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Restore Healthier Skin Through Advanced Fractional Laser Resurfacing

Over time, sun exposure, aging, and environmental damage leave lasting changes beneath the skin's surface. Fine lines deepen, pigmentation becomes more noticeable, skin texture becomes uneven, and acne scars may persist long after breakouts have resolved. While skincare products can help maintain healthy skin, they often cannot reverse these structural changes on their own.

Fraxel® is an advanced fractional laser treatment designed to resurface damaged skin while stimulating new collagen production deep within the dermis. By treating only microscopic portions of the skin during each session, Fraxel promotes powerful skin renewal while allowing surrounding healthy tissue to accelerate healing.

The result is smoother skin, improved tone and texture, softened wrinkles, reduced pigmentation, and a healthier, more youthful-looking complexion. Fraxel has become one of the most extensively studied and trusted fractional laser technologies for skin rejuvenation.

  • Improve wrinkles and fine lines
  • Reduce sun damage and pigmentation
  • Improve acne scars
  • Smooth uneven skin texture
  • Stimulate long-term collagen remodeling
  • Reveal healthier, rejuvenated skin

At Elevate Dermatology, every Fraxel treatment begins with a comprehensive consultation. Our board-certified dermatologists will evaluate your skin concerns and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals, skin type, and expected recovery.

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Healthy Skin

Aging, sun exposure, and environmental stress all leave their mark. Why Does Skin Become Damaged?

Healthy skin is constantly renewing itself. Collagen provides structure and firmness, elastin allows the skin to stretch and recoil, and healthy cell turnover continually replaces damaged skin cells with new ones. Together, these natural processes help maintain smooth texture, even pigmentation, and youthful-looking skin.

As we age, collagen production naturally declines and skin renewal slows. At the same time, years of ultraviolet (UV) exposure, pollution, smoking, and other environmental factors accelerate collagen breakdown and damage healthy skin cells. This cumulative damage often appears as wrinkles, sun spots, uneven texture, enlarged pores, and pigmentation changes.

Previous acne breakouts, injuries, or surgery may also leave permanent changes within the deeper layers of the skin. Because these concerns extend beneath the surface, topical skincare products alone are often unable to achieve meaningful improvement.

  • Natural collagen loss with age
  • Cumulative UV and environmental damage
  • Slower skin cell turnover
  • Wrinkles and fine lines
  • Pigmentation and uneven texture
  • Acne and surgical scarring

Common Causes of Skin Damage

Natural Aging

Over time, collagen and elastin production decline while skin renewal slows, contributing to wrinkles, rough texture, and loss of firmness.

Sun & Environmental Damage

Daily ultraviolet exposure is responsible for much of the visible aging seen in the skin, including pigmentation, sun spots, uneven texture, and collagen breakdown.

Scarring & Skin Remodeling

Acne, injuries, and surgical procedures can permanently alter the skin's structure. Fractional laser resurfacing helps stimulate collagen remodeling to improve the appearance of these scars.

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Fractional Laser Technology

Advanced fractional laser resurfacing that stimulates collagen renewal. How Fraxel Works

Fraxel is an advanced non-ablative fractional laser that creates thousands of microscopic treatment zones beneath the skin's surface. These controlled treatment zones stimulate the body's natural healing response while leaving surrounding tissue intact, allowing for more efficient healing.

As your skin repairs itself, damaged cells are gradually replaced and new collagen is produced deep within the dermis. This process improves skin texture, softens wrinkles, reduces pigmentation, and remodels certain types of acne and surgical scars.

Unlike treatments focused primarily on maintaining healthy skin, Fraxel is designed to repair accumulated skin damage and produce more significant skin resurfacing results. Although recovery is longer than gentler laser treatments, patients often achieve more noticeable improvement in fewer sessions.

  • Fractional non-ablative laser technology
  • Stimulates deep collagen remodeling
  • Improves wrinkles and skin texture
  • Reduces pigmentation and sun damage
  • Improves selected acne and surgical scars

What Are the Benefits of Fraxel?

Fraxel addresses multiple signs of aging and skin damage simultaneously by resurfacing the skin while stimulating long-term collagen production.

Reduce Wrinkles

Softens fine lines and wrinkles while improving overall skin firmness through collagen remodeling.

Improve Sun Damage

Reduces visible photodamage, sun spots, and pigmentation caused by years of UV exposure.

Smooth Skin Texture

Improves rough or uneven skin, creating a smoother and more refined complexion.

Improve Acne Scars

Stimulates collagen remodeling to improve the appearance of many atrophic acne scars over a series of treatments.

More Even Skin Tone

Helps restore a brighter, more uniform complexion by reducing pigment irregularities.

Long-Term Collagen Renewal

Collagen production continues for months after treatment, allowing results to improve gradually over time.

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Fraxel® vs. Clear + Brilliant®: Which Fractional Laser Is Right for You?

Clear + Brilliant

Clear + Brilliant is designed for preventative skin rejuvenation and maintaining healthy-looking skin. It is best suited for patients with early signs of aging, mild sun damage, uneven skin tone, enlarged pores, and dullness who want gradual improvements with little to no downtime. Because treatments are gentle, most patients benefit from a series of three to six sessions to achieve optimal results and maintain long-term skin health.

Fraxel

Fraxel is a more intensive fractional laser resurfacing treatment designed to correct accumulated skin damage. It penetrates deeper into the skin to stimulate collagen remodeling, making it an excellent option for moderate sun damage, wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, and more significant pigmentation concerns. Although recovery is longer, patients often achieve more noticeable improvement in fewer treatments.

