I will be going to Hawaii 2 months after a fraxel treatment. Yes, I will wear sunscreen. However, sunscreen can wear off during the day or while swimming so I want to be 100% safe. And can sun exposure after fraxel seriously harm/discolor my skin?
Answer: Fraxel 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.
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Answer: Fraxel 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.
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September 2, 2015
Answer: Fraxel and Sun Exposure I tell all my patients to avoid direct sun exposure for 2-4 weeks for nonablative and 3-6 months for ablative lasering. You put yourself at risk for scar and pigmentation changes. Best, Dr. Emer.
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September 2, 2015
Answer: Fraxel and Sun Exposure I tell all my patients to avoid direct sun exposure for 2-4 weeks for nonablative and 3-6 months for ablative lasering. You put yourself at risk for scar and pigmentation changes. Best, Dr. Emer.
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August 31, 2015
Answer: How long after having Fraxel is it safe to have sun exposure? Thank you for your question. There are different depths of treatment with this laser that require different amounts of down time from the sun. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeons office for treatment options and aftercare.
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August 31, 2015
Answer: How long after having Fraxel is it safe to have sun exposure? Thank you for your question. There are different depths of treatment with this laser that require different amounts of down time from the sun. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeons office for treatment options and aftercare.
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Answer: Take Precautions on Vacation It's OK to embark
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Answer: Take Precautions on Vacation It's OK to embark
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September 3, 2015
Answer: Fraxel Thank you for your question. I recommend that my patients avoid sun exposure for three months after Fraxel treatment. Even after this time period, a patient can damage the skin because of sun exposure. Please use SP30 or above with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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September 3, 2015
Answer: Fraxel Thank you for your question. I recommend that my patients avoid sun exposure for three months after Fraxel treatment. Even after this time period, a patient can damage the skin because of sun exposure. Please use SP30 or above with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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