Fractionated CO2 Laser Resurfacing: Our Experience With More Than 2000 Treatments
Accepted 15 May 2009.
Fractionated carbon dioxide (CO2) laser resurfacing combines the concept of fractional photothermolysis with an ablative 10600-nm wavelength. This technology allows for the effective treatment of rhytides, photodamage, and scars, with shorter recovery periods and a significantly reduced side effect profile as compared to traditional CO2 laser resurfacing. In this article, the authors review the concept of fractional photothermolysis, the expanding array of indications for use of fractionated CO2 lasers, and their preferred treatment technique.
Reprint requests: Roy G. Geronemus, MD, Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York, 317 E. 34th St., New York, NY 10016
DISCLOSURES
Dr. Geronemous is a shareholder and investigator for Solta Medical and is also a member of the medical advisory board for Lumenis. Drs. Hunzeker and Weiss have no financial interest in and receive no compensation from manufacturers of products mentioned in this article.
1 Dr. Hunzeker is a dermatologist in private practice in Pittsburgh, PA. Drs. Weiss and Geronemus are dermatologists in private practice in New York, NY.
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