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Fractional deep dermal ablation induces tissue tightening
Zakia Rahman1, Heather MacFalls, Kerrie Jiang
1Department of Dermatology, Stanford University, Stanford Medical School, Stanford, California 94305, USA.
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine
|February 20, 2009
Summary
Fractional deep dermal ablation (FDDA) offers a safer alternative to traditional skin resurfacing. This new laser treatment effectively improves photodamaged skin with minimal adverse events.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Laser Technology
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Traditional ablative resurfacing carries significant risks.
- Fractional deep dermal ablation (FDDA) was developed as a safer, less invasive alternative.
- This study investigates FDDA for treating photodamaged skin.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of fractional deep dermal ablation (FDDA) for skin resurfacing.
- To assess clinical and histological outcomes of FDDA in treating photodamaged skin.
- To compare FDDA with traditional ablative resurfacing methods.
Main Methods:
- A prototype fractional CO(2) laser device was used for treatments.
- Initial treatments were performed on forearms, followed by a multi-center study on faces and necks.
- Subjects received 1-2 treatments with varying energy densities and densities.
- Clinical and histological assessments were conducted at multiple follow-up points.
- Improvement in rhytides, pigmentation, texture, laxity, and overall appearance was evaluated.
Main Results:
- FDDA demonstrated an improved safety profile compared to traditional ablative resurfacing.
- Both epidermal and dermal tissue resurfacing were effectively achieved.
- Treatments were well-tolerated, with no serious adverse events reported.
- Eighty-three percent of subjects showed moderate or better overall improvement.
Conclusions:
- Fractional deep dermal ablation (FDDA) is a safe and promising treatment for skin resurfacing.
- FDDA effectively targets both epidermal and deep dermal tissue.
- This modality represents a significant advancement in treating photodamaged skin.
