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How Many Fraxel Laser Treatments Before Results Can Show?
asked 3 years ago by cyndan in ma
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
Question viewed 1,350 times
Tags: frequency, results
I had a consult with a dermatologist about Fraxel Laser treatments. She said that I would not see any results until after the second treatment. Do you agree with this statement. I wonder if she doesn't plan to go deep enough the first time. Thanks in advance.
4 answers to How Many Fraxel Laser Treatments Before Results Can Show?
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Your doctor is correct
Fraxel works by stimulating your body to make more of its own collagen. This takes a while. I definitely agree with your doctor’s statement. Be patient, it’s a great treatment! Every patient is different, and fine lines and brown spots respond differently than acne scarring. Multiple sessions usually do involve higher energies after the first one or two treatments to be sure that you don’t respond in an unusual manner.
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That is correct information
The doctor is giving you accurate info and you should be reassured that you have someone who is honest and knows what they are doing. Fraxel technology intentionally treats only 15% or so of the skin surface area at a time. That is why the down time is so minimal but is also why multiple sessions are required to get the endpoint results that are desired.
I tell my patients that at least 2 or 3 treatments are needed before you start to see improvement. It also depends what you are treating;...
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Results noticeable after 2 Fraxel Re:store treatments
Hi Cy,
Usually it takes 2-3 treatments with Fraxel re:store to see noticeable results. I agree with your dermatologist. Good luck and enjoy your refreshed skin.
Dr. P
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Noticeable changes usually show after 4-6 treatments
Since Fraxel is used for a variety of conditions including acne scars, enlarged pores, melasma or pigmentation, sun damaged skin and wrinkles, it really depends on what conditions are being treated.
The depth of treatment desired determines what the settings are especially with respect to the joules. For example, pigmentation is a more superficial process, therefore, lower joules are used. Acne scarring is a deeper process involving the collagen and requires higher joules to penetrate to...
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Brenda Dintiman, MD
Fairfax Dermatologic Surgeon
Fairfax Dermatologic Surgeon