TLDR Ablative CO2 laser resurfacing tightens skin by destroying and regenerating skin layers.
Ablative carbon dioxide laser resurfacing targeted water in the epidermis and dermis, causing their destruction and promoting collagen remodeling, which theoretically resulted in skin tightening. The procedure involved thermal injury to the dermis, leading to the regeneration of new epidermal cells from pluripotent epithelial cells of the hair follicles. Unlike fractionated CO2 laser therapy, this method required only a single treatment, although postoperative management was more involved and extended.
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July 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” More men are getting non-surgical cosmetic treatments due to increased income and social acceptance, with less invasive options being preferred.
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August 2007 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Newer skin resurfacing lasers reduce damage and scarring, with some approved for safe use and minimal side effects.
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November 2021 in “PLoS ONE” Ablative fractional laser treatment rejuvenates skin by altering gene expression and promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration.
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June 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Ablative fractional resurfacing could improve how well topical drugs penetrate the skin, but more research is needed to fine-tune the method.
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