I had Fraxel laser therapy for 2 scars above my lips and also down around my frown lines. I went 4 times 6 weeks apart and then returned once after a 1 year break. When I returned the clinician set the settings to the level I of my last visit, even though I had progressed to that level.I now feel like she burned my face (I still have redness) and made my frown lines more pronounced and deeper. Could this be possible?
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February 20, 2010
Answer: Fraxel treatment is effective for wrinkles at rest
Fraxel laser is not the best treatment option for syringomas.
In the Los Angeles area, I treat syringomas with a combination of hyfrecation and fractional co2 laser.
Fraxel lasers and chemical peels can cause unwanted discloration and pigmentation if not performed conservatively.
After melasma laser or chemical peels; the following protocol is advised:
Elevase Moisture Booster: Twice daily application of Elevase Moisture Booster to help hydrate chapped, ...
Treating men's face or neck with the Fraxel Resore is very safe
We have also performed this procedure on mens face and have not seen any damage to the hair.