Fraxel Re:store Overview

fraxel restore treatment

The board-certified dermatologists at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego are experts at treating wrinkles with lasers, including an innovative new laser, Fraxel Re:store. In fact, our dermatologists are experts when it comes to facial rejuvenating lasers and the technology behind Fraxel treatments.

Fraxel Re:store laser uses a fractionated Erbium laser that is non-ablative (non-destructive) and targets only a fraction of the skin. This preserves healthy skin between the targeted areas for less treatment of un-targeted skin than other types of lasers (e..g., CO2 lasers).

Fraxel Re:store uses a 1550 nanometer wavelength laser to heat the skin so that collagen production is stimulated to improve fine to moderate lines and wrinkles. This makes it most effective for correcting superficial facial lines. In fact, lasers are versatile enough to treat deeper layers of skin damage, such as acne scars and rosacea as well.

What to Expect

dermatologist performing a fraxel restore treatment

 

Fraxel Re:store improves fine lines and smooths skin texture with very little downtime – often no more than a day. Following treatment in our San Diego office, the skin tone is more balanced and even, brown spots are minimized, and scars (e.g., from acne) are faded.

Laser resurfacing is safe but may cause mild side effects, including swelling, redness, and bruises at and around the treatment area(s). However, these should subside within a week.

Read our pre/post treatment guidelines for Fraxel Re:Store.

Each patient is administered a customized treatment plan, but generally, it is recommended that patients undergo the 30-minute session every 2-3 weeks for 4-6 treatments. The skin resurfacing treatment provides a noticeable improvement in color, texture, and tone. It is safe for resurfacing the neck, face, hands, and chest.

We can also design a personalized treatment program of professional skincare products you can use at home to support your results. We stock a wide range of the top lines, allowing us to tailor formulations to the precise skin needs of each of our patients. You are welcome to stop by our office anytime for a personal evaluation and recommendations.

Treatment Guidelines

During your procedure:
  • Topical numbing cream will be applied to areas being treated for 30-60 min prior to treatment.
  • The hand-piece is “rolled” on the surface of the treatment area. There will be multiple passes made over the treatment area.
  • The sensation of heat (similar to grease “splattering”) increases as the number of passes increase.
  • Cold air is applied directly to the skin surface as it is being treated to help decrease the sensation of heat.
After your procedure:
  • The sensation of heat/intense sunburn (will subside throughout the day). It is OK to take Tylenol or Ibuprofen.
  • Redness and mild swelling will occur immediately after treatment. Swelling typically peaks at 48-72 hours. Sleeping with your head slightly elevated at night for the first 3 nights will help minimize swelling.
  • Ice packs (20 min. on, 20 min. off) starting the day of procedure and the following day will help reduce the sensation of heat and minimize swelling.
  • Apply sunscreen with Zinc Oxide and/or Titanium Dioxide daily. Protect the treated area from the sun both indoors and outdoors (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
  • NO RUBBING, PICKING OR WIPING THE TREATMENT AREA.
  • It is OK to shower the day of the procedure.
  • Gentle cleansing is fine (SkinMedica Sensitive Skin Cleanser or Cetaphil Cleanser is recommended).
  • A superficial, grainy crust is normal and could last up to 1 week.
  • Redness is normal and could last up to 1 week or more.
  • Apply moisturizer as often as needed to help with dryness.
  • You can wear make-up (unless instructed not to by your physician) as long as you are not rubbing, picking or wiping off the surface of skin when applying or removing make-up.
  • Follow any additional specific post treatment instructions from your physician.
  • Follow up with your physician in ______ days/weeks.

Please contact our office if you have any questions or concerns at (858)657-1002.

