Can I get fraxel (non-ablative) laser every 2-3 weeks?

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I want to get rid of my hyperpigmentation from acne scars asap, is non-ablative fraxel every 2 weeks too much for the skin?

William Groff, DO · Answer

Even nonablative Fraxel is traumatic for your skin. That’s why the treatment results in the production of more collagen and elastin. You need to let your skin heal and settle down before getting your next treatment. That means at least four to six weeks between each Fraxel session. I understand your impatience to get rid of your acne scars, but you must take care of your skin overall. You might also benefit from other therapies, such as microneedling or peels, to help resolve your scars. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who can offer you a range of effective treatments so that you get the results you want as quickly, beautifully, and safely as possible.

Tina B. West, MD · Answer

I recommend scheduling a series of Fraxel Dual treatments spaced 4 weeks apart.  You really want to give the skin adequate time to heal before undergoing further skin resurfacing treatments.  Best of luck,

William Numa, MD, FACS · Answer

The recommendation is to schedule Fraxel treatments about 5 weeks apart to allow for proper skin healing so the deeper layers of the skin can effectively create new collagen. The results of Fraxel treatments for hyperpigmentation can be immediate (within 7 days of treatment) while the results for acne scarring are more progressive. Acne scarring patients usually require a series of 4 or 6 laser treatments.  And, in general, patients should expect to see their maximum results 4-6 months after the last treatment. Seek treatment by an experienced board-certified facial plastic surgeon, general plastic surgeon, or dermatologist.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A combination approach will give the most improvement to acne scars and hyperpigmentation. These types of scars need a combination of Cosmelan, lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. Co2 is the best laser for scars, but Erbium is a great alternative. It may take a series of treatments and may need some treatments to maintain. We often combine treatments on the same day. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an acne scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

It’s a bit too frequent. You are not giving your skin enough time to heal. Sometimes you can develop hyperpigmentation from using it too often. The best interval is 4 weeks. Fraxel involves 2 - 4 weeks of downtime.

Can I get fraxel (non-ablative) laser every 2-3 weeks?

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Answer: Improving Acne scars with lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, subcision, fillers

Answer: Improving Acne scars with lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, subcision, fillers

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Can I get fraxel (non-ablative) laser every 2-3 weeks?

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Answer: Improving Acne scars with lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, subcision, fillers

Answer: Improving Acne scars with lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, subcision, fillers

Answer: Fraxel Laser

Answer: Fraxel Laser

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