How Do I Find the Best Fraxel Doctor?

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Latest answer by Laurie Jacobson, MD
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seeking a great fraxel laser doctor. what should i look for?

7 answers to How Do I Find the Best Fraxel Doctor?

Fraxel, Schmaxel, or Steve Trachsel?

Fraxel laser was the first fractionated laser treatment, debuting about five years ago. Since that time, many laser companies have jumped on the technology bandwagon and come out with their version of fractionated laser skin rejuvenation. There is Pixel, and other fractionated laser technologies. There are also IPL lasers that some unscrupulous practitioners may treat unsuspecting patients with, saying that they are getting "Fraxel" treatment. Reliant Technologies web site has... more

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Fraxel doctor choice

Find out who is doing the Fraxel procedure--you want to be sure that your doctor will be providing it rather than someone who happens to work at the office as an aesthetician. It's also worth finding out how long they have had the laser and how much experience with lasers the provider has had. The Fraxel was developed by a group of dermatologists--just as it makes sense that you have your GI doctor do your colonoscopy, the Fraxel is best utilized by those doctors who have had advanced... more

Laurie Jacobson, MD
Seattle Dermatologist

How to find a great Los Angeles Fraxel physician

All of the comments from the panel are good, and we would recommend word of mouth as the most reliable way to find a great practitioner. With that said, we find that before and after pictures are a great indicator of the potential quality of the physician, especially if the person who referred you did not undergo the same treatment or for the same condition. Practitioners that have strong before and after pictures (their own, not the small ones from the manufacturer's) that indicate good... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

What to look for in a Laser Doctor

Look for a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who will take time to review not just the positives but also potential complications and premptive steps that will be taken to minimize them. Do you homework and learn about benefits and limitations of Fraxel vs. Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing. Ideally, your laser surgeon should have performed at least 50 cases of your skin type.

William Ting, MD
Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon

How to pick a Fraxel physician

When choosing a physician for any procedure, you have to do your research. Get recommendations from your primary care physician. Talk to friends and family members and get referrals from them. Make sure that the physician you choose is board certified. When you go in for a consultation, you should feel comfortable with the physician, the office, and the staff. The doctor should take the time to listen to your questions and concerns, and understand what your goals are. You should be... more

Jordana Gilman, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon

Find the best Fraxel doctor by doing your research

Finding the best Fraxel doctor is the same as finding the best doctor for any procedure. Do your research! Ask your friends and your other physicians. Do a google search. Google the doctors you have narrowed your search down to. Check them out with the medical board to make sure they don't have citations against them. Once you know you have a good, safe doctor then call their office and start asking questions. How long have they had the laser? How many treatments has the office done?... more

Lorrie Klein, MD
Laguna Niguel Dermatologic Surgeon

www.ocdermatology.com

Finding a great Fraxel Doctor

Finding a great Fraxel doctor means finding a great doctor. By that, I mean that a great Fraxel doctor needs to understand the skin, lasers and how they interact. A great doctor will try to listent to what the patients want and help them decide if the Fraxel can accomplish their goals. The Fraxel laser is a great device but the outcomes depend on the energy settings used and this requires the physician to decide how thick the person's skin is, what their pigment can tolerate and what their... more

Kenneth Beer, MD
Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

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