I would like to know a good time line where I don't have to wait too long to restore myself to what I was. hormones in pregnancy have taken such a toll on me and undone some previous roaccutane treatment and laser treatment also. How long to wait and which one should come first? Fraxel or Roaccutane ? Im looking for a major recovery and a very permanent one. I don't plan on being pregnant again either.
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Fraxel is a brand of lasers which are all CO2 based. The Fraxel Dual is gentler and used for pigmentation and acne scars. The Fraxel Restore is a much more aggressive version of the CO2 laser. Please consult a board certified dermatologist with experience in lasers and Fraxel for the best co...
I love both the Fraxel and Thermage Lasers. They are two of my favorite lasers when used in combination for non-surgical skin rejuvenation. I always suggest doing Thermage before Fraxel so that the Fraxel can be performed the following week. If you have already had Fraxel, generally I wait t...
Fraxel is a great procedure but the company advises you to stop Accutane one year before the laser. If you are taking mega-doses of Vitamin A I would advise you to stop that as well before the procedure. A normal multivitamin or the daily recommended dosage of Vitamin A is not a problem with F...
