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I will be going for my first Fraxel Treatment, I...
I will be going for my first Fraxel Treatment, I believe it is the Fraxel Restore as it is listed as a non-ablative. I have had some issues with pre-cancerous sun damage spots and have numerous spots on my legs, arms and back, plus some on my face. The doctor froze the spots on my arms, legs and back but it leaves scabs for weeks and I don't want scabs on my face. While discussing options, the fraxel laser was the quickest recovery time but also expensive and would not be covered by my insurance. I had a vacation from work coming up so I chose to go with the fraxel laser as I should be fully recovered by the time I have to go back to work. I also asked about cosmetic issues such as my large pores, under eye bags, and drooping skin on the sides of my mouth and I was told the laser would help all of these issues. So, since the laser should take care of the sun damage, it will give me the added bonus of all of these other cosmetic issues! :) I will try to take pics and let you know my experience...very nervous today and looking forward to getting it over with.
Day of Fraxel
Had the Fraxel done this morning...actually fell asleep after she applied the numbing cream and I took the valium and Tylenol with codeine and waited for everything to kick in. I was very relaxed and really had no issues with the procedure except when she did around the eyes...that was a bit painful. It is now 4 hours after I let the office and I washed my face for the first time, which caused it to start burning. I applied the cream and Vaseline she gave me but it is still burning so I might take some more pain meds if it gets any worse. I really have very little redness and swelling at this point. My face does feel very tight and rough to the touch. Took pics and will upload here, not much difference than yesterday's pics...hopefully I won't have much redness and swelling. :) I am also taking the Bromelain with Quercetin which is supposed to help swelling.
Day After
Today my face is pretty swollen despite trying to keep that from happening. No need for pain meds although I am such a lightweight, I am so sleepy still from the meds yesterday. Keeping my face clean with CeraVu cleanser, Peroxide/Water solution, and keeping it moist with Biafine and Vaseline. Taking it easy still, playing on the computer and watching TV. :) Uploading pictures from today.