What is Fraxel laser resurfacing?

I'm interested in learning more about fraxel laser resurfacing. what is fraxel best for treating? thankyou!!

2 answers to “What is Fraxel laser resurfacing?”

A: Fraxel resurfacing

David Goldberg, MD

Fraxel laser resurfacing is one of many techniques that can be used to resurface the skin in a fractional mode. Today’s lasers are much less invasive than the lasers used many years ago. However, there are multiple versions of fractional lasers—even the Fraxel laser itself comes in 2 versions: one... more

A: Fraxel re:pair treats... the appearence of old age

Michael A. Persky, MD

Fraxel re:store is the non-ablative Erbium fractionated laser that has been around for the past 3 years.  It effectively treats sun damaged skin.  Mild to moderate wrinkles, brown pigmented spots, melasma, acne and other scars all respond well to the treatment.  It can be used to treat anywhere... more

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