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Fraxel Caused Orange Peel Texture
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September 16, 2011
I just want to thank you all for posting on here. I was considering fraxel but because of your stories I won't ever do it!!!! Thank you!!!
November 28, 2011
I am 6 mos out from only one treatment & have pitted scars all over my face from Fraxel.What can be done to repair this?? I emailed my Dr's office with attached photos & awaiting a reply. My girlfriend also had this procedure done along with me the same day & she looks even worse! We will contact an attorney if something isn't done to hopefully repair the damage...
November 28, 2011
I had deep holes in my skin for close to 8 months. Most closed significantly over time. I just really looked at my skin today and I am still seeing improvement at 17 months. I have agressively used Retin A for 7 months. I believe the lower layers are damaged and it takes longer for some to heal. I think the Retin A is helping some but I think time is your best advocate. At 6 months, I was a basketcase. Hang in there, you could still see improvements.
November 18, 2012
FSRB
are you still seeing improvements in your skin? Did the orange peel texture every go away? I'm desperately trying to find a solution at one year out of this nightmare.
November 18, 2012
It has been close to 3 years for me. My skin did improve but it is not back 100% nor can I say I had any improvements. At a year, I would look at Retin A if your skin can handle it. I also had a TCA peel which proved my skin dramatically. It has been almost 3 months ago with no adverse reactions to date. I don't obsess with my skin nearly as much as I did that first year and longer. I hate the hypopigmentation. I had a Derm tell me it looked like I had picked my acne which is not the case since I never had acne. I plan to have more peels but the down time is two weeks....one week of really, really bad. I drive 6 hours to see this Derm but with time and patience, I think my skin should continue to improve. What have you tried?
November 21, 2012
FSRB thank you for your reply. So far all I have tried is a light retinol cream called renova perscribed by a different dermatologist. Of course she shook her head when I pointed out what the laser did to me. I ended up with hyperpigmentation ( wish it was hypo instead). The fat loss, added wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and orange peel texture in the forhead is the worse and I hate going in public because I am so self conscious now. I'm afraid to have any other procedures because I figure with my luck it will only make things worse.
November 21, 2012
Did you contact an atty? Any resolution? I am considering doing the same thing to stop the Dr. from doing this to others. I know he is aware that he's damaging people he even said " I wish I could take away all the mirrors of you people that have the laser done."
November 28, 2011
Thanks for the ray of hope FSRB. I've been using Obagi before & after the procedure & my friend has not & we've both ended up with the same results. Still awaiting a reply from my Dr's office & will post what they have to say. BTW, I would like to post photo's to this thread but don't know how. If anyone would like to see the pitted scarring some describe as orange peel skin,let me know...
January 11, 2012
The more pics the better, I'm so frusterated that doctors blatanly don't tell patients that they won't know their results until 6months to 2 years down the line, and once the bumpy wrinkly crepey scarred texture creeps up, if you call your providers back they'll say it wasn't their device that did this. its all just so evil.
January 31, 2012
I am not sure if you can access this show. I am from Canada and this past week on CTV network W5 (similar to 60 minutes) aired a segment on medical cosmetic lasers. If you go to CTV.ca and find the show "W5" you should be able to stream the show on your computer, look for"Cosmetic Lasers" There is no regulation to operate these devices and even the top Dr. Derm in Toronto admits he has caused skin damage with these machines. I have had my facelift, I am 1 week post op. I have posted here on my board. If you send me your private email, I will send you some pics. Just so you know, after reveiwing your pics....mine are considerably worse. A facelift was my only option and I feel good. I see you are looking into a facelift procedure too. If I can help with anything.....I always answer my email. Peace to you.
January 31, 2012
http://www.ctv.ca/w5/
Here is the link. Thanks for sharing!
It has been 19 months. I have been consulting and getting prepared mentally. I just don't think I could handle anything going wrong. I have been told that I could wait a few years for a facelift. I don't believe I aged 10 years....more like 3-5 years. I would like to have back what I lost. I don't want to look 20 or even 30.
Please keep your review updated. I wish you all the best in your healing!! Thank you for your support.
