Recovery Time with the Fractional CO2 Ablative Laser for Acne Scars, Wrinkles, Resurfacing?

February 24, 2011
Asked By:Angelo Vaddoni in Romania

Dear docs , what is the real downtime and total recovery time after a fractional CO2 (10600 mn)procedure for : Mild acne scars Wrinkles of upper and lower eyelid Skin rejuvenation (improving texture, etc..) I REALLY APRECIATE YOUR WORK ON THIS SITE. THANKS A LOT

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June 11, 2020

Answer: Recovery from Fractional Laser Resurfacing

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May 23, 2024

Answer: Depending on the intensity of the laser, downtime can be from a couple days to a week.

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May 23, 2024

Answer: Depending on the intensity of the laser, downtime can be from a couple days to a week.

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January 27, 2021

Answer: How to plan for downtime after a laser treatment

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William Groff, DOBoard Certified Dermatologist
January 27, 2021

Answer: How to plan for downtime after a laser treatment

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Answer: Recovery after CO2

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