Extreme pain with Fraxel Restore: would a topical lidocaine be better?

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I had fraxel restore...it was so painful! My doc injected lidocaine, but it didn't feel as though it was enough. Would a topical lidocaine and injected be better?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest the proper skin care and PRP at this time to help you heal.  Also at home LED would be very useful. Best, Dr. Emer.

Michelle Ellern, DO · Answer

I would speak to your treating physician.  Injection of lidocaine should provide better pain control than topical.  You can always try topical to see how you do with it. We normally use topically numbing for fraxel restore and leave it on for an hour. Good luck with your continued treatment.

Ray Bayati, MD · Answer

Hello,We routinely apply BLT (topical) over the area for Fraxel Laser. It works quite well.With little adjustments in the setting, normally the patient tolerates it well.All the best  -- see an expertRay Bayati MDSacramento Area, California

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