[For Skin Texture Reset] Erbium Fraxel

Features of Erbium YAG Fractional Laser Treatment

Application of Erbium YAG vs. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Laser

CO2 lasers can deliver energy deep into the skin, but this process can cause excessive thermal damage to surrounding tissues, potentially leading to hyperpigmentation.

Conversely, the Erbium YAG laser is a fractional device that can precisely deliver energy from the epidermis to the dermal-epidermal junction while minimizing thermal damage to surrounding tissues.

Customized Parameter Settings Reflecting Individual Skin Characteristics

We precisely adjust the depth and intensity of the laser according to your skin type.

For example, for thin skin, we treat with lower energy multiple times, while for thicker skin, we use stronger energy in a single pass, adapting the treatment to the specific skin condition.

Application of Overlap Technology

For areas that require improvement, such as fine lines, scars, or enlarged pores, we repeatedly irradiate with the laser to more meticulously adjust the treatment intensity.

The treatment can also be applied to areas prone to fine lines due to aging, such as the back of the hands or the neck. While treatment in these areas can be challenging, we adjust the treatment settings in a special way, considering the characteristics of each body part, such as skin regeneration ability and sebaceous gland distribution.

Synergistic Effect of Fractional Laser Treatment Through Skin Booster Delivery Technology

Effectively utilizes the micro-channels created on the skin surface after fractional laser treatment.

Immediately after the procedure, when a skin booster is applied to the skin, the process is designed to ensure that the active ingredients are smoothly delivered to the dermis.

We adjust the degree and intensity of laser overlap considering deep scars or differences in skin thickness across areas. This method allows us to open pathways for active ingredients to be absorbed up to the dermal-epidermal junction.

When skin boosters with fine particles like PDRN or Juvelook are administered together, it helps the active ingredients to be absorbed more effectively into the dermis, which is essential for skin regeneration. This is expected to help improve pores, fine lines, and acne scars.

Understanding Fractional Laser Treatment

Fraxel is a treatment name that implies 'fractional'. Instead of irradiating the entire skin with a laser, it delivers energy only to specific areas with tiny gaps in between.

It creates tiny, almost invisible, pinpoint micro-holes on the skin surface to induce stimulation. This stimulation helps promote the skin's own regenerative processes.

This method of inducing partial damage allows for an overall improvement in the skin while reducing the burden of recovery after the procedure.

Distinction Between Ablative and Non-Ablative Fractional Lasers

Ablative fractional lasers finely ablate the outermost layer of the skin, the epidermis, and deliver laser energy up to the dermal layer boundary. This can help improve skin texture, wrinkles, and pigmentation issues, and may require a certain period of recovery after treatment.

Non-ablative fractional lasers deliver thermal energy only to the dermis without damaging the epidermis. While the recovery period may be shorter, the changes brought about by the treatment may be relatively limited.

The Erbium YAG fractional laser used here is a type of ablative laser.

How Erbium YAG Fractional Lasers Work

Erbium YAG fractional laser is one type of ablative laser that utilizes a 2940nm wavelength, which has a high absorption rate in water within the skin.

This wavelength works by finely vaporizing and removing tissue from the epidermis to the dermal-epidermal junction. This process enhances the accuracy of laser depth control, reduces thermal damage to surrounding tissues, and allows for relatively fast recovery.

Because the laser instantaneously vaporizes water in the skin to remove tissue rather than burning surrounding tissue, it reduces the risk of post-treatment hyperpigmentation and alleviates the overall burden of the procedure.

Key Differences Between DOE and MLA Methods

Fractional laser energy delivery methods are broadly divided into two types: DOE (Diffractive Optical Element) and MLA (Microlens Array). The DOE method disperses laser energy uniformly across all irradiated areas, which can reduce patient discomfort during treatment. However, there are certain limitations in energy output intensity, making the medical team's precise treatment skill crucial for scar improvement.

In contrast, the MLA method concentrates laser energy strongly at the center of the irradiated area, becoming weaker towards the periphery. While this can be effective for treating deep scars, excessive energy concentration in specific areas may lead to a slightly longer recovery period after treatment.

