Fraxel Repair Q & A

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Fraxel Repair vs Pearl Laser for acne scars?

Which is better for acne scars, Fraxel Re:pair fractional CO2, or the new Pearl fractional...
Asked by truckg | 17 days ago | 3 Answers

Hypo-pigmentation After Fraxel Repair

I am 12 weeks post fraxel repair and still dealing with hyper-pigmentation issues that are slowly getting better. I recently got another opinion from another PS that is very experienced with CO2 lasers. I was there for another reason, so he...
Asked by crb101169 | 104 days ago | 4 Answers

Fraxel failed to work on my Acne Scars

Hi. I have a question regarding Acne Scars. I have undergone six sessions of Fraxel Refine to minimize or make my scars disappear, which did not happen. The practitioner who did the procedure suggested Fraxel Repair but couldn't assure me that...
Asked by frankm | 111 days ago | 5 Answers

Extreme facial swelling after Fraxel Repair

I had Fraxel Repair done 3 days ago, and now my face is extremely swollen and my eyes are almost shut. Is this normal? If so, how long will it take before it goes back to normal, and what can I do to expediate the...
Asked by SusanS | 61 days ago | 2 Answers

Fraxel Repair vs Erbium Yag Laser: downtime and results

What is the difference between the Fraxel Repair and the Erbuim Yag Laser in terms of results (mainly for fine lines, texture, pores, and scars) and...
Asked by FairestOfAll | 28 days ago | 3 Answers

Fraxel Repair for correcting wrinkles from Retin-A?

I'm a young female who had a horrible experience with Retin-A. Others tell me it's not possible, but I assure you it is, because it happened to me. I put Retin-A on my face, chest, and neck at night, as I started breaking out there. The next...
Asked by pipinghotveggie | 31 days ago | 2 Answers

Complications from bacterial infection post-Fraxel Repair

Unfortunately, I got a bacterial skin infection three days after Fraxel Repair. I was on the antibiotic, Keflex, but it was resistant to the type of bacteria I encountered. After 10 days on CIPRO, the infection is cleared but the skin is...
Asked by Anonymous | 32 days ago | 2 Answers

LED therapy after Fraxel Repair?

I was wondering, do LED treatments help with acne scar improvment after Fraxel Repair? How long after the Fraxel Repair procedure is it ok to have an LED...
Asked by brad76 | 34 days ago | 2 Answers

Fraxel Repair while peeling from Retin-A?

Should I undergo Fraxel Repair if I'm still peeling from...
Asked by qwerty24 | 35 days ago | 3 Answers

Best makeup and process for covering post-Fraxel Repair redness?

At the doctor's office they said to use a yellow based foundation as my skin is very fair. On the make-up websites, I see that green foundation/concealers should be used to hide redness. I asked about this and she said green...
Asked by Boston Girl | 41 days ago | 2 Answers

Spot testing for Fraxel Re:pair or Total FX

Is there any way to broadly predict how my skin will react to Fraxel Repair or Total FX? Is it unreasonable to ask for a spot treatment or testing to see if I'm a good...
Asked by jonnjana | 46 days ago | 1 Answer

Unsure about doctor's Fraxel Re:pair skills

Is it safe to have Fraxel Re:pair done by a board-certified plastic surgeon who has only done it 9 times? I know this doctor is very smart but I'm having second thoughts about his Fraxel Re:pair...
Asked by jonnjana | 47 days ago | 6 Answers

Fraxel Repair on surgical scars?

Can Fraxel Re:pair be used on surgical scars? When (post-surgery) should one begin undergoing the...
Asked by tgp | 47 days ago | 5 Answers

Fraxel Re:pair vs Total FX: Which should I choose for skin tightening on my neck?

There aren't many doctors offering Fraxel Re:pair in my area, and it's easier to find doctors that provide Total FX. Will skin tightening results through Total FX be as good as Fraxel Re:pair's...
Asked by jonnjana | 48 days ago | 2 Answers

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