Treatment for:  Wrinkles, age spots, sun spots, large pores

Fraxel laser is an FDA-approved treatment which uses a unique fractional approach whereby appearance is improved by affecting only a fraction of your skin at a time. By design, it targets between 20 and 25% of your skin surface It is an effective, gradual procedure that creates new healthy tissue by stimulating the body to naturally repair aging and photodamaged skin without significant down time.  After Fraxel laser treatment your skin will feel softer, look smoother and tighter and your pores will be smaller.  Brown, pigmented areas on your skin will be reduced or eliminated.

Special Package Pricing for Fraxel Laser Treatment in our Charlotte, NC Offices:

2 treatments 10% off, 3 treatments 15% off and 4 treatments 20% off! Total package must be paid in advance. For more details contact Linda Jones. ( Offer valid until May 31st, 2012)

Dr. McElgunn discussing Fraxel Laser Treatment

What is Fraxel Laser used for?

Fraxel Laser is used to reverse signs of photo-aging such as wrinkles, age spots and sun spots. Because Fraxel spares healthy tissue it may be used on the face, neck, chest and hands.  Fraxel causes tightening b ut not lifting of the skin.

Is the Fraxel laser painful?

There is moderate discomfort associated with the Fraxel laser treatment. A topical cream anesthetic is applied to your face and left on for one hour so that you will be comfortable during the procedure.  We may also prescribe an oral pain medication to take by mouth before the treatment.

Is Fraxel safe?

Fraxel is FDA-approved.  The risks of scarring, pigmentation and redness are significantly less than with ablative laser procedures.

Are there any pre-treatment procedures?

If you are prone to cold sores, an anti-viral medication will be prescribed for you to start the day before your procedure and for several days after your procedure.

How is the procedure performed?

The Fraxel laser treatment is an office procedure which takes about 30-45 minutes.  The skin is first cleansed and the topical cream anesthetic is applied and left on for one hour.  After it is wiped off, a water-soluble tinted blue cream is applied to the treatment area. This allows the Fraxel handpiece to recognize the skin and therefore work. This is washed off after the procedure. The laser handpiece is applied to the skin and a cooling device is used at the same time for your comfort.

What are the possible side effects?

Because this laser does not remove the outer layer of skin, patients experience minimal after effects. You will experience a mild sunburn sensation for 1-2 hours after your laser treatment.  Redness and swelling is minimal and usually lasts for 3 days.  The skin will then have a pinkish tone for 5-7 days. Then your skin will have a bronze apprearance for several days.

How many treatments will I need?

For optimal improvement you should have a series of  3-5 treatments spaced 2-4 weeks apart.

When will I see results?

Results are both immediate and progressive, with noticeable, beneficial effects occurring immediately and for 1-3 months after the last treatment.

How do I take care of my skin after Fraxel Laser treatment?

As the skin heals, micro-exfoliation occurs.  Use a gentle moisturizer during this period.  In addition, a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher and careful sun protection is important.

You may apply make-up the day following treatment.  You should also be able to return to work and social activities the day following your treatment.

Treatment for:  Wrinkles, age spots, sun spots, large pores

Fraxel laser is an FDA-approved treatment which uses a unique fractional approach whereby appearance is improved by affecting only a fraction of your skin at a time. By design, it targets between 20 and 25% of your skin surface It is an effective, gradual procedure that creates new healthy tissue by stimulating the body to naturally repair aging and photodamaged skin without significant down time.  After Fraxel laser treatment your skin will feel softer, look smoother and tighter and your pores will be smaller.  Brown, pigmented areas on your skin will be reduced or eliminated.

Special Package Pricing for Fraxel Laser Treatment in our Charlotte, NC Offices:  2 treatments 10% off, 3 treatments 15% off and 4 treatments 20% off! Total package must be paid in advance. for more details contact Linda Jones.

Dr. McElgunn discussing Fraxel Laser Treatment

What is Fraxel Laser used for?

Fraxel Laser is used to reverse signs of photo-aging such as wrinkles, age spots and sun spots. Because Fraxel spares healthy tissue it may be used on the face, neck, chest and hands.  Fraxel causes tightening b ut not lifting of the skin.

Is the Fraxel laser painful?

There is moderate discomfort associated with the Fraxel laser treatment. A topical cream anesthetic is applied to your face and left on for one hour so that you will be comfortable during the procedure.  We may also prescribe an oral pain medication to take by mouth before the treatment.

Is Fraxel safe?

Fraxel is FDA-approved.  The risks of scarring, pigmentation and redness are significantly less than with ablative laser procedures.

Are there any pre-treatment procedures?

If you are prone to cold sores, an anti-viral medication will be prescribed for you to start the day before your procedure and for several days after your procedure.

How is the procedure performed?

