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Fractora skin treatment is a fractional rejuvenation and resurfacing treatment that improves the overall appearance of the skin, targeting fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity, acne scarring, tone and texture, in an effort to slow the effects of aging and restore skin to its youthful appearance. Fractora can be used on any area that can benefit from superficial skin renewal. The most commonly treated areas include lower eyelid, upper eyelid, smile lines, forehead, cheeks, mouth, and neck. Face and body areas that exhibit wrinkles, loose, crepey skin, or acne scarring are suitable for treatment. For best results, 1-6 treatments are recommended.

Who is a good candidate for Fractora?

• Any person looking to address fine lines, wrinkles, loose crepey skin or acne scars, for superficial resurfacing.
• Lighter skin tones, type I-III.

Who is a poor candidate for Fractora?

• Darker skin tones, type IV-VI.
• Smokers
• Any medical condition that may impair skin healing
• Any poorly controlled endocrine disorder such as diabetes or thyroid disorder
• Internal pacemaker/defibrillator
• Permanent implants in area to be treated
• Use of Accutane in the previous six months
• Pregnant or nursing
• History of skin disorders such as keloid scarring, abnormal wound healing, as well as very dry and fragile skin
• A history of diseases stimulated by heat, such as recurrent Herpes Simplex in the treatment area.
• Any active condition in the treatment areas such as open sores, infection, psoriasis, eczema or rash, as well as excessively/fresh tanned skin
• Any surgical, invasive, or ablative procedures in the treatment are in the last three months or incomplete healing
• Unrealistic goals for outcome

What are the benefits of Fractora?

• Effectively addresses fine lines, pore size, tone and texture, skin laxity, redundant folds, jowls
• Minimally invasive with little downtime
• Effective treatment for acne scarring and stretch marks
• Can be used for permanent cessation of hyperhidrosis (underarm sweating)
• Similar to outcome to more invasive, ablative lasers with less downtime

What areas can be treated?

• Face, neck, hands, underarms (excessive sweating), breasts, abdomen, arms, or any body area needing lifting, tightening or resurfacing.

How many treatments will you need?

• One to six treatments, 4 to 6 weeks apart

What is the downtime?

• Two to ten days depending on skin quality and treatment area. You will keep the area moist with post treatment ointment for 2-3 days after your procedure. Most patients experience redness that resolves after a few hours. Some patients experience small scabs. Rarely patients experience bruising.

What can I expect the day of my treatment?

• Most treatments depending on area take approximately 2 to 2.5 hours. The area to be treated is numbed with a topical numbing medication for one hour. In addition you may use ProNox to make your treatment more comfortable. The actual treatment time of procedure is depending upon area, fifteen minutes to one hour. After Fractora is completed a post procedure ointment will be applied to keep the area moist. You will be able to drive yourself home after your treatment.

How can you optimize your treatments for the best outcome?

• Hydrate by drinking 8-10 glasses of water the day before and the day of your treatment.
• Autologous Growth Factors can be added to your procedure to increase collagen production and optimize your outcome.
• Adhere to a healthy skin regimen, wearing sunblock and avoiding long periods of sun exposure.

What are the results that you can expect?

• While most results vary from patient, most find that their skin looks and feels tighter, firmer and more radiant immediately. However, results continue to improve over 3-6 months as the effects of growing new collagen is seen.

How long can you expect your results to last?

• Results are variable from patient to patient with most experiencing improvement up to two years. As you will continue to age and lose collagen and elastin, a maintenance radio frequency treatment, i.e. Forma/Forma Plus, is recommended every three to four months to maintain results.

*For the above treatments, individual results may vary. Optimal results seen when combined with a complete, comprehensive skin care program. Multiple sessions may be part of a treatment plan.