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Sunburn after Fraxel Restore. Am I going to get more hyperpigmentation?

Em2807Jul 28, 2015
I received a fraxel restore treatment 2 weeks ago and despite my efforts, (sunscreen every 2 hours and a wide brimmed hat) I got sunburnt on my face. I have very pale skin and I am extremely worried about the long term effects of the burn. Am I going to get more hyper pigmentation?

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Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended

Agree that gentle fractional lasers in the 1927 wavelength is best. Either the Fraxel 1927 or its mini version of Clear and Brilliant. I think a formal consult with before and afters will give us a better idea. All the best, Dr Davin S. Lim, Brisbane. Australia. 

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Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended

I often use Fraxel laser to help diminish pore sizing as it stimulates collagen ( my regime is a high density 1927, with little 1550).  Depending on your skin quality, 2-3 treatments maybe needed. If you could post the before and after photos, this will give us an indication of the pore sizing ...

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Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended

I often tell patients one can expect redness to last up to 3-6 months, especially around the eye area. If redness does not settle say at week 6-8 I give them the option for V Beam laser to reduce the redness. See video on the healing process of CO2. (see Web Reference)CheersDr Davin Lim Laser a...

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