There has been some investigation in this regard. There is no evidence that there is a time frame post filler that laser should be avoided. If you have a choice, you can elect to do the lasers first and then the fillers.
Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis after Juvederm?
How long after Juvederm injections should I wait before having Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis?
3 answers to “Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis after...”
A: Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis after Juvederm?
Hi Lin, There have not been any studies that I know of that measures the effect of Fraxel re:pair/ re:store laser or Laser Genesis on skin recently injected with Juvederm. Ideally when patients are going to have both filler and laser, the laser is preferably done first, followed by the... more
A: Fraxel Laser or Laser Genesis after Juvederm
2 weeks. Any injections with fillers cause mild trauma to the skin. The skin heals itself over a periof of 1 to 3 weeks. This happens at the cellular level and you might not see any changes on the surface. If you do any kind of laser during this time, that is like adding insult to injury. It can increase the... more
Comments
IMPORTANT: As noted in our Terms of Service, the information found on RealSelf.com, including that provided by professionals in the Questions & Answers area, is a general educational aid. The Questions and Answers contain opinions and views created by community members. RealSelf.com is not responsible for the accuracy of any information posted by community members. Do not rely on this information as a substitute for personal medical or healthcare advice, or for diagnosis or treatment purposes.
465 posts
15 Jun 2009
I would encourage you to wait.... They have done a few limited studies that say it doesn't change the composition of the filler. I don't care about the filler but my face.. The Fraxel and some other lasers are attracted to water It’s the target so to speak..Restylane HA's ect hold 1000 times their weight in water....Others are attracted to pigment..IPL ect I had complications from one Restore laser that seems much worse in the areas I had the filler 4 months earlier....under the eyes and nasal fold... I would not do it....I questioned this before I had the procedure.. I was told they double checked with Fraxel and where told it was 100 % safe.... If you do move forward at a minimum please ask them to go light over areas injected in the last year... These studies are small and you should know who did them and if they have a financial interest usually not disclosed to patients... For example Dr. Geronimo’s website says his office performed the trials that were critical in the FDA approval of Fraxel. While failing to mention he is an Equity partner in the company…What?? How this is legal escapes common sense …Disclosure of financial interest is imperative I'm not a doctor and have no financial interest but sharing my personal experience.. Good Luck in your decision and make sure you select a doctor who has done 100's of these...Ask how many.. Ask for any disclosures you will be asked to sign on the day of the procedure at your consultation so you can review them at home in case you have questions and percentages ect...