We offer Fraxel lasers at our offices in NYC and Long Island. It is an innovative treatment that rejuvenates the skin’s appearance. The technology works by triggering the body’s natural repair response. Dr. Rokhsar was involved in the development of the Fraxel laser and is a Black Diamond award winner for performing the most Fraxel treatments.
He introduced Fraxel to physicians in Asia, Europe, and South America in 2005. He is a double board-certified dermatologist. Dr. Rokhsar trained the majority of dermatologists that use this laser in the USA.
Dr. Rokhsar published the first paper1 on the treatment of wrinkles and sun damage, acne and surgical scars, as well as melasma with Fraxel laser.
To find out how Fraxel can improve your appearance – book an appointment online or call (212) 285-1110 today.
Fraxel is the original, gold-standard laser using fractional technology. It’s a great alternative to laser skin resurfacing2 which is older technology with longer downtime. Therefore, when Dr. Rokhsar treats your skin with Fraxel, you will experience significant improvements.
The lasers treat sun spots, skin tone, texture, and signs of aging on many skin types. Fraxel initiates the body’s natural healing process to create new, healthier tissue that replaces skin imperfections. It also remodels the collagen and boosts elastin to tighten the skin’s structure.
In NYC, Fraxel is used for the face and neck, as well as other areas of the body, mostly the hands or chest. The main skin conditions we treat with Fraxel are:
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The Fraxel family of lasers creates tiny areas of mico-damage to certain skin layers. This stimulation causes skin cells to repair and generate firm, youthful skin tissue.
There are several advantages to fractional resurfacing with the Fraxel™3 Dual laser over older, fully ablative CO2 lasers.
These benefits include:
Dr. Rokhsar treats patients with the full line of Fraxel. In New York and in Long Island, he has the Fraxel Dual laser, Repair, and Restore lasers.
Fraxel Dual is a non-ablative laser, which is effective in treating hyperpigmentation, brown spots, sun damage, sun exposure, and melasma. It combines two wavelengths for best skin rejuvenation results. However, multiple treatments are needed.
The Dual laser system has an attached cooling effect to make treatment more comfortable with consistent and accurate cooling. The laser session takes about 15 minutes.
Fraxel Repair is a more powerful, fractional CO2 ablative laser. Dr. Rokhsar targets very small areas and removes the patient’s epidermis (the outer layer of skin) so new skin can replace it.
This means more post-treatment redness, scaling, peeling, and swelling. However, this laser also has unparalleled, dramatic skin rejuvenation results after just one session.
Fraxel Restore is non-ablative. It is included in the Fraxel Dual device. The Restore Fraxel laser does not remove any tissue and feels like a hot stone massage.
There is less recovery time with Restore. After each session, patients experience less peeling, redness, and swelling.
| Procedure | Fraxel™ Restore | Fraxel™ Repair | Fraxel™ Dual |
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3 days, mild swelling, peeling and redness | 4-6 days, mild swelling, flaking and redness | 4-5 days, mild swelling, peeling and redness |
During your consultation, Dr. Rokhsar helps you determine which is the best Fraxel laser for your goals. Our patients usually see maximum results over time. Because the skin continues to naturally repair itself with new collagen production, which is the elasticity protein that structures the skin, results will be gradual and the skin will continue to improve over the following weeks and months.
Dr. Rokhsar has more experience in Fraxel lasers than almost any other doctor in the US. National TV shows and magazines have featured him as a Fraxel expert. He has lectured and trained thousands of physicians domestically and overseas in how to apply the treatment protocols he developed to achieve the best results for their patinets.
Furthermore, Dr. Rokhsar was the first to introduce the wide clinical application of this laser technology. He has been a featured speaker on this subject at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery5, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery and the International Society for Cosmetic and Laser Surgeons6.
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Your total cost for a series of Fraxel Laser® treatments depends on which area of the body we treat. Price factors include the treatment area and how many sessions we will do.
The cost of your initial Fraxel consultation at our NYC or LI offices can be a credit towards your Fraxel treatment.
Results may vary according to your skin’s condition, and age. However, you can expect them to last for several years. Within weeks of your final treatment, you will have a more even skin tone.
Your skin will also look brighter and more youthful. Over time, the deeper layers of your dermis will continue healing. Therefore providing additional improvements to the quality of your skin.
While some patients say that the procedure is not painful at all, you may experience minor discomfort during the treatment. The amount of pain you experience will depend on your pain tolerance.
However, patients most commonly describe it as a slight stinging sensation. Before your procedure, we first apply numbing cream or topical anesthetic to make your session comfortable.
Fraxel can be used on the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, and legs. While Fraxel can be applied to other areas of the body, Dr. Rokhsar may recommend a different treatment option that works better for you.
You may look like you have sunburn in the days to follow. It is important to keep the skin moist and to use sunscreen. By decreasing salt intake, drinking more water, and sleeping at an angle you can also help speed up the healing process.
However, unlike more intense laser treatments, Fraxel Restore Dual requires minimal, quick recovery.
The Fraxel Dual contains two wavelengths. The lasers use the traditional non-ablative 1550mm Erbium fiber laser to penetrate deep into the tissue. The addition of the 1927mm Thulium fiber laser offers superficial or cosmetic treatment as well.
This benefit results in uneven pigment fading more quickly. Often termed the “microscopic facelift,” these lasers work together to create tiny wounds in the deepest layers of the skin. And the body naturally refreshes and rebuilds the skin. This effect heals collagen and elastin, resurfacing skin from the inside out.
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121 East 60th Street, Suite 8AB New York, NY 10022
(212) 285-1110
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References
1 The treatment of photodamage and facial rhythides with Fraxel (fractional photothermolysis). Available: https://www.researchgate.net/.
2 Fraxel skin resurfacing. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17471124/.
3 Fraxel. Available: https://www.fraxel.com/.
4 FDA Approval Status for Fraxel. Available: https://www.dermanetwork.org/.
5 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS). Available: https://www.asds.net/.
6 About ISAPS. Available: https://www.isaps.org/about-isaps/.
Dr. Cameron Rokhsar is the founder and owner of Cosmetic Laser Skin & Surgery Center. With degrees from Harvard University and NYU, along with multiple publications and media features, the double board-certified dermatologist and laser surgeon proudly shares his expertise with patients in Garden City, Manhattan, and those who fly in to receive treatment at his offices. Dr. Rokhsar has worked extensively with Vbeam laser, Thermitight, Coolsculpting, and Fraxel laser technology, as well as Allergan and other injectable brands. He pioneered the Non-Surgical Nose Job and continues to be a leader in his field.
Dr. Rokhsar was chosen by
magazine as a top dermatologist in its Best Doctors 2017, 2019 and 2020 issues.
5 star rating at RealSelf