The Fraxel laser treatment is an office procedure which takes about 30-45 minutes.  The skin is first cleansed and the topical cream anesthetic is applied and left on for one hour.  After it is wiped off, a water-soluble tinted blue cream is applied to the treatment area. This allows the Fraxel handpiece to recognize the skin and therefore work. This is washed off after the procedure. The laser handpiece is applied to the skin and a cooling device is used at the same time for your comfort.

What are the possible side effects?

Because this laser does not remove the outer layer of skin, patients experience minimal after effects. You will experience a mild sunburn sensation for 1-2 hours after your laser treatment.  Redness and swelling is minimal and usually lasts for 3 days.  The skin will then have a pinkish tone for 5-7 days. Then your skin will have a bronze apprearance for several days.

How many treatments will I need?

For optimal improvement you should have a series of  3-5 treatments spaced 2-4 weeks apart.

When will I see results?

Results are both immediate and progressive, with noticeable, beneficial effects occurring immediately and for 1-3 months after the last treatment.

How do I take care of my skin after Fraxel Laser treatment?

As the skin heals, micro-exfoliation occurs.  Use a gentle moisturizer during this period.  In addition, a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher and careful sun protection is important.

You may apply make-up the day following treatment.  You should also be able to return to work and social activities the day following your treatment.Es un tratamiento para: arrugas, manchas de la edad, manchas solares, poros grandes

Láser Fraxel es un tratamiento aprobado por la FDA, que utiliza un enfoque único fraccionado mediante el cúal mejora el aspecto de su piel afectando sólo una fracción de su piel a la vez. Por su diseño, ataca entre el 20 y el 25% de la superficie de su piel. Es un procedimiento efectivo, gradual, que crea tejidos nuevos y sanos, estimulando el organismo para reparar naturalmente el envejecimiento y la piel dañada sin tiempo que perder. Después del tratamiento con láser Fraxel su piel se sentirá suave, se vera suave y firme y sus poros estarán más pequeños. Aréas pigmentadas de color marrón en la piel se reducen y hasta se pueden eliminar.

El Dr. McElgunn discute el tratamiento con Fraxel

¿Qué es y para qué se utiliza el láser Fraxel?

El láser Fraxel se utiliza para revertir los signos del foto-envejecimiento tales como arrugas, manchas por edad y manchas solares. Porque el Fraxel no afecta el tejido sano es que se puede utilizar en la cara, cuello, pecho y manos. El Fraxel puede fortalecer la piel pero no la levanta.

¿El láser Fraxel es doloroso?

Hay una incomodidad moderada asociada con el tratamiento con láser Fraxel. Un anestésico tópico en crema se aplica en la cara y se deja por una hora para que usted se sienta cómodo durante el procedimiento. También se le puede recetar un medicamento para el dolor para tomar por vía oral antes del tratamiento.

¿Es seguro Fraxel?

Fraxel es aprobado por la FDA. Los riesgos de cicatrices, pigmentación y enrojecimiento son significativamente menores que con los procedimientos de láser ablativo.

¿Existe algún procedimiento de pre-tratamiento?

Si usted es propenso a herpes labial, un medicamento anti-viral será recetado para comenzarse el día antes del procedimiento y durante varios días después del procedimiento.

¿Cómo se realiza el procedimiento?

El tratamiento con láser Fraxel es un procedimiento que dura unos 30-45 minutos. La piel se limpia primero, luego se aplica un anestésico tópico en crema y se deja durante una hora. Se le limpia el aréa, y se aplica una crema de color azulosa a la zona de tratamiento. Esto permite que la pieza de mano Fraxel reconozca la piel que se esta tratando. Esto se lava después del procedimiento. La pieza de mano se aplica sobre la piel y se utiliza también un aplicador de frio para la piel.

¿Cuáles son los posibles efectos secundarios?

Debido a que este láser no elimina la capa externa de la piel, los pacientes experimentan efectos secundarios mínimos. Usted sentirá una sensación de quemadura solar leve durante 1-2 horas después del tratamiento con láser. El enrojecimiento e hinchazón es mínima y por lo general tiene una duración de 3 días. La piel tendrá entonces un tono rosado durante 5-7 días. Luego, su piel tendrá una apariencia bronceada por varios días.

¿Cuántos tratamientos se necesitan?

Para una mejoría óptima usted debe tener una serie de 3-5 tratamientos a intervalos de 2-4 semanas.

¿Cuándo veré los resultados?

Los resultados son notables de inmediato y progresivos, los efectos beneficiosos se producen de inmediato y durante 1-3 meses después del último tratamiento.

¿Cómo puedo cuidar de mi piel después del tratamiento con láser Fraxel?

A medida que sana la piel una microexfoliación se produce. Use un humectante suave durante este período. Además, un protector solar con un SPF de 30 o más ya que la protección solar es importante.

Usted puede aplicarse maquillaje el día después del tratamiento. También podrá volver al trabajo y las actividades sociales al día siguiente de su tratamiento.