Fraxel®

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fraxel treat? The Fraxel technology has been optimized to effectively treat pigmentation on your skin, such as age or sun spots, wrinkles, acne scars and general skin resurfacing.

What are the benefits of Fraxel treatmt? ent? Smoother, fresher looking skin• Improved tone and texture• Reduced wrinkles around the eyes• Improved appearance of acne scars and surgical scars

Has Fraxel treatment received FDA-clearance? The Fraxel laser has received FDA-clearance for treatment of the following:• Wrinkles around the eye (periorbital wrinkles)• Age and sun spots (pigmented lesions)• Brown spots / pregnancy mask (melasma)• Acne scars and surgical scars• Skin resurfacing

How many treatments will I need and how will they be spaced? Everyone’s skin is different, but clinical studies suggest that for most people, maximum results are realized with the preferred less aggressive treatment in just 5 to 6 sessions. They are usually spaced 2 to 6 weeks apart.

Does Fraxel treatment hurt?

Aggressive treatments require causes pain, fewer sessions and result in more post treatment side-effects – meaning a few days of social downtime.
Less aggressive treatments accomplish the same results, with far less pain, a few more treatment sessions and less pronounced side-effects.
There is a fine line before pain and effectiveness therefore prescription medication is required before Fraxel treatments. Topical anesthesia is applied before the procedure and cold air is used on the treatment area during the procedure to insure minimal discomfort. Skin Types

What side-effects can I expect after treatment and how long will they last? You will have some degree of redness and swelling. The intensity and duration depends on how aggressive the treatment was and your particular healing characteristics. Other temporary side-effects may include minor itching, dry skin, peeling or flaking, and a bronzed skin appearance. You will be given specific instructions about what to expect for your particular treatment and how to minimize the side-effects.

What precautions should I take after treatment? Wear sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher and avoid direct sun exposure while you’re healing for at least 3 months after your last treatment. Further protect yourself by wearing wide-brimmed hats if you expect to be out in sun.

How long do the effects of Fraxel treatment last? It depends on your particular condition and how you care for your skin. Once your skin is restored, continue to protect it as described above. For conditions, such as melasma, it is very important to avoid direct sun exposure.

How does Fraxel® treatment work? The technology behind Fraxel treatment is as revolutionary as the results it can deliver. Unlike other laser treatments, Fraxel treatment is able to precisely treat thousands of microscopic areas of skin, using pinpoint laser beams that penetrate beneath the skin’s surface to eliminate old, damaged skin cells. Fraxel treatment stimulates the body’s own natural healing process which replaces damaged skin with fresh, glowing, healthy skin.

How do you personalize my Fraxel treatment plan? Your skin is unique – your genetic make-up, lifestyle and personal history all contribute to how your skin looks and feels. During your consultation we use ultraviolet light that allows us to evaluate skin damage the eye can’t see. Depending on the findings we develop a treatment plan tailored to your skin’s individual needs. By design, Fraxel Treatments can target between approximately 5 to 50 percent of the skin’s surface, leaving the remaining 50 to 95 percent available to quickly heal the treated areas. Since Fraxel treatment is so precise, it’s safe and effective on delicate skin areas like the neck, chest and hands, in addition to the face.

How long does it take to heal? You can expect two levels of results, immediate and progressive. Immediately after initial healing is complete, the surface of your skin will feel softer, look brighter, and tone will start to become even. Results improve over time and throughout your series of treatments. Progressive results occur over the next three to six months as the deeper layers of skin continue to heal.

Can I have Fraxel treatments on several parts of the body during one visit? With this technology we can treat multiple areas in a single session. So as well as treating sun spots on your face, we can treat your hands, neck and décolleté.

Why do you recommend packages over single treatments? You want a package because it is much less expensive to get the results you desire when you choose a customized package. We want you to have the best result so that you demonstrate better results to your friends. Referrals are important to us. That’s why we give you and those you refer a gift when you make a referral.

How much does the Fraxel procedure costThe cost depends on the area you’re having treated. We encourage you to come in for a consultation at which point we can give you a more precise idea of cost and your other options

Will Fraxel get rid of my sagging skin problems also? During your consultation will see if Fraxel is all you need, or if it would be better for you to have another treatment like the Microdermabrasion and/or peel or Mini-facelift plus package, etc.