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If you are having oozing after Fraxel Restore you definitely want your doctor to check this as it might be a sign of infeciton. However, as you had an indented scar treated, possibly it is a remnant of a cyst that is now secreting its content? If you had Fraxel Repair done, this is more injurious than Fraxel Repair, and the wound will take several days to heal. There is more risk with this procedure than the Fraxel Restore so call your doctor. If the scar was related to prior surgery and you have dissolving stitches, then you might have uncovered the way in which the body enzymatically digests the stitch and creates a fluid. See your doctor for evaluation.
This is not normal. You should see a doctor. The area should be checked for an infection immediately.
Fractional CO2 laser is an excellent tool for skin rejuvenation in our center in Santa Monica. We use the fractional multi-depth ablative approach to help resurface the skin, recontour acne scars, improve incisional plastic surgery scars, and reduce surface irregularities from skin tone to dark...
You can wash, shave and moisturize after your Fraxel laser treatment, just be gentle! There is no reason you need to be overly cautious. If you have whiteheads they may break but that should not be a problem. You might want to give your doctor a call and have him/her prescribe...
Fraxel can last a long time. It really depends on the type of laser that was used. You may consult with a physician first on the different types of lasers.