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“10 Days Post-Thermafrax”

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Updated 6 Jan 2010
Posted 31 Dec 2009
Not Worth It
Spent: $2,000 in Iowa

I am 10 days post thermafrax and am having severe problems.

Before they did the fraxel treatment - they "needled" fine lines on my face saying that it works sooo much better. Now I have HUGE indentations / craters on my face. The impressions in my skin resemble severe acne scarring, which I didn't have prior to this treatment. There are a few fairly large / not uniform in shape that are still scabbed, even though I have kept them covered with ointment since the procedure.

Mistake to trust the provider? Please help! If anyone has any advice or guidance I would sincerely appreciate it.

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My Doctor: Name not provided

Horrible results
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smalleyes (12 posts) 15 Jun 2010
Hi, This is my first post here. I AM FREAKING OUT about the mess the laser has made of the areas underneath my eyes! I now have droopy lower lids and third degree burns on my face. I am using Vaseline. I am ready to sue. Good luck
smalleyes (12 posts) 5 Jul 2010
I'm laughing at myself because I WWWWAAAAYYYYY over reacted. It's still pretty tender underneath the eyes, but it does heal rather nicely.

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