Large pores. Is Fraxel Repair the best option to reduce pore size?

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I was told by Dr Ann Farrell of Tunbridge Wells that the best thing for me was Fraxel repair at a cost of £3500 per session. There are dangers with this procedure which were not explained to me. Is it ,in your opinion, the best option to reduce pore size?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser.  Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.  
Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

I really depends on your pore size, extent and expectations. I do use Fraxel RePair, Fraxel 1927, INFINI, erbium laser, and CO2 laser to treat pore size. Each device has their own application in the context of pore size reduction. The only person who can tell you what is best, is the one who examines you, and comes up with a treatment protocol that suits you. In your situation, Re:Pair maybe your best option.

All the best,

Dr Davin Lim

Laser, surgical and aesthetic dermatologist

Brisbane, Australia

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