How long does it take to recover from Fractional Laser?

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hi doctor,i have done fractional lazer on this friday and today is 3rd day after the treatment.The depth of fractional lazer wase only 2 i think so.until now i have redness and few red dots lines on my face.And my face is dry my doctor advice me to use bactroban ointment at night and sun block spf 60 at day.I want to ask you how much time it take to recover all these .And vaseline or bactroban ointment which is better?looking forward for your answer.Thanks

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Sonia Badreshia-Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. That needs an antibiotic, then use Bactroban ointment.  Definitely, use SPF 30 with zinc daily. I hope this helps!

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Fractional LASER treatment recovery depends on the following factors:Type of LASER- C02, erbium, Nd:YAG or combination Depth of Treatment- The more penetrating the LASER the longer the recoveryIndividual Healing Characteristics- Our personal physiology will dictate how fast we recover.  Ensure proper nutrition and health prior to treatmentPostoperative Care-  Specific topicals will ensure a faster recovery than standard aquaphorAdherence to Instructions- Avoidance of sun, applying topical creams and overall care afterwards can influence your recovery.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Recovery time varies widely according to each patient and the strength of the treatment.  Follow your doctor's instructions.

To be sure, return to see your doctor or see two or more licensed
and board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make
sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have these
treatments.

I hope this helps.

Renita (Lourdhurajan) Rajan, MD, DNB · Answer

The downtime after a fractional laser treatment ranges from 5 days to 2 weeks in Indian skin in my experience. Please continue the instructions as given by your doctor. Make sure to protect your skin from the sun as best as possible.Good luck!

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