Fraxel DUAL

The Science

The Fraxel DUAL laser uses fractional photothermolysis to rejuvenate aging and damaged skin.  “It makes microscopic tunnels in the skin to create new collagen,” says Dr. Patricia Wexler. “If you have it done enough times, all of your old skin is replaced.” By creating small “tunnels” in the tissue under the skin, the Fraxel laser triggers a healing process that restores your youthful appearance, minimizing sun damage and hyperpigmentation.

Our Approach

The patients that can most benefit from the Fraxel DUAL have moderate to severe discoloration and have not seen results from other treatments. Fractional lasers do a good job of correcting most aspects of sun damage: freckling, blotchiness, and rough texture. As a nonablative laser, our patients will see significant skin improvements with little of the downtime associated with ablative treatments.

What to Expect

Length Of Procedure

When using the Fraxel DUAL on the whole face, the laser portion of the procedure lasts about 12 to 15 minutes.

Results

Immediately afterwards, your face will look red, as if you have a mild sunburn. Within the next few days, your skin will appear darker as pigment moves to the surface and begins to flake off. After a week, your skin will have a more even tone, and it will being to look younger and brighter within 2 to 3 weeks. Your skin might feel a bit hot during the procedure, but with a topical anesthetic most patients feel only slight discomfort.

Downtime/Aftercare

It’s usual to experience some swelling and redness following the Fraxel DUAL, both of which should pass within 1 to 3 days. Post-treatment, it’s important to use sunscreen (SPF 50) and avoid tanning to prevent burns and/or rebound pigmentation.

Number of Treatments

Major improvements to pigmentation can be seen after 1 treatment. For the additional antiaging benefits of the laser, we recommend an average of 2 to 3 sessions, with a recovery window of 6 to 8 weeks between sessions.

Treated Conditions

• Acne 
• Eye Rejuvenation
• Discoloration
• Hand Rejuvenation
• Hyperpigmentation
• Melasma
• Neck and Chest Rejuvenation
• Photodamage
• Tone and Texture