Questions about holes and ablative fraxel repair? 3 weeks post op.

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I had fraxel repair done by one of the country's finest dermatological laser surgeons 3 weeks ago at a medium level and I am worried because I have a clear grid pattern and obvious tiny holes over my whole face. I am itchy and still very red and swollen. I had fraxel dual 3 times 8 years ago and remember similar concerns and the skin eventually smoothed over to a beautiful texture. Will someone please explain how these holes will fill in and smooth over and this grid like pattern fade?

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

Fraxel is a laser skin rejuvenation treatment that resurfaces your outer skin, erasing imperfections. It also encourages the production of collagen, a protein found in connective tissue.The result is clearly visible lines, folds and wrinkles. Fraxel laser skin rejuvenation is a non-invasive technique that affects only about 20 percent of the facial skin exposed to it. The most common side effects of Fraxel laser treatment are swelling and skin redness, which should subside within a couple of days. Other temporary side effects may include minor itching, dry skin, peeling or flaking, and a bronzed skin appearance. The risk of infection or scarring is very limited. You should stay out of the sun 2-4 weeks

Misbah Khan MD, FAAD, FACMS · Answer

Im very familiar with this technology. not sure who your doctor is but Im sure they are very well trained in the use of Fractional lasers. my advise to you is to please contact them and see if you need to be further evaluated. I have 4 different kinds of CO2 lasers in my office that i use on my patients. but I have not seen anyone develop a grid pattern (at least not yet) but Im aware of this type of an affect.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

3 weeks is still a very, very early timeframe. 1. Photograph the grids and problem, 2. Re take photos every month. You should notice improvement. At month 6 if grids are still present, 1927 diode or Thullium lasers can help. 90% of grids settle with time and good skin care. All the best, Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

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