Non-ablative fractional laser treatment is an expensive scar treatment. The cost of non-ablative fractional laser treatment varies widely, but on average you can expect about $1,000 per session. While non-ablative fractional laser treatment is more expensive than some other scar repair procedures, the cost must be weighed against its safety and efficacy.
Non-ablative fractional laser treatment is considered to be a cosmetic procedure, so your health insurance is unlikely to cover the cost. Check your insurance coverage before scheduling a treatment.
The total cost of non-ablative fractional laser treatment depends on the:
- Type of laser: The type of laser determines the cost of one treatment session:
- Treatment with a fractional laser is typically less expensive per session compared to a non-fractional laser. In other words, a single treatment session with a non-ablative non-fractional laser should be more expensive than a single treatment session with a non-ablative fractional laser.
- Number of treatments: As with all laser types, multiple (3-5) treatments with non-ablative fractional lasers are usually necessary to achieve the desired results. Since most doctors charge per treatment, the more treatments, the higher the costs will be.
- Size of skin area to be treated: The larger the area of skin that will be treated with a non-ablative fractional laser, the higher the price is likely to be. The table below shows the estimated total cost of treating the entire face with different types of lasers.
| Average cost per session (whole face) | $1,000 |
| Typical number of sessions needed | 3-5 |
| Average total cost (whole face) | $3,000 – $5,000 |
- Geographic location of medical facility: Laser resurfacing is more expensive in some cities and countries than in others.
- Physician’s experience: Doctors who have more experience with non-ablative fractional lasers may charge a higher fee. With all laser resurfacing, it is important to select a highly experienced doctor for your treatment.
- Recurrence of scars: Raised and keloid scars may potentially improve, but they are well known to sometimes regrow, requiring a new round of treatments. This will drive up the costs.
If you decide to undergo laser resurfacing, ask multiple doctors for their price estimates before scheduling a treatment.