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Cutaneous lasers: a review

A Rosenbach1, T S Alster

  • 1Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery, Washington, DC, USA.

Annals of Plastic Surgery
|August 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Advanced lasers offer precise treatment for diverse skin conditions, including vascular and pigmented lesions. Ongoing technological advancements promise further innovation in laser dermatology for improved patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology and Laser Technology

Background:

  • Lasers are versatile tools for treating various skin conditions.
  • Selective destruction of cutaneous lesions is achievable by matching laser properties to target absorption characteristics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolving applications and technological advancements in laser treatment for dermatological conditions.
  • To highlight the potential for future discoveries in laser medicine and surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current laser technologies and their applications in dermatology.
  • Discussion of the principles of selective photothermolysis for targeting skin lesions.
  • Examination of recent advancements in laser devices and their clinical impact.

Main Results:

  • Lasers effectively treat vascular, pigmented, epidermal, and dermal lesions with minimal damage to surrounding skin.
  • Recent successes include the treatment of rhytides, photodamaged skin, and scarring.
  • Modern lasers are more reliable, offer higher energy, shorter pulse widths, and faster delivery rates.

Conclusions:

  • Laser technology is rapidly advancing, making older devices obsolete.
  • Continued evolution of laser techniques and discovery of new indications are expected.
  • Physicians studying skin are well-positioned to advance laser medicine and surgery through clinical and histological investigations.

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