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Current Laser Resurfacing Technologies: A Review that Delves Beneath the Surface
Jason Preissig1, Kristy Hamilton, Ramsey Markus
1Department of Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.
Seminars in Plastic Surgery
|August 2, 2013
Summary
Dermatologic lasers, including ablative and nonablative types, offer various skin rejuvenation benefits like improving wrinkles and photoaging. This review guides surgeons in selecting the best laser platform for their practice.
Area of Science:
- Dermatologic surgery
- Aesthetic medicine
- Laser technology
Background:
- Skin rejuvenation treatments are widely available using various laser platforms.
- These lasers address concerns such as wrinkles, photoaging, scarring, and dyspigmentation.
- Current technologies include ablative, nonablative, fractionated, and unfractionated lasers, alongside radiofrequency devices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To inform surgeons about available dermatologic laser platforms.
- To clarify the distinctions between different laser types.
- To aid in selecting the most suitable laser for surgical practices.
Main Methods:
- Review of current dermatologic laser platforms.
- Comparison of ablative versus nonablative laser characteristics.
- Analysis of fractionated and unfractionated laser applications.
- Inclusion of radiofrequency technologies.
Main Results:
- Different laser classes offer varying degrees of skin resurfacing efficacy.
- Nonablative lasers provide faster healing but may be less effective than ablative lasers.
- Fractionation of lasers distributes treatment, reducing downtime and complications but increasing treatment sessions.
Conclusions:
- Understanding laser types is crucial for effective skin rejuvenation.
- The choice between ablative and nonablative lasers depends on desired outcomes and patient tolerance for downtime.
- Fractional laser technology offers a balance between efficacy and recovery.
