Fractional Eyelift Procedure is used to reduce eyelid drooping and wrinkles without having to go under the knife and arguably with minimal downtime. In good hands the right type of fractional laser offers excellent results that are similar to a surgical eye lift without incisions.

Fractional Eyelift represents one of the latest advancements in fractional laser resurfacing technology and is used by many cosmetic surgeons as a safe and effective alternative to surgery.

“The Fractional Eyelift dramatically reduces the appearance of dark circles and eye wrinkles, tightens upper and lower eyelid skin and helps to elevate drooping eyebrows,” says Bruce E. Katz, M.D., board certified dermatologist and director of the Juva Skin & Laser Center in New York City. “It has a number of the benefits of a surgical eyelift without the risks and downtime. The only problem it doesn’t address is bulging fat pads.”

Metal eye shields are used during treatment to protect a patient’s eyes from injury. The only anesthesia needed for the procedure is a numbing cream that is applied to the eyelids. In a recent study of Fractional Eyelift involving more than 300 participants, patients showed dramatic and consistent results, Katz said.

The fractional laser resurfacing procedure works by breaking up the laser light beam into columns that target the area intended for treatment and leave surrounding skin tissues intact. The laser beam ablates damage elastic and collagen fibers in the skin, allowing new tissue to grow back in their place. Healing occurs quickly and is virtually painless. The end results are fewer wrinkles, a reduction in dark skin pigmentation and tighter skin in the treated areas.

In order to achieve the best results from the Fractional Eyelift, surgeons typically recommend three to five sessions delivered at two to three-week intervals.

I have just made a comment to an article named “Looking Younger Without Surgery” published by Hudson Valley Press in Newburgh, New York. Read full text.

Dr. Ran Rubinstein, board-certified facial plastic surgeon and founding physician of Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Specialists PC, is among the first in the tri-state region offering two new aesthetic solutions to turn back the clock on aging and sun-damaged skin.

Dr. Rubinstein has Fraxel re:store and re:pair, and provide the benefits of traditional skin resurfacing techniques without significant downtime and risks. “The results we are achieving with both the Fraxel re:store and re:pair laser systems are remarkable,” said Dr. Rubinstein. “Fraxel treatments represent new-generation laser resurfacing with predictable results. They allow me to rebuild damaged skin like digital photo modification – spot by spot.”

With the new Fraxel re:store and re:pair laser treatments, patients receive:

• Plumping of acne scars and surgical scars
• Smoother skin texture
• Reduced wrinkles and fine lines
• Improved skin tone
• Softening of deep frown lines

Fraxel restore and repair offer two levels of laser treatment according to Dr. Rubinstein. “While both reduce the appearance of acne scars, surgical scars, wrinkles, age and sun spots, I recommend re:store for anyone who wants more vibrant, younger looking skin with little to no downtime,” said Dr. Rubinstein. Three to five re:store treatment sessions are recommended at two to four week intervals.

“Fraxel re:pair is the more intensive treatment – best for more damaged skin,” explained the doctor. The fractionated laser technology in Fraxel re:pair has reduced downtime to as little as five days, in most cases. Usually only a single treatment is required. The added safety of both Fraxel technologies has made laser resurfacing safe for the face, as well as the neck, chest and hands Dr. Rubinstein added.

I wonder if Dr. Rubenstein is familiar with Nd:YAG/Erbium modalities used in a combination in one seating, sometimes referred to as Bi-Modal Facial Rejuvenation.

The Hudson Valley Press is the “first and only minority newspaper that gives coverage to Orange, Dutchess, Westchester, Rockland, and Ulster Counties. While primarily targeting the African American and Latino community, the weekly Hudson Valley Press promotes unification among all races and celebrates diversity.”

We have not seen any reputable studies on using ablative fractional lasers, so Dr. Rubenstein’s input would be very appreciated. The picture used in the article as “Wrinkles before/after Fraxel laser procedure” is showing a skin type II-III woman.

Aesthetic practitioners know that Fraxel is an expensive laser, treatments are expensive also, and they are not so well tolerated by patients with darker skin types. The first generation (non-ablative) did not live up to physicians’ expectations. The newer Fraxel (and many other fractional lasers that have been rolled out on the market by all major laser manufacturers) is ablative. Neither CO2 nor Erbium work well on skin types V-VI and require caution.

Comments, anybody?

• Fraxel and fractional laser treatments pictures
• Fraxel and fractional lasers – video

This is our most recent (constantly updated) collection of video materials demonstrating Fraxel laser skin rejuvenation, Fraxel and fractional laser skin resurfacing technology, fraxel CO2 laser acne scars, Fraxel laser skin tightening, and Fraxel laser wrinkles.

Clinical Procedures in Laser Skin Rejuvenation

As the number and variety of lasers increase, it is timely to review which lasers are best for which clinical procedures. This well illustrated text from respected authorities provides the answers for a number of commonly encountered problems. Even established laser surgeons will be interested to learn about newer laser varieties, such as fractionated lasers, and on methods to combine additional and adjunctive procedures for a better esthetic result.

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