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Fraxel skin resurfacing.

Sherry S Collawn1

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA. sscollawn@aol.com

Annals of Plastic Surgery
|May 2, 2007
PubMed
Summary

Fractional photothermolysis using the Fraxel laser effectively treats wrinkles and pigmentation with minimal downtime. This innovative laser skin resurfacing technology promotes rapid healing, improving skin texture and color.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Laser Technology
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • Fractional photothermolysis is an emerging laser skin resurfacing technique.
  • It targets conditions like wrinkles, scars, and pigmentation.
  • The Fraxel laser utilizes microthermal zones for treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of fractional photothermolysis with the Fraxel laser.
  • To assess treatment outcomes for wrinkles, pigmentation, and scars.
  • To determine the downtime associated with the procedure.

Main Methods:

  • 70 patients received 2 to 6 Fraxel laser treatments between June and November 2005.
  • Treatments were administered on the face and/or extremities.
  • Inter-treatment intervals ranged from 1 to 3 weeks.

Main Results:

  • Patients experienced minimal downtime, primarily erythema and edema for a few days.
  • Followed by a few days of light skin exfoliation.
  • Significant improvements in skin color, texture, and reduction in wrinkles and pigmentation were observed.

Conclusions:

  • Fractional photothermolysis with the Fraxel laser is effective for skin rejuvenation.
  • It successfully improves skin color, texture, fine wrinkles, and melanocytic pigmentation.
  • The procedure offers a favorable safety profile with minimal patient downtime.

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