Would Fraxel Repair help problem with skin texture? (Photos)

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Hey I had around 8 fraxel Dual Sessions and it did help a bit. There is still a bit of Texture and scarring and wanted to ask if fraxel repair would help too. I heard it brings More Effect with just one Treatment

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser.  Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.  
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Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Fraxel Repair is a CO2 laser treatment that can be more effective for deeper skin issues compared to Fraxel Dual, which primarily targets superficial concerns. Given that you've already undergone eight sessions of Fraxel Dual with some improvement, Fraxel Repair might indeed provide additional benefits for texture and scarring.

Fraxel Repair works by penetrating deeper layers of the skin, promoting more significant collagen remodeling and skin tightening. This often results in more noticeable improvements with fewer treatments. However, it's important to consider that Fraxel Repair typically involves more downtime and potential side effects compared to Fraxel Dual.

Before proceeding, I recommend consulting with a board-certified dermatologist or a plastic surgeon who specializes in laser treatments. They can evaluate your skin condition and determine whether Fraxel Repair is the best option for your specific needs. They can also discuss the expected results, recovery time, and any risks involved.

Remember, individual results can vary, and a professional assessment will provide the most personalized and effective treatment plan.

Would Fraxel Repair help problem with skin texture? (Photos)

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