Fraxel® treatment uses patented fractional technology to target damaged skin with microscopic laser columns that penetrate deep into the skin. The laser treats only a fraction of the tissue at a time, leaving the surrounding tissue intact, which promotes rapid healing. This stimulates your body’s own natural healing process, replacing the old and damaged cells with fresh, glowing, healthy skin.

Your skin will feel softer, look brighter, and show a more even skin tone. Other benefits of treatment may include smoother, fresher, younger-looking skin, improved tone and texture erasing of unwanted brown spots, and reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.

Most patients describe an increased sensation of heat during the treatment. The topical anesthesia minimizes discomfort and then cold air is used on the treatment area during the procedure. After the treatment, most patients feel like they have a sunburn, which usually diminishes in 1 to 3 hours.

During the first 24 hours after treatment, your skin may feel as though it is sunburned, and it will appear pink or red. You can wear makeup to reduce the sunburned appearance. Your skin may bronze and peel over the next few days or two, depending on the depth of treatment.

Swelling and redness are the most common side effects of Fraxel® DUAL treatment. Any swelling is typically minimal and subsides within a day or two and any redness typically fades within a few days. Other temporary side effects may include minor itching, dry skin, peeling or flaking, and a bronzed skin appearance. There is a limited risk of infection, hyperpigmentation, or scarring. The intensity and duration of side effects depend on the aggressiveness of treatment and on your particular healing characteristics. Fraxel® treatment can be tailored to your desired outcome. We will work with you to determine the best option to fit your lifestyle.