Photos

Actual un-retouched patient before and after Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy to treat acne by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy for acne by Dr. Fabi
Actual un-retouched patient before and after Fraxel treatment for shoulder scars by Dr. Fabi Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed Before and after Fraxel to treat scars on the shoulder by Dr. Fabi
Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Fraxel and Alexandrite for Dark Spots by Dr. Monica Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Alexandrite for Dark Spots by Dr. Monica Boen
Fraxel and Alexandrite for Dark Spots by Dr. Monica Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Alexandrite for Dark Spots by Dr. Monica Boen
Fraxel and Alexandrite for Dark Spots by Dr. Monica Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Alexandrite for Dark Spots by Dr. Monica Boen
Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Customized Treatment for Anti-Aging by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Laser Resurfacing by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Laser Resurfacing by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Laser Resurfacing by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Laser Resurfacing by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Laser Resurfacing by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Laser Resurfacing by Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Acupulse, Fraxel Re:Store, and VBeam for Scar on Hand by Dr. William Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Acupulse, Fraxel Re:Store, and VBeam for Scar on Hand by Dr. William Groff
VBeam and Fraxel for Sun Damage by Dr. Jameson Loyal. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. VBeam and Fraxel for Sun Damage by Dr. Jameson Loyal
VBeam, Acupulse, and Fraxel for Brightening and Texture by Dr. Jameson Loyal. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. VBeam, Acupulse, and Fraxel for Brightening and Texture by Dr. Jameson Loyal
VBeam, Acupulse, and Fraxel for Brightening and Texture by Dr. Jameson Loyal. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. VBeam, Acupulse, and Fraxel for Brightening and Texture by Dr. Jameson Loyal
VBeam, Acupulse, and Fraxel for Brightening and Texture by Dr. Jameson Loyal. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. VBeam, Acupulse, and Fraxel for Brightening and Texture by Dr. Jameson Loyal
Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat port wine stain by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat port wine stain by Dr. Butterwick
Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat port wine stain by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat port wine stain by Dr. Butterwick
Lasers, Filler, and Botox for a rejuvenated appearance by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Lasers, Filler, and Botox for a rejuvenated appearance by Dr. Fabi
Lasers, Filler, and Botox for a rejuvenated appearance by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Lasers, Filler, and Botox for a rejuvenated appearance by Dr. Fabi
Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Re:store to reduce acne scarring and hyperpigmentation by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Re:store to reduce acne scarring and hyperpigmentation by Dr. Butterwick
Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Re:store to reduce acne scarring and hyperpigmentation by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Re:store to reduce acne scarring and hyperpigmentation by Dr. Butterwick
Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Re:store to reduce acne scarring and hyperpigmentation by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Dual and Fraxel Re:store to reduce acne scarring and hyperpigmentation by Dr. Butterwick
Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat the nose scar of a female patient by Dr. Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to Treat Nose Scar by Dr. Boen
Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat the nose scar of a female patient by Dr. Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to Treat Nose Scar by Dr. Boen
Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to treat the nose scar of a female patient by Dr. Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel Restore to Treat Nose Scar by Dr. Boen
Fraxel Restore Dual to Rejuvenate the Skin of a Female Patient by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Restore Dual to Rejuvenate the Skin of a Female Patient by Dr. Goldman
Fraxel Restore Dual to Rejuvenate the Skin of a Female Patient by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Restore Dual to Rejuvenate the Skin of a Female Patient by Dr. Goldman
Fraxel Restore Dual to Rejuvenate the Skin of a Female Patient by Dr. Goldman. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Restore Dual to Rejuvenate the Skin of a Female Patient by Dr. Goldman
Vbeam and Fraxel lasers used to treat brachioplasty scar under the arm (4 treatments) by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel lasers used to treat brachioplasty scar under the arm (4 treatments) by Dr. Groff
