What is the difference between Fraxel Re:pair and SmartXide Dot C02 laser?

I've used the DOT laser for a number of years with nice results and minimal complications.  For numbing, I typically use topical numbing cream and we blow cold air at the skin during the laser treatment.  Around the mouth I often give local nerve blocks. It's not necessary to use IV sedation. I don't have personal experience with the Fraxel Repair but I believe that it penetrates deeper and requires more pain control with a more intense recovery.Best,Dr. Ort

Technology and advancement in lasers. Now, Fraxel RePair is still a good CO2 laser, I personally don't like it because 1. Tip consumable that needs to be passed to the patient. Tips cost between $200- $300 USD. Totally unnecessary charge 2. Pulse stack or over lap required in normal mode. This means longer recover. Advantage of Fraxel - in R1 /2 mode its a very quick laser to lay down high density CO2. Personally only use this laser for neck - décolletage due to the speed. For face Co2- many other lasers much better than Fraxel. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.