Fractional ablative vs fully ablative - which treatment provides a greater difference in the skin?

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to discuss the best treatment options for your type of skin. .

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

The factors that determine the amount of energy that you receive are the amount of skin damage (sun, aging, acne scars) and the amount of recovery time that you can allow. Fully ablative treatment requires up to a month of recovery. A fractional treatment can result in a 2-week recovery. We have very fine control over the parameters of energy and surface area. Go on some consultations with doctors who regularly perform CO2 laser resurfacing. In your case, perhaps you don't need a fully ablative treatment. Some of my patients need a quick recovery so I will use less energy and they will return for another short recovery treatment in 3-6 months.