How long after 1 Fraxel dual/Clear + Brilliant combo will I have to wait to get a mixto CO2?

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I just received a fraxel dual and clear and brilliant 3 days ago. I am considering doing a mixto fractional instead of continuing with 2 more fraxel/dual. I actually regret not doing the stronger laser first because I want to see noticeable results on my shallow acne scars even if I have to deal with some hyperpigmentation on my type 4 darker tone with retin a and hydroquinone which I have used to pretreat. So far I see no difference. How long will i have to wait now to get a mixto C02.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You can do a co2 laser immediately after fraxel if you wanted but i suggest waiting 2-3 weeks and being on the right skin care prep for the co2.  In my practice we would fraxel you, have you on skin care a week or two, then do a cosmelan peel and facials and wait 2 weeks to then do the co2 and the results will be SO MUCH better.  Dr. Emer.

How long after 1 Fraxel dual/Clear + Brilliant combo will I have to wait to get a mixto CO2?

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