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What to Expect During Treatment

Consultation

Your treatment begins with a comprehensive consultation to assess your skin, review your medical history, and discuss your goals. We'll determine whether Fraxel is the most appropriate treatment and create a personalized treatment plan.

Treatment

A topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to maximize comfort. The Fraxel handpiece is then passed across the skin, delivering thousands of microscopic laser treatment zones. Depending on the treatment area, the procedure typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes.

Recovery

Following treatment, redness, swelling, and a sunburn-like sensation are expected. As healing progresses, the skin gradually exfoliates and fresh, healthier skin emerges. Most patients return to normal activities within several days, although complete recovery varies depending on treatment intensity.

Recovery & Results Timeline

Day 1-2

Redness, warmth, and mild swelling are common immediately following treatment.

Days 3-5

The skin begins to feel rough as damaged surface cells naturally exfoliate and are replaced by healthier skin.

Week 1

Most visible redness has improved, and many patients notice smoother skin with a brighter complexion.

Weeks 4-12

New collagen continues to develop beneath the skin, leading to ongoing improvements in texture, pigmentation, and fine lines.

Long-Term Results

Results continue to improve for several months and can be maintained with proper skincare, sun protection, and periodic maintenance treatments.

Maintenance

Your dermatologist will recommend an individualized treatment schedule based on your skin concerns and long-term goals.

Why Choose Elevate Dermatology?

Successful laser resurfacing depends on more than the device itself. Proper patient selection, individualized treatment settings, and expert post-treatment guidance all play an important role in achieving safe, natural-looking results. At Elevate Dermatology, our board-certified dermatologists develop personalized treatment plans based on your skin type, concerns, and goals, ensuring your care is grounded in evidence-based dermatology.

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Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions

  • Fraxel® is an advanced non-ablative fractional laser that resurfaces damaged skin while stimulating collagen production deep within the skin. It is commonly used to improve wrinkles, sun damage, pigmentation, acne scars, surgical scars, and overall skin texture.

  • Fraxel creates thousands of microscopic treatment zones within the skin while leaving surrounding tissue intact. This controlled process stimulates the body's natural healing response, encouraging collagen remodeling and replacing damaged skin cells with healthier new tissue.

  • Fraxel is commonly used to improve fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, uneven pigmentation, rough skin texture, enlarged pores, acne scars, and selected surgical scars. During your consultation, we'll determine whether Fraxel is the most appropriate treatment for your concerns.

  • Both treatments use fractional laser technology, but they are designed for different goals. Clear + Brilliant focuses on preventative skin rejuvenation and early signs of aging, while Fraxel delivers a deeper treatment intended to correct more advanced sun damage, wrinkles, pigmentation, and scarring. Your dermatologist will recommend the treatment that best aligns with your skin and goals.

  • Most patients tolerate Fraxel well with the help of a topical numbing cream applied before treatment. You may experience a warm, prickling sensation during the procedure, followed by temporary redness and a sunburn-like feeling afterward.

  • Treatment time varies depending on the area being treated but generally takes between 30 and 60 minutes, in addition to time for consultation and application of topical numbing cream.

  • Recovery is longer than with gentler laser treatments. Most patients experience redness, swelling, and a rough sandpaper-like texture for several days as the skin naturally renews itself. Your dermatologist will provide personalized aftercare instructions based on your treatment.

  • As your skin heals, you'll begin to notice smoother texture and improved tone. Because collagen remodeling continues over time, results often continue to improve for several weeks to months following treatment.

  • The number of treatments depends on your skin concerns and desired outcome. Some patients achieve excellent improvement after a single treatment, while others may benefit from a series of sessions, particularly when treating acne scars or more extensive sun damage.

  • Results vary depending on your skin, age, lifestyle, and sun exposure. Daily sun protection, medical-grade skincare, and maintenance treatments when appropriate can help preserve your results for years to come.

  • Yes. Fraxel is commonly used to improve the appearance of many atrophic acne scars by stimulating collagen remodeling beneath the skin. Several treatments may be recommended depending on the severity and type of scarring.

  • Fraxel may improve the appearance and texture of selected surgical scars by promoting collagen remodeling. Whether a scar is suitable for treatment depends on its age, location, and characteristics.

  • Fraxel stimulates collagen production, which may improve skin firmness and texture. However, patients with significant skin laxity may benefit from treatments specifically designed for skin tightening. Your dermatologist will discuss the most appropriate options during your consultation.

  • Fraxel may be appropriate for some patients with darker skin tones, but treatment recommendations should always be individualized. During your consultation, we'll assess your skin type and determine whether Fraxel or another laser treatment is the safest and most effective option for you.

  • Before treatment, avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning, wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, and follow any pre-treatment instructions provided by your dermatologist. You may also be asked to temporarily discontinue certain skincare products or medications depending on your treatment plan.

  • Yes. Fraxel is often incorporated into a comprehensive treatment plan alongside medical-grade skincare and selected cosmetic procedures. Your dermatologist will recommend a personalized approach based on your skin concerns and goals.

  • Fraxel is an excellent option for many patients seeking to improve wrinkles, sun damage, pigmentation, acne scars, or overall skin quality. A consultation at Elevate Dermatology is the best way to determine whether Fraxel is the right treatment for your skin and goals.

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Why choose Elevate Dermatology?

At Elevate Dermatology in Pickering, care is provided by a team of board-certified dermatologists with expertise spanning both medical and cosmetic skin health. The clinic combines proven treatments with the latest technology to ensure results that are safe, effective, and tailored to each patient. From managing everyday skin concerns to offering advanced procedures like Secret PRO, the dermatology team is committed to helping individuals look and feel their best in a professional, welcoming environment.

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