10/06/2016
What does a fractional laser do?
There are two types of fractional lasers that Dr. Lee Ho Pyo can use, the more gentle, erbium-type fractional lasers, like the Fraxel (often called “non-ablative” by doctors), and the CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser systems.
In general, the Fraxel and similar lasers are better for younger patients (under 50), mild to moderate acne scarring, and fine wrinkles. The CO2 systems are better for older patients, deeper wrinkles, some skin tightening, deeper acne scarring, and other scars. The fractionated CO2 lasers can treat more deeply, but they also can require more downtime than the Fraxel.
Fraxel is good for those who experience:
-Sun damage, fine wrinkles, and aging on the face, neck, chest and hands but also on the arms, legs, and back;
-Certain cases of melasma;
-Certain kinds of acne scarring and surgical scars;
-To improve the crepiness and fine lines around the eye and on the eyelids.
-To improve skin texture and tone.
-To reduce precancerous lesions by replacing sun damaged skin with new skin.