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Combined erbium:YAG laser resurfacing and face lifting
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|February 24, 2001
Summary
Combining erbium:YAG laser resurfacing with surgical facial rejuvenation offers a safe and effective approach for facial aging, achieving high success rates with minimal complications in nonsmokers.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Dermatology
- Laser Technology
Background:
- Facial aging results from gravity-induced ptosis and photoaging.
- Traditional combined face lifting and CO2 laser resurfacing carries risks like thermal damage and necrosis.
- Erbium:YAG lasers offer precise ablation with minimal thermal effect, presenting a safer alternative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of combining various surgical facial rejuvenation techniques with simultaneous erbium:YAG laser resurfacing.
- To assess the complication rates associated with this combined approach.
Main Methods:
- A total of 257 patients underwent combined erbium:YAG laser resurfacing and surgical facial rejuvenation.
- Surgical methods included endoscopic, deep plane, and subcutaneous face lifts.
- Simultaneous, full-facial laser resurfacing was performed using various erbium:YAG lasers.
Main Results:
- The combined procedure was successful in over 95% of patients with minimal morbidity.
- Minor complications included skin necrosis in two heavy smokers (1%), synechia in 2%, and temporary ectropion in 1%.
- No significant scarring, infection, or hypopigmentation occurred.
Conclusions:
- Simultaneous erbium:YAG laser resurfacing and surgical facial rejuvenation is a safe and effective method for facial rejuvenation in nonsmokers.
- The low thermal effect of erbium:YAG lasers minimizes risks associated with combined procedures.
- Surgeons should gain expertise in erbium:YAG laser techniques before performing combined treatments.
