Does Fraxel Work on Scars?

The answer depends upon the scar. If the scar is flat, red and atrophic (thinned) then Fraxel re:store can provide some improvement. There are other situations when Fraxel may be appropriate, but there are many that it is not. It would be best to consult with a qualified surgeon who can determine which options would be best.

Thank you for your question! Fraxel lasers can treat acne scarring very well. A series of Fraxel treatments can improve acne scars by 50 to 80%.Fraxel will soften and smooth your skin reducing scarring to a noticeable degree. In order to achieve this, I tend to recommend 3-4 treatments to achieve the optimal results. In addition, there is no down time for healing.   Avoid tanning after any laser procedure. Best of luck!

Fraxel 1550 "Restore" is my workhorse for most atrophic and/or discolored scars from acne, surgery, or trauma.  Occasionally I also use the 1927 also, making it a "Dual" treatment. For pitted scars, I pre-treat with TCA cross prior to doing the Fraxel. Acne scars usually need more than one session. Seek out a dermatologist who has experience with this excellent and versitile device.

First question is what type of scar you have.  Keloid scars - large overgrown thick red-brown scars - generally require injections of steroid and/or fluorouracil to soften and flatten before considering fraxel laser therapy.  At that point, some may be fine without laser, some may be helped with VBeam laser therapy and some may improve with Fraxel.  

Acne scars and white thin scars are commonly treated with Fraxel laser, either the Fraxel Repair carbon dioxide laser or Fraxel Dual in erbium mode.   Whichever laser is used, multiple treatments will be necessary usually at 4 - 6 week intervals.  You should start to see improvement about a month after the third treatment and then results will build from there.  Shallow rolling acne scars tend to respond faster than deeper icepick scars.

Another thing to remember about acne or other thin scars is that become more noticeable as your face loses volume.  So correcting volume depletion in your cheeks, temples, chin and jawlines is helpful.

I hope this answer was helpful. Best wishes.

Fraxel lasers can treat acne scarring very well. A series of Fraxel treatments can improve acne scars by 50 to 80%. Fraxel will soften and smooth your skin reducing scarring to a noticeable degree. In order to achieve this, I tend to recommend 3-4 treatments to achieve the optimal results. In addition, there is no down time for healing.   Avoid tanning after any laser procedure.

Fractional ablative laser resurfacing is a great treatment for scars. At our office we use an advanced hybrid fractional laser called the HALO manufactured by Sciton. This state of the art device combines simultaneous fractional ablative laser resurfacing with a full-field erbium laser in a synchronized handpiece. It’s a customizable treatment that precisely targets skin damage, improves tone, texture, fine lines & wrinkles, and reduces pore size along with treating acne scars. The hybrid technology allows us to combine the benefits of fractional and full field ablative laser therapy while dramatically reducing down time and recovery. I would recommend 2-3 treatments to get the best results.

Men and women interested in treating scars at the
dermatologist's office have no shortage of options. While Fraxel is certainly
effective on some types of scars, it's not a "one-size-fits-all"
option. Other considerations that determine which treatment is best for you
include what caused the scar (acne, injury, surgery, or something else), how
old it is, and what your skin type is. I recommend consulting with a
board-certified dermatologist to learn more about the best options for treating
your specific scar. Good luck!

Yes, Fraxel does work on scars. There are
several different types of scars, and Fraxel will help improve most of them to
varying degrees.There are also many
other therapies that can be tailored to your particular type of scar. See your
physician about what treatments would be best for you.

Thank you for your question. Fraxel treatment eliminates irregular skin discoloration, and stimulates new collagen production, tightening the skin without prolonged recovery. After a series of 2 to 4 Fraxel treatments, the cumulative cosmetic improvement is near more aggressive lasers, but unlike more aggressive lasers, redness and swelling eliminated within 2 to 4 days after each treatment. Fraxel is outstanding for fine wrinkles, mild skin laxity, irregular pigmentation, acne scars, surgical scars, enlarged pores, stretch marks, age spots and Rosacea. It can be used safely on the face, neck, hands, arms, and chest.

Fraxel is very effective for many types of scarring. It can be used effectively for the revision of surgical scars. Scars that don’t look the way you hoped can be revised and improved upon with a series of Fraxel treatments. This can be done on any part of the body.The Fraxel laser produces numerous microscopic laser columns that penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate your skin’s own healing process. The damaged skin is then replaced with collagen produced by your own body. The result is a smoother, healthier appearing scar.