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Answers (sorted by helpful votes)| Michael A. Persky, MD |  |
Arasys perfector vs. Fraxel for skin tightening?
Hi Patty,
I had one patient whose mother was treated with the Arasys perfector on her neck. She was treated by someone in the San Diego area. My patient said that her mother was very pleased. I have not treated anyone or... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD |  |
Fraxel laser - will Fraxel make Rosacea worse?
Typically Fraxel does not make Rosacea worse, in fact, some patients notice improvement in the red coloration from the Rosacea. The emollients used both in preparation of the procedure and for the aftercare can, however, exacerbate the rosacea,... more
| Steven Weiner, MD |  |
Fraxel re:pair vs. Fraxel re:store: Which is better for reducing large pores?
I have seen improvements with the Fraxel re:pair for pore size which are dramatic, but if you don't need all the other improvements (pigment, scarring, tightening, texture), then stick with something that is less expensive and less downtime like... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD | |
Difference between fraxel repair and fraxel laser?
There are three fraxel lasers. The one used in a spa gives a very superficial exfoliation. Fraxel Restore is done in a doctor’s office and helps even out dark sunspots (liver spots) and fine lines. It can improve acne scars and pores,... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD | |
Can I get rid of stretch marks with Fraxel treatments?
Recent red stretch marks may be less noticeable by treating them with V-beam laser for redness. Fraxel may help produce more collagen under the mature white stretchmark to make it less noticeable but this is not more
| Michael A. Persky, MD | |
Active FX vs. Fraxel laser treatments - which is better?
Fraxel re:store involves a series of 3 to 5 treatments while Active Fx involves a single, sometimes a second treatment. They both give good results. Active FX is a very superficial treatment for sun damaged skin... more
| D.J. Verret, MD |  |
Is it normal for whitish bumps and little blisters to surface after undergoing Fraxel Restore?
Whitish bumps after any ablative laser treatment can be several things. The most common are milia. These are retention cysts after injury to the skin and will generally resolve on their own without any scarring other other problems. Whitish bumps... more
| David M. Verebelyi, MD |  |
Fraxel and Total FX - how long do results last?
The real answer is that we don't know. Treatments such as Total FX (combination of Active and Deep FX) and the Fraxel re:pair have only been studied for the last couple of years. Both of these systems use a fractionated CO2 laser... more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
Can I sunbathe after Fraxel laser treatments or will my skin be too sensitive?
Unfortunately sun bathing causes skin damage, not only increasing your cancer risks but increasing your age spots and wrinkles too. Undergoing skin rejuvenation procedures such as Fraxel and others is meant to reverse some of the signs of skin... more
| Michael A. Persky, MD | |
How long do Fraxel side effects last?
Bright red and still swollen are par for the course five days after Fraxel re:pair laser treatment. Of course everyone is a little different so some patients heal quicker, others more slowly. To be on the safe side, you should... more
| Michael A. Persky, MD | |
What should I expect from Fraxel Restore laser treatments?
Hi,
Fraxel re:store is a relatively easy procedure to recover from. The treated areas are slightly swollen and pink for one to two days. Many patients are able to return to normal activities and work the following day, but I would give... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD | |
Can Fraxel make your skin more sensitive?
A few patients might notice that their skin is more sensitive to towel rubbing, sunshine exposure, application of creams, and to extreme changes in temperature. This usually improves with time. If one has sensitive skin, meaning that breakouts... more
| Mary Lupo, MD |  |
Is Fraxel Restore good for facial skin tightening?
Fraxel re:store continues to "wow" patients with its success in improving photoaging of the skin with minimal social downtime (swelling for 1-3 days). It lightens dark spots, helps crows feet, improves fine lines, diminishes pore... more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
Fraxel safety - I am having second thoughts. Should I continue with Fraxel anyway?
The treatments you describe are safe when performed and monitored by experienced and trained physicians. If you are worried about what one physician proposes, I would suggest getting a second and even a third opinion.
There are many ways to... more
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