Fraxel DUAL

Fraxel® DUAL 1550/1927 is an FDA-approved laser treatment that improves tone, radiance, and texture in sun-damaged or scarred skin. This dual-wavelength laser targets uneven skin tone, dark spots, sun damage, fine lines, wrinkles and scars with microscopic laser columns that penetrate deep into your skin to expedite your body’s remodeling of collagen. Since the laser treats only a fraction of tissue at a time, it leaves the surrounding tissue intact, which promotes rapid healing with minimal downtime.

Frequently asked questions

  • Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher; avoid direct sun exposure for at least 3 months after your last treatment; and wear a wide-brimmed hat when you’re in the sun.

  • It will depend on your particular condition and how you care for your skin. Once your skin is treated, continue to protect it against the sun, as described above. You will receive specific advice based on your individual needs.

  • 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 treatments, most patients feel like they have a sunburn, which usually diminishes in 1 to 3 hours.

  • Clinical studies suggest that on average, an effective treatment regimen is 3 to 5 sessions spaced about 2 to 4 weeks apart. Depending on your condition and schedule, you and the physician may choose to space treatment sessions further apart. Results are immediate and progressive, with optimal improvement usually visible in 2 to 3 months. This time frame and treatment structure allow for healing and the production of new collagen to replace damaged tissue.

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

  • Wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, age spots/sunspots, melasma (irregularly shaped dark patches), actinic keratoses, and rough or bumpy skin.

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

 Before & After Fraxel DUAL Treatment