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It can take several weeks for results to settle after laser. Patients that continue to smoke will see less of an outcome. I recommend following up with your Doctor for recommendations for aftercare. We use a specific protocol of exfoliation, hydration, and moisturizing along with protection after laser treatments. PDT therapy can calm any inflammation. I always combine lasers with Microneedling/PRP to get more of an outcome. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Fraxel laser treatment is a wonderful way to rejuvenate the skin around your eyes by smoothing out wrinkles and stimulating the production of healing collagen. If you smoke, it can hinder your results because smoking degrades your skin. Normally, you can start to see tighter and healthier looking skin about three to six weeks after Fraxel. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who’s an expert at skin resurfacing and rejuvenation.
Hello and thank you for your question. Results from a Fraxel laser treatment usually occur gradually over the course of three to five treatments. Final results can be seen up to six months after the last treatment. Individuals who smoke will see less improvement because smoking can counteract the treatment. Schedule an in-person consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for more information about the Fraxel laser procedure. Good luck! - Elbert T. Cheng, MD
Our office has many different treatments for acne scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Acne 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...
Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...
The minimal standard of after care should have been discussed. Your wrinkles are less due to swelling. Collagen stimulation takes 2-4 months. Your dark spots should fade in time and flake off within 5-6 days. A diagnosis should have been given regarding your skin condition, as Fraxel can make...
Thank you for your question! I would advise you to have a follow up appointment with your provider. S/he can give you topical medications to help you lighten this spot. Keep using sunscreen with high SPF. Best of luck!
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...
Hello and thank you for your question. If the area where you had your fraxel treatment has already healed completely, you should not encounter any problems having a new tattoo in the same location. Previous Fraxel treatments will not alter future tattoos if you wish to have them. Schedule an...