Vbeam and Fraxel lasers used to treat brachioplasty scar under the arm (4 treatments) by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel lasers used to treat brachioplasty scar under the arm (4 treatments) by Dr. Groff
Vbeam, Alexandrite, and Fraxel lasers to treat sun damage on a male patient by Dr. Groff. Vbeam, Alexandrite, and Fraxel lasers to treat sun damage on a male patient by Dr. Groff
Fraxel, Alexandrite, Vbeam lasers to treat sun damage on face by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel, Alexandrite, Vbeam lasers to treat sun damage on face by Dr. Butterwick
Fraxel, Alexandrite, Vbeam lasers to treat sun damage on face by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel, Alexandrite, Vbeam lasers to treat sun damage on face by Dr. Butterwick
Fraxel, Alexandrite, Vbeam lasers to treat sun damage on face by Dr. Butterwick. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel, Alexandrite, Vbeam lasers to treat sun damage on face by Dr. Butterwick
Fraxel and Alexandrite laser to rejuvenate the hands by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Alexandrite Laser to Rejuvenate the Hands by Dr. Groff
Fraxel and Alexandrite laser to rejuvenate the hands by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Alexandrite Laser to Rejuvenate the Hands by Dr. Groff
Ultherapy, Fraxel, and Sculptra to tighten and refresh the skin by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Ultherapy, Fraxel, and Sculptra to tighten and refresh the skin by Dr. Fabi
Fraxel and Alexandrite lasers to treat sun damage on chest by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel and Alexandrite lasers to treat sun damage on chest by Dr. Groff
Fraxel Restore and Vbeam to treat skin redness and rejuvenate the skin by Dr. Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Restore and Vbeam for Skin Redness by Dr. Boen
Fraxel Restore and Vbeam to treat skin redness and rejuvenate the skin by Dr. Boen. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Restore and Vbeam for Skin Redness by Dr. Boen
Vbeam and Fraxel lasers to treat scar on forehead by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Vbeam and Fraxel lasers to treat scar on forehead by Dr. Groff
Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy to treat acne for a male patient by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Laser and Photodynamic Therapy to Treat Acne by Dr. Fabi
Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy to treat acne for a male patient by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Laser and Photodynamic Therapy to Treat Acne by Dr. Fabi
Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy to treat acne for a male patient by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Laser and Photodynamic Therapy to Treat Acne by Dr. Fabi
Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy to treat acne for a male patient by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Laser and Photodynamic Therapy to Treat Acne by Dr. Fabi
Fraxel laser and photodynamic therapy to treat acne for a male patient by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Fraxel Laser and Photodynamic Therapy to Treat Acne by Dr. Fabi
Actual unretouched patient before and after Fraxel Restore to treat acne by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after Fraxel Re:store to treat acne by Dr. Fabi
Actual unretouched patient before and after Fraxel Restore to treat cheek redness by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after Fraxel Re:store to treat cheek redness by Dr. Fabi
Actual unretouched patient before and after Fraxel Restore for sun damage and skin rejuvenation by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after Fraxel Re:store for sun damage and skin rejuvenation by Dr. Fabi
Actual unretouched patient before and after Fraxel Restore to rejuvenate the face and neck by Dr. Groff. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after Fraxel Re:store to rejuvenate the face and neck by Dr. Groff
Actual unretouched patient before and after Fraxel Restore and IPL photofacial for skin rejuvenation by Dr. Fabi. Disclaimer: Results may vary from patient to patient. Results are not guaranteed. Before and after Fraxel Re:store and IPL photofacial for skin rejuvenation by Dr. Fabi

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FAQs

Q: Am I a Good Candidate for Fraxel Laser Resurfacing?

A:

A good candidate for laser skin resurfacing with either Fraxel laser is someone who is in good overall health but who may have fine lines and superficial wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and forehead. Moreover, patients in San Diego with scars from acne, surgery, or injury are typically good candidates, as well. Finally, many patients who have not had good results from a previous facelift have undergone Fraxel laser resurfacing with impressive results. Learn more about laser resurfacing procedures at WebMD.com.

Other Options

Fraxel Ethnic Skin San Diego

At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, we offer a wide variety of laser options, including the Fraxel Re:Store Dual and Fraxel Repair, which offers a great alternative for our patients with brown spots and hyperpigmentation as well as early signs of aging.

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