Hypopigmentation after 6 Fraxel Treatments: Was this caused by Fraxel? (photos)

September 19, 2014
Asked By:msandiego in San Diego, CA

I wanted to reach out because I have noticed a trail of white dots along my forehead and down my hairline since receiving 6 fraxel treatments. I've never noticed these spots prior to laser treatments and I'm not sure how this happened? When confronting the Dr. (not dermatologist), she said it's not actually hypopigmentation, but rather my true skin tone since the fraxel targeted/removed the hyperpigmentation . I'm very worried about the damage to my skin and wanted to get a second opinion.

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February 10, 2016

Answer: Hypopigmentation treatment

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Answer: Hypopigmentation treatment

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September 21, 2014

Answer: There are three types of Fraxel Lasers: Fraxel Repair, Fraxel Restore 1550 and 1927. Hypopigmentation is possible.

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September 21, 2014

Answer: There are three types of Fraxel Lasers: Fraxel Repair, Fraxel Restore 1550 and 1927. Hypopigmentation is possible.

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September 22, 2014

Answer: Hypopigmented spots on the skin and Fraxel

September 22, 2014

Answer: Hypopigmented spots on the skin and Fraxel

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Answer: Fraxel and hypopigmentation

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