I had Fraxel done for melasma yesterday. When I woke up this morning, there was a clear grid pattern all over my face. I have done Clear + Brilliant in the past and there was never a grid, just an even darkness. Is this normal for Fraxel?
Answer: Day 1 after Fraxel Good morning.Given that this is a Fractional laser technology it is not uncommon to see a mesh like pattern early on after your treatment. It is a reflection of how the energy was delivered.You will see over the next 3-7 days as the dry skin sloughs that the underlying tissues will have responded more evenly.As always, get back in touch with your treatment team to let them know of your concerns. Follow their instructions.All the best and here's to a terrific result!Dr Nodwell
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Answer: Day 1 after Fraxel Good morning.Given that this is a Fractional laser technology it is not uncommon to see a mesh like pattern early on after your treatment. It is a reflection of how the energy was delivered.You will see over the next 3-7 days as the dry skin sloughs that the underlying tissues will have responded more evenly.As always, get back in touch with your treatment team to let them know of your concerns. Follow their instructions.All the best and here's to a terrific result!Dr Nodwell
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Grid Pattern After Fraxel Treatments For Melasma I suggest speaking to your physician. If you have DUAL 1927nm it could be possible you have grid pattern on the face if there wasn't consistency in the number of passes. I suggest you speak to your physician. It is normal to have "darkening" over the next few days and then the skin will shed and clear. Please ensure the proper skin care at this point and in the future, see a very well trained laser dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer.
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Grid Pattern After Fraxel Treatments For Melasma I suggest speaking to your physician. If you have DUAL 1927nm it could be possible you have grid pattern on the face if there wasn't consistency in the number of passes. I suggest you speak to your physician. It is normal to have "darkening" over the next few days and then the skin will shed and clear. Please ensure the proper skin care at this point and in the future, see a very well trained laser dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer.
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Answer: Fraxel and pattern from Laser One day after the procedure you may see the grip like pattern from the laser. This should turn brown and flake off over the next few days. If you have any concerns please return to your treating physician for examination. Best, Dr. Green
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Answer: Fraxel and pattern from Laser One day after the procedure you may see the grip like pattern from the laser. This should turn brown and flake off over the next few days. If you have any concerns please return to your treating physician for examination. Best, Dr. Green
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October 6, 2015
Answer: Grid pattern on face after Fraxel Dear MelasmaSucks,
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October 6, 2015
Answer: Grid pattern on face after Fraxel Dear MelasmaSucks,
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Early days Grinding can be seen with all fractional lasers, good news is that it is only day one- somewhat normal. Your Physician would have given you their recommended post laser care, including the use of washes, barrier creams, antibiotics (if needed) etc...I suggest you follow their instructions and give them a call should you have any concerns regarding after care- everyone has their own particular method. All the bestDr Davin LimLaser Dermatologist
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Early days Grinding can be seen with all fractional lasers, good news is that it is only day one- somewhat normal. Your Physician would have given you their recommended post laser care, including the use of washes, barrier creams, antibiotics (if needed) etc...I suggest you follow their instructions and give them a call should you have any concerns regarding after care- everyone has their own particular method. All the bestDr Davin LimLaser Dermatologist
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