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Does Fraxel Work on Dark Skin with Melasma?
asked 1 year ago by yaz in nyc
Latest answer by Deason Dunagan, MD
Question viewed 752 times
Tags: melasma
4 answers to Does Fraxel Work on Dark Skin with Melasma?
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Consider Sublative Radiofrequency Treatment for Melasma in Dark Skinned Patients
Hi yaz,
Thought that you were in Boston, not NYC.
The best results that I have seen in treating melasma and pigmented lesions in dark skinned patients is with sublative radiofrequency devices, e-matrix being one. There is an increased risk of PIH in darker skinned patients with melasma treated with Fraxel Dual and repair.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
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Fraxel for dark skin with melasma
Fraxel usually will work on darker skin. However, a diligent skin program will need to be completed on a daily basis in order to obtain maximum improvement. In short the laser is an excellent tool but not a magic wand that erases your skin's tendency to form pigment. A good skincare regimen with Fraxel will give the best improvement.
Deason Dunagan, MD
Huntsville Plastic Surgeon
Huntsville Plastic Surgeon
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Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Repair can improve melasma
Patients with melasma have darker skin in the cheeks and often the forehead as well. It is a stubborn condition and may not respond to lightening creams, chemical peels or lasers. In fact, it may worsen with an increase in hyperpigmentaion after these treatments. Fraxel Restore, Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Repair may improve the melasma, but it may recur and could look much darker after the treatments. Lightening creams and sunblocks are important to use in addition to having the laser...
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Fraxel Dual and Fraxel repair can lighten melasma
Fraxel Dual and Fraxel repair can lighten melasma. The darker your skin is, the more risk you will have for possibly darkening your skin as a potential side effect. Pre-treating your skin with hydroquinone and other lightening skin care products before and after your procedure will help reduce this risk.
