Ablative Skin Resurfacing

作者：Agrawal Nidhi; Smith Greg; Heffelfinger Ryan^*

来源：Facial Plastic Surgery, 2014, 30(1): 55-61.

DOI：10.1055/s-0033-1364223

• laser resurfacing
• skin rejuvenation
• ablative fractional photothermolysis

Ablative laser resurfacing has evolved as a safe and effective treatment for skin rejuvenation. Although traditional lasers were associated with significant thermal damage and lengthy recovery, advances in laser technology have improved safety profiles and reduced social downtime. CO2 lasers remain the gold standard of treatment, and fractional ablative devices capable of achieving remarkable clinical improvement with fewer side effects and shorter recovery times have made it a more practical option for patients. Although ablative resurfacing has become safer, careful patient selection and choice of suitable laser parameters are essential to minimize complications and optimize outcomes. This article describes the current modalities used in ablative laser skin resurfacing and examines their efficacy, indications, and possible side effects.

• 出版日期2014-2