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The first patients to be treated with Fraxel re:pair prototype in the clinical trials are now about 3 years out from their treatments. So the answer to your question is at least 3 years. From our experience in the past 18 years with traditional carbon dioxide lasers, it is thought that the current fractionated carbon dioxide Fraxel repair laser treatment will last from 8 to 10 years. The results will vary from individual to individual, and also will be dependent upon the aggressiveness of the treatment. Although aging does continue, the patients should always look a few years younger than their actual age than they would have if they did not have the treatment. The treatment just tightens the skin and makes you look healthy and rested and younger. A nice aspect of the treatment is that it can be repeated as necessary over the years with additional benefits.So ask me again in ten years for the definitive answer. For now it is at the forefront of non-invasive facial rejuvenation with fractionated CO2 lasers. You will be seeing and hearing about many new lasers in the next few years as laser companies follow Reliant and Lumenis into this leading edge technology.Be well.Dr. P
Once you have resurfaced your skin with Fraxel, the results are immediate and permanent. Your skin will continue to improve over the next six months as it begins to repair itself from the microwounds caused by treatment. The repair process stimulates the production of new collagen, which will further rejuvenate your skin. Although the results from your treatment are permanent, you will continue to age as normal. The rejuvenated look should last anywhere from five to 10 years. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist about repairing your skin with Fraxel.
Fraxel Repair results are immediate and progressive. Right after the treatment, you skin will feel softer, look brighter, and have a nice glow. The following 3-6 months, your skin will continue to improve as the deep layers of your skin continue to heal. The result imparted by Fraxel Re:pair are permanent since it is not reversible. However, the normal aging progression would continue, and often these tend to manifest in 5 years.
I am sorry to hear that your Fraxel treatment did not go as you were hoping. After nine days of the treatment, these kinds of effects should not be happening. My first advice to you is to go see your doctor. Schedule an appointment as soon as possible for he or she will have a better idea as to...
Hello dear! Thanks for the question and provided information as well. When choosing a plastic surgeon, the most important thing to consider is that he or she is board certified, the experience with the procedure you are interested in and that you feel comfortable in his/her hands. I recommend...
Hi TJ, You should see the full benefits of Fraxel repair within 4 to 6 months after your treatment. There is some variation on how individual patients respond even to the same energy and density settings. In my practice I strive to get the best results possible for my patients while maintaining...