Advantages of Erbium YAG Fractional Laser Treatment

Our Erbium YAG fractional laser uses the DOE method.

This method delivers laser energy uniformly across the entire skin, which can reduce discomfort during treatment.

The DOE method can positively influence the improvement of pores, fine lines, and overall skin texture. For acne scar improvement, the overlap technology can be applied together to expect changes.

Helps regenerate collagen and elastin: The laser organizes damaged skin tissue and stimulates fibroblasts in the dermis, contributing to skin feeling denser and more elastic. This can lead to smoother and firmer skin texture.

Expectations for pore contraction: After the treatment, as the fibrous tissues around the pores are reorganized, a reduction in pore size and a refined skin surface can be expected.

Changes in acne scars: As scar tissues formed over time gradually disappear and are replaced by new collagen tissues, the overall skin texture is likely to improve smoothly.

Erbium YAG Fractional Laser Related References

Serdar ZA et al. Dermatol Ther. 2019:

Study results involving 333 patients with facial and neck wrinkles

If you consistently receive 3-4 sessions of Erbium YAG Fraxel treatment, it can help improve skin texture, fine wrinkles, and pigmentation.

This content can be found in a co-authored paper by Robati RM et al., published in J Cosmet Dermatol in 2020.

This treatment is suitable for those who are concerned about facial pores and fine wrinkles, or who are interested in maintaining overall skin health.

Even with just one treatment session, you can expect an improvement in fine wrinkles.

By consistently receiving 3 or more treatment sessions, you can maintain the treatment effects for a longer period and experience results such as refined pores.

A Message from Our Head Doctor

Every day in the consultation room, I examine patients' skin and realize that each individual has different skin characteristics, and even the same person's skin condition changes daily.

During Fraxel treatment, we carefully assess the patient's current skin condition and precisely adjust the laser output and depth down to 0.1 units.

Our medical team always prioritizes patient safety and aims for accurate treatments.

The results of Fraxel treatment can vary depending not only on the equipment's performance but also on the skilled techniques and know-how of the medical staff performing the procedure.

We will always do our best to meet the expectations and satisfy everyone who visits us.

Treatment Benefits

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• 01. You can expect effectiveness in alleviating enlarged pores and post-acne marks.
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• 02. It creates microscopic holes on the skin surface, stimulating collagen production and promoting the skin's natural healing process.
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• 03. It evens out overall skin tone and also has benefits in improving skin elasticity.
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Recommended for

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• 01. Those who wish to brighten and even out dull and uneven skin tone
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• 02. Those concerned about enlarged pores or deep acne scars
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• 03. Those who wish to reduce post-acne marks from past breakouts
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• 04. Those who wish to improve facial fine wrinkles and overall dull skin complexion
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Treatment Areas

The treatment can primarily be applied to areas where skin elasticity has decreased or fine wrinkles are visible, such as the face, neck, and back of the hands.

Treatment Process

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• STEP 01. Personalized Consultation
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• STEP 02. Anesthetic Cream Application
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• STEP 03. Fraxel Laser Treatment
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• STEP 04. Post-Treatment Soothing Care
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Post-Treatment Precautions

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• ㆍOn the day of the treatment, it is best to refrain from washing your face and applying makeup. From the next day, you can gently wash your face with mild products.
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• ㆍRedness, minor marks, or mild pain may persist in the treated area for about a week. Applying an ice pack for cooling management can help reduce discomfort.
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• ㆍSince Fraxel treatment utilizes the principle of laser resurfacing, do not forcibly peel off the dead skin cells that emerge around 3-4 days after the treatment; allow them to fall off naturally.
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• ㆍUntil all dead skin cells have naturally shed, you should avoid activities that can irritate the skin, such as drinking alcohol, smoking, using saunas, and intense exercise.
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• ㆍThe period of approximately 1-2 weeks after treatment is crucial for skin regeneration along with the shedding of dead skin cells. During this time, it is recommended to consistently apply a regenerative ointment to aid skin recovery.
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• ㆍAfter treatment, skin soothing and moisturizing care are important. When going outdoors, be sure to apply sufficient sunscreen to protect your skin.
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