It's 4 days after my first restore procedure. I can't avoid shaving now that I'm back at work, but what can I do - in the way of moisturizing and how I shave - to minimize the rawness and bumps/whiteheads around my mouth (where my beard is thickest) that I get from shaving?
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July 28, 2015
Answer: Shave carefully after Fraxel
Lorrie Klein, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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.
Any laser can cause permanent scarring if the laser settings were not set properly or if the patient’s skin type is not right for this treatment. Or, if post-operative care is not proper it can cause scarring. It’s always important to have these treatments under the observation of an...
Our practice has had the Fraxel laser since its inception and was one of the first three practices in NYC to acquire it about 7 years ago. We have treated many different types of scars with the Fraxel such as: hypertrophic (raised), spread, hypopigmented (lighter), indented, creased,...