January 31, 2012
http://www.dermatology.ca/files/CDA-W5-Lasers-Jan-2012-EN.pdf
Kudos to the Canadians!!
Kudos to the Canadians!!
December 19, 2013
Hi, I am very interested in how your results of a face lift are going? I have been Struggling with Orange peel texture from 2 Fractional Co2 lasers for 6 months and am at my wits end trying to find a solution. I would really appreciate any before and after photos? if you dont mind please let me know and i will send you my email address, I look forward to hopefully hearing from you.
December 25, 2013
Melissa May
Please give it a year before seriously considering additional treatments of any kind….especially a facelift. Did you have volume loss? I don't believe a facelift will improve orange peel texture. Have you tried retina a or low grade peels?
December 27, 2013
Thanks for your feedback. i have not tried anything yet as after the last treatment i fell pregnant so have to wait until april or beyond before i consider any treatments as i also need to stay away from retin a when breastfeeding. My issue is orange peel texture and hyperpigmentation. I hope there will be something that helps however looking at your comments it has made me feel more positive about time may heal. Gosh i sure hope so
January 1, 2014
Melissa I just want to say good luck with your baby. I'm breastfeeding at the moment and have read things saying retina A IS ok for breastfeeding, but I understand your reluctance to use it. I just wanted to say that because I know the struggle of trying to keep your baby safe and deal with this mess. If you find anything pregnancy safe that works please let me know and I 'll do the same.
January 2, 2014
Thanks Janey, its a tough decision! I will be sure to update you should i come across anything and if you could keep me updated that would be great. x
January 2, 2014
Janey you could also try Suppliments for collagen rebuilding such as Vit C, Vit E, Lysine and Omega 3 fatty acids. Copper Peptides are also meant to assist in rebuilding collagen. I dont think i can use this when pregnant though so am giving it a miss
UPDATED FROM FSRB
If you are considering Fraxel, please consider the...
FSRBJune 9, 2011
If you are considering Fraxel, please consider the reviews that are over 6 months or longer. It takes 6 months for the collagen to remodel. I too thought my skin looked great in the beginning.
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UPDATED FROM FSRB
My children had spring break last week. Although...
FSRBApril 30, 2011
My children had spring break last week. Although I was very, very careful (lots of sunscreen, Coolibar hat, umbrella and shade) my entire face has hyperpigmented. I am certain I have laser induced melasma. I am a Fitz 1.5 or 2 with no history of melasma.
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May 25, 2011
DON'T DO FRAXEL!
and everyone writing comments about how the damage has happened to them as well, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE write a "Not worth it" review!
It's the least you can do. Just commenting on others' reviews doesn't bring down the percentage rating. I can't believe it's at 55%!!
It's all the positive reviewers who write after only a week. The truth needs to spread.
And since we can't do anything about with the FDA, nor the company, nor with our doctors... the least we can do it to expose the dangers of Fraxel through this website!
and everyone writing comments about how the damage has happened to them as well, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE write a "Not worth it" review!
It's the least you can do. Just commenting on others' reviews doesn't bring down the percentage rating. I can't believe it's at 55%!!
It's all the positive reviewers who write after only a week. The truth needs to spread.
And since we can't do anything about with the FDA, nor the company, nor with our doctors... the least we can do it to expose the dangers of Fraxel through this website!
March 9, 2019
Help me any advice would be great. I had fraxel restore almost 4 months ago. November 21, 2018 worst day of my life. I have no moisture in my face, huge orange peel texture on my upper cheeks, forehead and chin. They are like huge holes. I have lost all my oil production in my face. I don’t even look like myself anymore. My eyes are sunk in, fat loss in my entire face, horrible texture, my face still gets red and aggrivated with anything that touches it. My skin texture is horrible. Any help out there. I have went back to the treating dermatologist 5 times and she deneys that anything is wrong with my face. She told me on the last visit that she will no longer be seeing me.
I have huge pores now and acne looking scaring.
I have huge pores now and acne looking scaring.
I had sunspots and was convinced Fraxel would help! I also now have worse discoloration, texture ETC!!!!!!!!! So mad!