How long should it take for my skin to return to its normal texture after Fraxel? (photos)

October 14, 2015
Asked By:Nowakh in Connecticut, CT

I had a second round of Fraxel for my acne scars and after 9 days my cheeks have a rough, bumpy very unsightly texture to them. I hadn't had this problem the first time I had Fraxel. This rough texture is only on my cheeks (the doctor did turn the laser up for this area since scarring was the worst here). I have a few breakouts on my jawline (a side effect I also had after the first treatment) but the texture is more concerning to me. Is this normal? Will my skin ever return to normal?!

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November 11, 2015

Answer: Results from Fraxel take some time to become visible.

Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACSBoard Certified General Surgeon
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November 11, 2015

Answer: Results from Fraxel take some time to become visible.

Anh-Tuan Truong, MD, FACSBoard Certified General Surgeon
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November 12, 2015

Answer: Give It 2 Weeks for Recovery

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November 12, 2015

Answer: Give It 2 Weeks for Recovery

October 29, 2015

Answer: Recovery after Fraxel

October 29, 2015

Answer: Recovery after Fraxel

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Answer: Fraxel and Treating Acne Scars and Post op Period

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