Ep 144 Skin Rejuvenation Using Fraxel: The Original Fractionated Laser | Dr Shobhan Manoharan

Episode 144 hosts Dr Shobhan Manoharan (Internationally-renowned cosmetic and laser dermatologist based in Brisbane, Australia) He specialises in the use of energy based devices for both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Manoharan is a key opinion leader for Solta Medical, a brand of Bausch health. Solta's impressive technology portfolio includes Fraxel, Thermage, Clear + Brilliant, Isolaz, liposonix and VASERlipo. After getting to know Dr Manohran we first define what we mean by skin quality and more interestingly, what our patients perceptions of their skin are. 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Meet Dr Shobhan Manoharan 04:55 Growth of Laser and Energy Based Dermatology 10:59 Understanding Skin Health and Aging Changes 18:27 Why Skin Quality Matters Beyond Injectables 26:25 Common Mistakes Patients Make With Skin Care 33:29 Introduction to Laser Technology and Categories 41:37 Difference Between Ablative and Fractionated Lasers 48:53 What Fraxel Is and How It Works 52:09 Indications Including Pigmentation, Aging and Scarring 61:45 Treatment Process, Downtime and Recovery Expectations 68:49 Combining Fraxel With Other Treatments and Injectables 76:38 When Injectors Should Refer Patients for Laser Therapy 80:09 Managing Patient Expectations and Treatment Planning 86:34 Pricing, Training and Key Takeaways for Practitioners

This episode was supported by Solta Medical, the company behind Fraxel: the original fractionated laser

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