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What Is Fraxel™ Laser
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The Fraxel™ laser is one of the newest laser treatment modes available today. This innovative approach is specially designed to alter only fractional volumes of the target tissue. The clinical effect of this treatment technique is to alter the appearance of aging and sun-damaged skin by forming new collagen fibers. The face, neck, chest and hands can all be treated with Fraxel™ fractional resurfacing. Other lasers producing similar results include the StarLux™ and Affirm™ lasers. |
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| How Does Laser Skin
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Lasers work by emitting a specialized light that is passed through the skin and preferentially absorbed by the water in the damaged collagen beneath the surface of the skin. This action allows the laser light to remove very fine layers of skin, diminishing the look of wrinkles and other unwanted textures. The older, wrinkled collagen in the skin is remodeled into newer skin. As new cells form in the healing process, the skin is smoother and softer. |
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Why Choose Laser Skin Resurfacing? |
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Fraxel™ laser skin resurfacing is a non-invasive procedure that can remove wrinkles, even-out skin tone and instigate the growth of new collagen. The procedure provides consistent results, allows the surgeon precise control and requires less recovery time than invasive surgical approaches. |
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What Are The Differences In The Lasers
Available? |
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Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York & New Jersey offers a wide variety of lasers for laser skin resurfacing. Each type of laser is suited for particular treatment modes.
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The fractionated CO2 laser(Encore-ActiveFX) is most effective on deep lines and wrinkles, as well as for full-face laser procedures. |
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The Erbium:YAG or Pearl lasers are ideal for those with moderate lines and wrinkles and for improving the overall texture of the skin. These lasers are also effective for treating isolated areas including the hands, chest and neck. |
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We also offer multi-mode laser resurfacing which uses a combination of lasers to customize the procedure for individual needs. |
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| Your Skin Laser & Surgery Specialist physician will determine which type of laser will yield the best results for your treatment. |
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How Long Will It Take To Heal? |
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Recovery after standard laser resurfacing takes anywhere from less than a week for lighter resurfacing procedures to a bit more than a week for deeper procedures. You will be asked to keep the area moist. The initial redness after the procedure will fade over a period of time; however camouflage makeup may be used to cover the redness. There is no down time after Fraxel™ resurfacing. |
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Is The Procedure Painful? |
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During the Fraxel™ procedure you will be given either a topical or local anesthetic; sedation is not necessary. After the procedure, most patients describe the discomfort as similar to a mild sunburn which subsides quickly.
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How Soon Will I See Results? |
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Clinical studies suggest that 3-6 Fraxel™ laser treatments, spaced at 1-4 week intervals, produce a gradual remodeling of wrinkled sun-damaged skin.
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What Are The Side Effects? |
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As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with laser skin resurfacing. Your physician will review with you in detail any risks involved in the procedure.
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How Do I Get Started? |
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Dr. Goldberg and his staff will be
happy to discuss Fraxel™ fractional laser resurfacing with
you. Please feel free to call for a private consultation
or Schedule
an appointment online @ one of our offices.
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