Fraxel

Fraxel DUAL

What is Fraxel DUAL?

Fraxel DUAL is a laser resurfacing treatment that can stimulate the growth of healthy new skin cells at a deep level. Featuring two different lasers with unique wavelengths in a single device (1927nm and 1550nm), it can provide a comprehensive solution for patients with multiple skin concerns. By stimulating the growth of new collagen, it can restore, refine, and repair the skin for more youthful, elastic, and even-toned skin.

What Can Fraxel DUAL Treat?

Because of the Fraxel laser’s dual wavelength treatment options, it can address a wide array of skin concerns while keeping the surrounding tissue intact. These include:

  • Surgical scars
  • Fine lines
  • Wrinkles
  • Sun damaged skin
  • Age spots
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Skin texture
  • Acne and acne scars

How Does Fraxel DUAL Work?

Fraxel DUAL uses two different wavelengths to address two different types of concerns. The first can address pigmentation and sun damage for a more even skin tone and a reduction in brown spots, blotchiness, or redness. The second laser skin resurfacing option targets deeper in the skin to treat fine lines, texture, and acne scarring. By creating microscopic treatment zones in the skin with dual laser frequencies, it leaves the healthy skin cells intact while also prompting the creation of new skin cells plus collagen and elastin production. By only treating a fraction of the skin, it results in minimal downtime and promotes rapid healing.

Fraxel DUAL Laser Results

After treatment, your skin will look red and may feel swollen and hot. Swelling typically lasts for the first few days before subsiding. You may notice a sandpaper texture to the skin which lasts for about one week. Once the skin completely heals over 1-2 weeks, you will see a noticeable improvement in your skin’s overall look, feel, and quality. It’s essential to keep your skin protected from direct sun exposure with SPF 30+ daily. Beyond sun protection, patients should also avoid harsh skincare products and active ingredients. Results from Fraxel laser treatment can last for several months to one year and can be maintained with yearly treatments. Our team works diligently to develop an appropriate skincare regimen in line with various goals and skin types.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the results with Fraxel DUAL?

Fraxel DUAL produces smoother, younger-looking skin with a single treatment. It can also address uneven tone and texture, brown spots, fine lines and wrinkles, and scars. In short, it’s an all-in-one option to transform your skin and maintain a fresher look.

What to expect?

Treatments can take 1-2 hours in total. You will be given a topical anesthetic for comfort, which takes about 60 minutes to work. The treatment itself takes about 20-25 minutes for a full face.

Does Fraxel DUAL hurt?

Fraxel DUAL is not painful, but it is normal to experience a feeling of heat during treatment. Topical anesthetic will be given ahead of your treatment and a built-in cooling mechanism is also used to control heat buildup. Afterward, most patients experience something similar to the feeling of sunburn in your treatment area, but this subsides within 1-3 hours.

How long do the positive effects of Fraxel DUAL last?

The results of Fraxel DUAL are generally long-lasting, but it can depend on the specific concerns you’re treating as well as how well you maintain your results. Our team will give you detailed steps on how to best maintain your results.

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frequently asked questions

What is Fraxel Laser treatment, and how does it work?

Fraxel is a non-invasive fractional laser treatment that rejuvenates skin by creating microscopic laser columns in the skin’s layers. These tiny columns trigger the skin’s natural healing response and boost collagen production, which leads to smoother, more youthful-looking skin. In essence, Fraxel targets aging signs like wrinkles, sun damage, and scars by repairing a fraction of skin at a time, resulting in overall renewal without significant injury to the surrounding tissue.

How long is the recovery time after Fraxel Laser treatment?

One of the advantages of Fraxel is the relatively minimal downtime. Recovery usually takes around 3–7 days, during which you may experience redness, slight swelling, and flaking as the skin heals and renews. Typically, by the end of the first week your skin’s surface has recovered; any residual pinkness can be easily covered with makeup after a few days. It’s important to follow post-care instructions, like moisturizing and avoiding direct sun. (In Scottsdale’s sunny climate, we emphasize diligent sunscreen use and sun avoidance after Fraxel to protect your healing skin.) Overall, downtime is much shorter than with traditional ablative lasers, making Fraxel a convenient choice for those with busy schedules.

Is Fraxel Laser suitable for all skin types?

Fraxel Laser can be customized for different skin types, but it’s especially effective on fair to medium skin tones. People with darker skin should consult with a skincare specialist to ensure the right settings are used to prevent hyperpigmentation.

How many Fraxel Laser sessions are needed to see results?

Most patients undergo a series of Fraxel sessions – typically about 3 to 5 treatments spaced roughly 4 weeks apart – to achieve optimal results. You’ll likely notice improvements in your skin’s texture and tone even after the first treatment, but collagen remodeling occurs gradually. The full benefits (such as reduction in fine lines, fading of scars or spots, and overall skin tightening) become most apparent a couple of months after your last session, once new collagen has fully developed. Fraxel results are long-lasting – many people enjoy smoother, clearer skin for several months up to a year after completing their sessions. Keep in mind that your skin will continue to age naturally, so to maintain that refreshed look, yearly maintenance treatments or a good skincare routine (including sun protection in sunny Scottsdale) are recommended.

What are the benefits of Fraxel Laser treatment?

Fraxel Laser offers numerous benefits, including reduced wrinkles, improved skin texture, diminished scars and dark spots, and enhanced overall skin tone. It’s a highly effective treatment for rejuvenating the skin without invasive surgery.

What skin concerns can Fraxel treat, and is it right for me?

Fraxel is a versatile treatment used to improve a variety of skin concerns, including uneven skin tone, sun damage, age spots, acne scars, fine lines, and wrinkles. It can be safely used on the face, neck, chest, and other areas, making it popular among Scottsdale patients looking to reverse sun damage from our year-round sunshine. Most individuals with fair to medium skin tones are great candidates; Fraxel can be customized to different skin types, though those with very dark skin should consult a specialist to ensure proper settings and minimize any risk of hyperpigmentation. In general, if you’re seeking a significant boost in skin smoothness and radiance without surgery, Fraxel could be an excellent option.

Does Fraxel laser treatment hurt or cause discomfort?

Fraxel laser treatments are generally well-tolerated. During the procedure, you will feel a sensation of heat or a slight prickling on the skin, similar to a moderate sunburn, but not sharp pain. To keep you comfortable, a topical numbing cream is typically applied before treatment and a cooling device is used during the laser session. Most patients describe only mild discomfort; after the treatment, the skin may feel warm or sunburned for a few hours, but this subsides quickly. Our experienced providers ensure you stay as comfortable as possible throughout the process.

Smoother, fresher, younger-looking skin
Improved tone and texture
Reduction of unwanted brown spots
Reduced fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes
Improved appearance of acne scars and surgical scars

 

First, your skin will be cleansed. Then, about 60 minutes prior to treatment, a topical anesthetic ointment will be applied to the treatment area. The Fraxel DUAL 1550/1927 procedure takes 20 to 25 minutes for a full face.

 

Most patients describe an increased sensation of heat during the treatment. To minimize discomfort, topical anesthesia is applied before the procedure and 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.

 

It depends on your particular condition and how you care for your skin. Once your skin is treated, continue to protect it as described above. Your physician will give you specific advice based on your individual needs.

 

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