Fractora Instructions

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Fractora

 

Contraindications

  • Pregnant/ Breastfeeding
  • Pacemaker or neurostimulation device
  • Sunburn

Pre-Treatment instructions

  • Hydrate – moisturize skin in the morning and in the evening. Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day to completely hydrate your skin and optimize your treatment results.
  • Medications – you may be provided a prescription for anti-viral medication prophylaxis 3-4 days prior to the procedure if you are undergoing a deeper peel or have a history of herpes simplex to avoid an outbreak.
  • Topical retinoid should be discontinued 3-4 days prior to treatment.
  • Avoid any prolonged direct exposure to the sun. Avoid self-tanner and spray tanning for 7-10 days prior to treatment.
  • Avoid taking anticoagulation for 10 days before treatment, if medical condition allows. 
  • Arrive for treatment with clean skin or numbing cream if directed. There should be no lotion, make-up, perfume, powder, bath/shower oils present on the skin. 

Post-Treatment instructions

  • Most patients will experience a clinical endpoint of erythema (redness) for 1-3 days. Slight to moderate edema (swelling) and a moderate sunburn sensation may last longer. Skin may crust and peel 2-7 days depending on treatment settings.
  • No bandages or wraps necessary.
  • Use water ONLY for the first 24 hours. Then you may resume your normal skincare routine.
  • Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation. The use of SPF 50+ after 48 hours.
  • Multiple treatments over a period of several months may be required to achieve desired response.