Laser resurfacing

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Laser resurfacing has evolved into one of the most effective tools for rejuvenating wrinkled and photodamaged skin. Several carbon dioxide lasers are commonly used today, and improving technologies are facilitating their widespread use. Operative indications for these lasers have expanded to include concurrent use with ancillary facial rejuvenation procedures. Histologically, a new zone of collagen 1 formation seems to be central to the regeneration of improved skin. Protocols for preoperative care vary considerably, although the use of some medications, such as antiviral agents, is common. Postoperative dressings and adjunct therapies also vary. Despite these variations, some protocols are widely used to ensure safety and minimize certain complications. The minimization of complications and unfavorable results is crucial for the expansion of laser resurfacing technology, but few control studies exist to show the exact effectiveness of many commonly used techniques.

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