Fraxel Laser Treatment – Quick Facts and Complete Guide Before Getting Fraxel Treatment

We can never run away from the aging process, avoid sun exposure, and completely get rid of acne and the marks it leaves. Thanks to the Fraxel laser treatment, elimination of these skin woes caused by an occurrence as mentioned above is now possible with just several sessions. Not only will you have younger skin, but also a clearer and flawless appearance. If you are planning on getting the treatment, read this guide to know more about it and what improvements it can do to your skin. 

Fraxel laser treatment is a kind of skin resurfacing laser treatment that uses a fractional thermolysis (FT) device that uses microscopic laser columns that treat the skin one fraction at a time. The treatment has a stamp of approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its use in the coagulation of soft tissues, treatment of rhytids, pigmentation due to age spots and sun damage, acne and surgical scars, elimination of wrinkles and lines, and the resurfacing of the skin. Fraxel by Solta Medical Inc. in Hayward, California, is the first commercial non-ablative fractional thermolysis device introduced to the public. Currently, Fraxel laser falls into two categories which are the ablative and non-ablative treatments. 

Ablative Fraxel laser such as Fraxel re:pair is the more aggressive category of skin resurfacing laser treatment that tackles moderate to severe pigmentation, wrinkles, scarring, and skin texture issues. This was considered as an aggressive treatment because the laser removes the epidermis or the top layer of the skin and vaporizes some of the tissues in the dermis. However, as aggressive the treatment is with longer downtime and recovery, it still produces the most dramatic results in one session. 

For those who have mild to moderate skin damage and want a less aggressive procedure, they can opt for the non-ablative Fraxel laser or the Fraxel re:fine treatment. This treatment can also be a form of prevention and maintenance for those who have less photodamage in their skin. Non-ablative Fraxel laser leaves the surface of the skin intact and only does the work in the deeper layers of the skin. Due to this, the patient may only have little to no downtime after the procedure, but since it is more gentle, the results are minimal and require 3-6 sessions spaced at 2-4 weeks to achieve the desired result.  

The best candidates for a Fraxel treatment should have any of the following: 

• Sun-damaged skin 
• Acne, surgery, or chickenpox scars 
• Wrinkles or lines on the face 
• Brown spots due to aging or the sun

Being the capital for plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments, Korea has a complete menu of surgical transformations, laser treatments, and skincare. Getting a Fraxel laser treatment in Korea is a standard procedure that most clinics should have this kind of skin resurfacing treatment.

Additionally, you can have a medical tourism service provider like Seoul Guide Medical help you find the best clinic to get the treatment. Also, having the procedure in Korea saves you a significant amount of money. You can expect for five sessions of Fraxel laser to be equal to or less than one session of the treatment when done in the US or Europe. 

Fraxel laser treatment takes between 15 minutes to 1 ½ hours for the whole procedure. The duration mostly depends on the technique used and the size of the area being treated. You should arrive one hour before your scheduled appointment because the doctor will administer a numbing cream that takes 40-60 minutes to effect. Once the anesthesia has taken effect, the treatment will start. 

1. The doctor will apply a water-based gel on the patient’s face to protect the outer layer of the skin. 
2. He will then put a form of protection on the patient’s eyes to make sure that the laser beams will not damage the eyes. 
3. The doctor will then put the Fraxel laser device on top of the area for treatment. 
4. Once the treatment has finished, the doctor will apply a cream or gel on the area to protect the treated areas from being exposed to the outside environment. 

Through the “damage” brought about by Fraxel laser treatment to the dermis, it produces new collagen that tightens the skin and also improves skin tone, texture, and pigmentation. The procedure also eliminates scarring, age spots, sun spots, brown spots, and makes your skin look more youthful. Through the before and after pictures below, see for yourself how Fraxel treatment has improved the skin.

The recovery for Fraxel treatment depends on which Fraxel laser you had. If you underwent the non-ablative laser, then your skin can heal within a week. For ablative Fraxel laser treatment, recovery can take two weeks or more depending on how fast the person’s body undergoes the healing process. 

Right after the treatment, the skin will have swelling and redness and may feel and look like mild to severe sunburn (depending on the treatment). Some may also feel stinging and itching several days after undergoing the procedure; your doctor will highly advise that you should not touch, scratch, or pick the treated area because this may cause scarring. While recovering from resurfacing treatment, your skin will become dry and will also peel.

This is why it is a must that you follow your doctor’s instructions, just like the following: 

To conclude, Fraxel laser helps in the resurfacing of the skin from issues of aging, scarring, sun damage, and pigmentation, which results in tightened skin, improved tone, and texture, and clear, bright skin. The treatment is approved, thus can be beneficial to all skin types. With the two existing categories, it can cater to both mild and severe skin issues. The recovery process, especially for non-ablative, is fast and requires none to minimal downtime, which is a great pro for most people. 

As usual, there is no other place to have this procedure than in South Korea because not only do they have the best and latest technology for Fraxel laser, but also the best doctors and lowest price for a guaranteed result. So, if you have decided to have this procedure, book your consultation through the website of your preferred clinic, or you can contact Seoul Guide Medical, and we will assist you with everything you need from start to finish of your Fraxel laser treatment.