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Will Fraxel Re:pair Significantly Tighten my Neck?

I had a Cool-Lipo procedure on my neck 3 months ago. While there is definitely less volume, I'm left with very lose skin. (I'm 54) It was suggested to me that I may want to have the Fraxel re:pair treatment.

In your opinion, does it produce significant tightening or will I be spending my hard earned money on something that won't give me desired results? I can't afford a neck lift. Thanks.

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Sadee in Davis, CA
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Fraxel Repair effectiveness for neck tightening

Will Fraxel Repair tighten very loose neck skin? The short answer to your question is no -- and here is why. If you recognize how the skin becomes loose and how CO2 lasers affect the skin, it's easier to understand why most lasers can't duplicate surgery. Or at least why they can't provide the same level of effects. Skin loses elasticity with age and exposure to sunlight. That's simply a given. This loose skin no longer "hugs" the framework of support tissues and sags. Fat... more

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