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FraxelRepair is an ablative Co2 laser, which means the laser will cause a wound.There is generally redness, oozing, swelling and scabbing immediately postFraxel Co2. In my office I let my patients know that they can have majordowntime for 5-10 days post Fraxel Repair.After 1 weekpatients can generally go back to their regular skincare and makeup regimen,but there can be residual redness on the skin that can last 3-4 weeks. It is important to consultwith a Board Certified Dermatologist with plenty of experience using the FraxelRepair to see if this treatment is appropriate for you.
For most patients the redness after Fraxel repair should be resolved in three weeks. The redness also depends on the setting used and the nature of an individual's skin. For the best results please find a board certified dermatologist with a great deal of experience with Fraxel.
Fraxel generally works very well on pigmentation from the sun. A photo would be helpful to evaluate your skin type and coloring. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation may not respond well to the Fraxel with your skin type. I would recommend chemical peels or the Q-switched Yag for this area. ...
Asian skin is very delicate. I am not sure if your dermatologist was performing Fraxel for your acne scars or for hyperpigmentation. Some dermatologists recommend using hydroquinones immediately after Fraxel is performed. I would consult your treating physician for their specific re...
I have been using the Fraxel Dual for many years and have had wonderful results. I have seen these same patients many years later and their skin is still flawless and beautiful. The most important thing to maintain the wonderful results from Fraxel is sun avoidance and proper sun protection.
I have been an expert at Fraxel for many years and find the laser to be fabulous. There are many doctor's office who tell patients that they are having Fraxel when in fact they are not. They are having a fractionated device which is not Fraxel. Also, some offices have the PA do the pr...
The Fraxel laser is an excellent tool in removing sun damage, brown spots, wrinkles, and fine lines. Many of my patients who are in the process of rejuvenating their skin with Fraxel are also receiving injections of Botox and Restylane. There is no data to support that the Fraxel melts f...
Our office has many different treatments for scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce...
