 1927 Treat Dermal Hyperpigmentation?
asked 5 months ago by mike23
Latest answer by Vivek Bansal, MD
Question viewed 205 times
Tags: candidate, hyperpigmentation, type
I do not want to get the 1550 wavelength, and since I don't have acne scars or wrinkles, I don't see the need. Will the 1927 alone treat dermal hyperpigmentation?
2 answers to Does FRAXEL Dual 1927 Treat Dermal Hyperpigmentation?
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Fraxel Laser
Treating hyperpigmentation with ablative, or semi-ablative lasers/Fractional lasers is controversial. You may improve as some do, or the condition may get worse. There is risk present to get worse. If you are not willing to take the risk, then try chemicals first such as HQ, Kojic Acid, Retin-A.
Vivek Bansal, MD
Danville Plastic Surgeon
Danville Plastic Surgeon
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Fraxel Dual treatment for pigmentation
The Fraxel Dual laser has 2 wavelengths: 1550nm for deeper pigmentation, wrinkles, and acne scars, and 1927nm for more superficial pigmentation, sunspots, rough texture, and milder sun damage. True dermal pigmentation is usually caused by melasma or occurs after trauma to the skin, especially in people who have darker skin or tan easily (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or PIH). This type of pigmentation can be very difficult to treat and, in some cases, can be exacerbated by...
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Nancy Samolitis, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon