Fractional Skin Resurfacing is a relatively new concept in Laser skin rejuvenation. It allows for partial and precise targeted laser impacts which leave islands of the normal skin surface intact. This computer aided technology allows for a deep enough laser effect to create the desired results with less pain, and less anesthesia than standard Laser resurfacing. There is less recovery time and faster healing and re-entry into normal daily activities with Fractional Resurfacing.
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Conditions treated
- • Wrinkles
- • Skin aging
- • Irregular or uneven skin tone and color
- • Irregular skin texture- scars (esp. acne scarring)
- • Stretch marks
Ideal Candidates
Men or women who have mild to moderate signs of skin aging, fine lines and wrinkles, and mildly lax skin tone.
Non-uniform skin tone and color can be corrected as well as textural problems such as scars from acne or other skin injuries.
Areas that can be treated include the face, neck, and chest, as well as hands and forearms.
Learn more about Fractional Lasers from Gerald Goldberg, M.D. from Pima Dermatology in Tucson, Arizona.
Treatment Overview
The Fraxel laser employs a unique concept, fractional resurfacing. Fractional resurfacing is just as it sounds, affecting only a small portion of the total surface of the skin with any one treatment, ranging anywhere from 15 to 20%. It is used to improve overall skin color, tone and texture, and is extremely useful for people who have brown discoloration from sun-induced freckling. The Fraxel laser is also used for fine to moderate wrinkling as well as acne scarring.
Patients require between three to six treatments to attain desired results. Treatments are performed no more often than once every 7-10 days, but in most cases they are done 4 to 6 weeks apart. After arriving for the procedure, a topical anesthetic gel will be applied to the area that is to be treated, and allowed to sit for an hour to take effect. After the topical anesthesia has had time to work, a blue dye is applied to the treatment area. A second gel is then applied, and the laser treatment is performed.
In addition to the anesthetic gel, we also use a device called the Zimmer Cooler (a hand-held cool air device), which chills the skin and makes the procedure even more comfortable. The treatment itself takes approximately 30-40 minutes.
After the procedure, the blue dye is washed off. There may be some stinging of the skin for about one hour following the procedure, and ice can be applied to reduce discomfort and swelling. There is some redness and swelling following the procedure, which lasts an average of two to four days, and can be covered with makeup Our patients have been thrilled with results using the Fraxel laser. For the first time ever we are able to significantly improve skin tone, texture, wrinkles, and color with an easy, comfortable, minimal downtime procedure. The Fraxel laser represents a dramatic improvement in laser technology, and we are delighted to be able to offer it to our patients.
Learn more about Fractional Resurfacing from Jeff Dover, M.D of SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
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