Punch excision combined with erbium:YAG fractional laser: its application on different types of scars in Asian patients (a pilot study)

J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2011 Aug;13(4):196-9. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2011.594064. Epub 2011 Jun 29.

Abstract

Scars cause significant impact on the quality of life of the affected patients and compel the search for more effective treatments. Ablative laser skin resurfacing, either alone or in combination with other modalities, is the gold standard for treating various scars but is associated with prolonged recovery and many side effects. To address these limitations, newer modalities employing the principle of fractional photothermolysis have emerged. Herein, we investigated the combined effect of punch excision and the erbium:YAG (Er:YAG) fractional laser on different types of scars in Asian individuals.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Asian People
  • Cicatrix / surgery*
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Cosmetic Techniques*
  • Face / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lasers, Solid-State / therapeutic use*
  • Middle Aged
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Pilot Projects
  • Young Adult