I had a consult with a dermatologist about Fraxel Laser treatments. She said that I would not see any results until after the second treatment. Do you agree with this statement. I wonder if she doesn't plan to go deep enough the first time. Thanks in advance.
March 6, 2017
Answer: That is correct information The doctor is giving you accurate info and you should be reassured that you have someone who is honest and knows what they are doing. Fraxel technology intentionally treats only 15% or so of the skin surface area at a time. That is why the down time is so minimal but is also why multiple sessions are required to get the endpoint results that are desired. I tell my patients that at least 2 or 3 treatments are needed before you start to see improvement. It also depends what you are treating; pigment goes away faster than deep acne scars do for example. An occasional patient will swear they got improvement right from the first session, but it's unusual.
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March 6, 2017
Answer: That is correct information The doctor is giving you accurate info and you should be reassured that you have someone who is honest and knows what they are doing. Fraxel technology intentionally treats only 15% or so of the skin surface area at a time. That is why the down time is so minimal but is also why multiple sessions are required to get the endpoint results that are desired. I tell my patients that at least 2 or 3 treatments are needed before you start to see improvement. It also depends what you are treating; pigment goes away faster than deep acne scars do for example. An occasional patient will swear they got improvement right from the first session, but it's unusual.
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