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Laser resurfacing in pigmented skin

C Ho1, Q Nguyen, N J Lowe

  • 1Division of Dermatology, UCLA Medical Center, USA.

Dermatologic Surgery : Official Publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [Et Al.]
|December 1, 1995
PubMed
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Laser skin resurfacing effectively treats wrinkles and acne scars in darker skin types (III-IV). Proper pre- and post-treatment care minimizes risks like hyperpigmentation, ensuring safe and successful outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Aesthetic Medicine
  • Laser Technology

Background:

  • Laser skin resurfacing shows promise for treating solar elastosis and acne scars.
  • Ultrapulse carbon dioxide (CO2) laser and SilkTouch flashscanner offer precise control.
  • Limited data existed for laser resurfacing in darker skin types (III-IV).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of laser skin resurfacing in skin types III and IV.
  • Assess treatment outcomes for facial rhytides and acne scars in pigmented skin.

Main Methods:

  • Thirty Asian and Hispanic patients with facial rhytides and acne scars were treated.
  • Pre-treatment included topical application of tretinoin, hydroquinone, and desonide creams.
  • Ultrapulse 5000C CO2 laser or Silk-Touch flashscanner was utilized for treatment.

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Main Results:

  • All patients experienced 25-50% improvement in facial rhytides and acne scars after one treatment.
  • Persistent erythema was the most common side effect, resolving within 6 weeks.
  • Hyperpigmentation was managed with topical creams and broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Conclusions:

  • Laser skin resurfacing is a viable treatment for facial rhytides and acne scars in skin phototypes III and IV.
  • Implementing proper pre- and postoperative management significantly reduces the risk of dyspigmentation.