Fraxel Laser (Fraxel re:store) Doctor Testimonials

What Doctors Are Saying About the Fraxel® Laser Treatment (Fraxel re:store) of Acne Scars and Surgical Scars

“Young adults with acne scarring oftentimes don’t have the disposable income to pay for expensive fullface laser procedures like the CO2 laser. The Fraxel laser is the perfect therapy for them, because we can treat one small area at a time without worrying about color changes or lines of demarcation. Since Fraxel laser treatments are highly targeted, patients end up saving money by only getting the affected area treated.”

Deborah Atkin, M.D., Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar, Del Mar, CA.

“The Fraxel laser works better than any treatment modality I’ve ever seen for all types of scars. I used to think that the CO2 laser was the treatment of choice for acne scars. But the CO2 produces a finite level you can go to before experiencing significant side effects. With the Fraxel laser, there is no finite endpoint where you have to stop because it does not cause damage to the skin like the CO2 and other ablative lasers.”

Richard E. Fitzpatrick, M.D., La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, La Jolla, CA; and
Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine and Dermatology, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA.

“The Fraxel laser allows us to treat a variety of acne scars, including broad scars and deep, pitted acne scars with minimal downtime. In our practice, we have treated hundreds of acne scarring patients with the Fraxel laser, and we’ve seen significant improvements on all areas of the face, particularly the cheeks and temple area. And we can safely and effectively treat acne scars on the neck, chest and upper back.”

Paul Friedman, M.D., Derm Surgery Associates, Houston, TX; and Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX.

“In our practice, the Fraxel laser has become the treatment of choice for acne scars. Unlike its ablative counterparts, the Fraxel laser poses very small risk of complications and there is virtually no downtime involved with the procedure. While its safety and efficacy are unmatched, the Fraxel laser is unique in its ability to treat scars off the face – on areas such as the neck, chest and back – and on skin of color.”

Roy Geronemus, M.D., Director of the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of New York, New York, NY; and Clinical Professor of Dermatology, New York University Medical Center, New York, NY.

“When you live in a climate such as San Diego where the majority of residents have photodamage from year-round sun exposure, the Fraxel laser offers them the option to treat localized areas such as scars or larger areas like sun damage for an overall facial rejuvenation. And the Fraxel laser is safe enough to use off the face on areas such as the neck, chest, arms and legs that traditionally posed much higher risks of complications with ablative lasers.”

Jason R. Lupton, M.D., Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar, Del Mar, CA; and Clinical Instructor of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA.

“There is no doubt in my mind that the Fraxel laser shines as the best in treating acne scarring and enlarged pores. It is the most predictable therapy and produces the best results, improving the depth, width, tone and texture of certain types of acne scars.”

Jeffrey Rapaport, M.D., The Cosmetic Skin and Surgery Center, Englewood Cliffs, NJ.

“With any type of scarring, you rarely get perfect outcomes. But with the Fraxel laser, we’ve seen significant improvement in the patients treated for acne and surgical scarring. I’ve even treated one patient with a large scar on the left side of his face that he’s had since childhood, and the scar has improved dramatically. He really looks great after his fourth treatment. It is very encouraging for anyone suffering from the physical and emotional pain that childhood scars can cause.”

Thomas Rohrer, M.D., SkinCare Physicians of Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill, MA; and Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA.

“Because of its unique fractional resurfacing, the Fraxel laser can penetrate deeper into the skin than ablative therapies without causing side effects or rawness. This approach promotes collagen remodeling that fills in pitted acne scars over time. My patients have been very pleased with their results. And
because they usually notice an immediate improvement in the tone and texture of their scars after the first treatment, all of them return for follow-up treatments.”

Cameron Rokhsar, M.D., New York Aesthetic Consultants, New York, NY; and Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine (Dermatology), Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY.

“The Fraxel laser is like going over a scar with a paintbrush a couple of times and blending it with the surrounding skin. The safety of the device is incredible for such a strong laser. In my practice, I’ve treated patients with the Fraxel laser for surgical scars on their breasts, torso, and arms, and the results have been excellent – with most patients averaging a 50% - 80% improvement.”

Simeon Wall, Jr., M.D., The Wall Center for Plastic Surgery, Shreveport, LA.

“What’s great about the Fraxel laser is that it can be used alone or in combination with other standard therapies for treating acne scars. I’ve seen excellent outcomes in the patients I’ve treated, and they appreciate the little downtime involved compared to other ablative treatments. And with the Fraxel laser, there is virtually no risk of scarring or pigment changes – which are common side effects of the more aggressive therapies. In my practice, the Fraxel laser is the treatment of choice for acne scars.”

Brian Zelickson, M.D., Cosmetic Care Center, Edina, MN, Skin Specialists, Wayzata, MN; and Assistant Associate Professor of Dermatology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN.