Subtle surgical artistry for a refreshed, refined appearance.
Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Edward Szachowicz offers Fraxel re:pair laser skin resurfacing for Edina, MN, and Minneapolis-St. Paul residents who want to rejuvenate aged and sun-damaged skin with a single treatment. This advanced carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is also an effective, nonsurgical way to gently tighten even the most delicate skin. Fraxel re:pair treatments are safe for not only the face, but also the neck, chest, and hands. Popular with both women and men, Fraxel re:pair is a safe and effective procedure that tightens loose skin and removes years from your appearance.
This is a 64 y/o woman who enjoys a very active and outdoors lifestyle. This is her one month after a Fraxel CO2 Laser skin resurfacing Procedure to her face, neck and chest. Notice the improvement of her lines and skin wrinkles, including the lips. Notice that the Fraxel CO2 did not cause her to be hypo-pigmented or overly lightened.
The Fraxel laser emits thousands of tiny points of laser light onto the skin, sparing healthy islands of tissue between the dots. The laser energy stimulates collagen production in the upper layers of the skin. Because the areas between the dots of laser light are untreated, healing is much more rapid and safety is increased conventional CO2 lasers. In addition, there is less disturbance of natural skin color.
The best candidates for Fraxel re:pair laser skin resurfacing are people who want to address any of the following signs of aging and sun damage on the face, neck, chest, and hands:
See real results from Dr. Szachowicz’s skilled artistry. Our gallery showcases natural-looking facelifts and complementary facial rejuvenation procedures—refined enhancements that restore harmony, definition, and confidence.
Every result reflects a personalized approach—shaped by your unique features and goals. Expect refreshed contours, smoother skin, and subtle improvements that look like you—just more rested and refined.
Fraxel is one of the most trusted names in laser skin resurfacing. Dr. Szachowicz has been using the Fraxel CO2 laser for skin resurfacing since 2007. He has taught national seminars to physicians on the use of CO2 laser resurfacing and was one of the first doctors to perform facial laser resurfacing in Minnesota.
This is a 68 y/o woman with sun-exposed skin which was treated with Fraxel CO2 laser skin resurfacing as part of her facial rejuvenation program (Facelift, Necklift and Fat Grafting).
Dr. Szachowicz prefers to perform Fraxel re:pair laser skin resurfacing using IV conscious sedation for optimal patient comfort. When using the re:pair laser at the proper setting for addressing sun damage, the discomfort from the laser is alleviated by the sedation anesthesia. When the procedure is complete, you awaken, ready to go with your caretaker shortly thereafter. Sedation anesthesia eases the fear patients may have of discomfort or awareness of the laser procedure. When you get home, you can easily begin your cleansing washes with little to no discomfort. The feedback from our patients has been uniformly positive for the benefits of IV conscious sedation.
DAYS 1-3
Gentle cleansing of the skin every 2 hours while awake, and then once during the night. Thorough cleansing is the best and fastest way to heal with new healthy skin, with minimal problems. The skin is pink and clean.
You can cleanse in the shower for convenience. Next, a mild vinegar soak is followed by Vaseline ointmen
DAYS 4 – 7 TO 10 DAYS
A brand new layer of skin ‘resurfaces’ your face; which goes from pink to red. Moisturizer is applied to keep the new skin from drying. Residual swelling fades rapidly. Much of the freckling and brown spotty pigmentation is gone.
The initial redness fades to a blush pink.
Beginning at 7 to 10 days, you can easily wear makeup or tinted sunscreen to balance the color.
Treatment with oral anti-viral medication for the prevention of cold sores is recommended for all patients having a CO2 laser resurfacing. Meticulous skin care after the procedure is the strongest measure to promote rapid healing and minimize infection. Although healing is rapid, the treated skin needs to be protected after the treatment until healing is complete. Sun protection with sunscreen is recommended to protect the newly healed skin from further photoaging, and unwanted pigmentation. Clients with darker skin types may experience some hyperpigmentation after treatment which may require treatment. Blemishes and scarring are possible. Some clients may need a second treatment session to obtain optimal results. Fraxel treatment is not recommended if you are pregnant.
“Dr. Szachowicz is a master at his craft. I would highly recommend him to everyone. I have been seeing Dr Szachowicz for over 5 years and I couldnt’ be happier with my treatments and results. He is extremely brilliant, knowledgeable, and honest. I have recommended him to many friends and will not go to anyone else. ”
“I feel so great about myself.
“Your aesthetic eye, attention to detail, overwhelming kindness and generosity are very much appreciated. Now, when I look in the mirror, I feel so great about myself. I realize how fortunate I am to have someone as wonderful as you to give me such a precious gift!””
“Thank you for being there to help me on my journey. Thank you for being such a professional. Thank you for helping me have nicer skin again. Thank you for being a kind and caring person who came through with flying colors. Thank you for being the person I always have thought you were. Thank you for being there to help me on my journey.”
“Dr. Szachowicz is a master at his craft. I would highly recommend him to everyone. I have been seeing Dr Szachowicz for over 5 years and I couldnt’ be happier with my treatments and results. He is extremely brilliant, knowledgeable, and honest. I have recommended him to many friends and will not go to anyone else. ”
