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POSTED UNDER Fractional Laser REVIEWS

46 Yrs Old Super Busy Entrepreneur and Mom

ORIGINAL POST

A few months ago when going for routine botox...

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WORTH IT$3,000
A few months ago when going for routine botox retouch, I told Dr. Novo (Dermatology and Plastic Surgery of Melbourne, Florida) I was considering getting cheek injections (look iiquid lift) because my frown lines were increasing and I felt my jaw line skin was getting loser. She suggested I get the Fraxel CO2 Laser instead because it would tighten the skin, erase wrinkles and even out in y freckle sun damaged skin. I was skeptical for a second because I had not heard of it, but I trust Dr. Novo. So, that day I put down my 50% deposit and decided to commit (because often I chicken out with these things). And I am so glad I did!!
The procedure itself takes about 1 hour. I had Fraxel laser on both face and neck. You must get there at least 1 hour early to get the topical anesthetic on to numb your skin. Even so, the laser felt like a hundred hot needles poking my face. She turned it down a bit, but explained it had to be necessarily aggressive to get results. So the pain was just on the edge of tolerable for me. I got through it just fine. Then the nurse slathered me up with some cream, and I was on my way.
The burn sensation lasted about 1 hour after the treatment (like a sunburn feeling) but I took some Tylenol and felt fine later. Totally slept through the night. I followed the after care instructions with vinegar solution compresses and Aquaphor. The vinegar soaks really help reduce redness and itching.
I am now 5 days post treatment as and already LOVE the results. I looked a bit hideous with goop and peeling days 3-4 after treatment but I am feeling happy with the way my skin looks on day 5. I have posted pics and all are with no makeup, just the Aquaphor on face.

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Rebecca Novo, MD

Rebecca Novo, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (3)

May 24, 2018
I am having Fraxel with Dr. Novo on June 5. So glad you are pleased with the results! I can't wait to see what it can do for me.
August 31, 2018
I just had mine 4 weeks ago in Melbourne also!!! Going to bed now!! Yes!! Now lol. But let’s exchange stories later today. Btw you look amazing !! ❤️❤️❤️ I am in satellite Beach but had mine done at Dr Diaz Med Spa!!! Awesome. Small world. Look forward to chatting !!!!
October 12, 2018
True, looks great first 10-15 days but after that skin returns to its normal appearance without significant improvement...
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9 days post

10 Days post Fraxel CO2 Laser

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10 days after treatment my skin is looking great. I am back to regular skincare routine and using a mineral based sunblock. I was told it will take at least 30 days to see full results but so far I am happy with the new look.

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August 21, 2018
Thank you for your review. I’m considering doing the same with Dr Novo. Have you posted an update lately?
October 13, 2020
How are you results now?