Fraxel pain - how bad is it?

Cutera's Pearl Fractional works too well for someone not to have the treatment because of pain anxiety. Patients are prepped with a topical numbing agent for at least 30-45 minutes prior to treatment. Other options are available to further your comfort level as long as you have a driver with you. A Valium or I... more

Fraxel laser treatments aren't usually painful with the proper preparation.  Everyone has different pain tolerence and anxieties.  Topical anesthetic creams applied an hour before treatment are very effective.  The cream should be applied into the hairline and onto the ears.  Pain pills... more

As any laser resurfacing procedure, patients experience some discomfort during the treatment. The pain level depends on the depth and the amount of energy used, as well as individual pain tolerance. To help patients relax during the procedure it is recommended to prescribe some pain medication, such as Valium... more