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Lasers Med Sci 2019 Jan 4. Epub 2019 Jan 4.

Ophthalmology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.

Fractional CO laser rejuvenation of scars offers a high safety profile. Laser marks usually disappear clinically within 1 week. The authors observed occasional persistence of the laser marks on the scar surface. Read More

Lasers Med Sci 2019 Jan 3. Epub 2019 Jan 3.

Faculty of Physics, University of Ljubljana, Jadranska 19, 1000, Ljubljana, Slovenia.

According to the standard Arrhenius relation, tissue damage is linearly dependent on the duration of exposure to elevated temperatures and exponentially dependent on the temperature itself. However, recently published measurements of damage threshold temperatures at extremely short exposure times (commonly present during laser treatments) exhibit a shift to temperatures that are higher than what would normally be expected from a single-process Arrhenius model. A novel variable heat shock (VHS) response model was developed that takes into account the observed deviation from the single-process Arrhenius relation, by assuming that the cell viability can be described as the combined effect of two biochemical processes that dominate cell survival characteristics at very short and very long exposure times. Read More

Facial Plast Surg 2018 Dec 28;34(6):624-630. Epub 2018 Dec 28.

Department of Plastic Surgery, King Edward VII's Hospital, London, Greater London, United Kingdom.

Facelift surgery is a popular treatment but exhibits high variation among practitioners in terms of both core technique and adjunctive measures. This review identified significant evidence addressing the role of pre-infiltration, drains, fat grafting, fibrin tissue adhesives, hilotherapy, and other miscellaneous adjuncts. Based on the authors' assessment of the current literature, there is reasonable supportive evidence for pre-infiltration, fat grafting and laser skin resurfacing, which appear to be safe and effective in appropriately selected patients. Read More

Scars Burn Heal 2018 Jan-Dec;4:2059513118808773. Epub 2018 Nov 18.

Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, 4 Newark Street, London E1 2AT, UK.

Introduction: Autologous platelet-based concentrates represent increasingly popular adjuncts to a variety of medical, surgical and aesthetic interventions. Their beneficial potential rests on the ability to deliver a high concentration of growth factors to the target tissues. There are currently no reports in the literature appraising the evidence behind the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in scar management. Read More

Semin Cutan Med Surg 2018 Dec;37(4):210-216

Department of Dermatology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York, USA.

The world is flat when it comes to aesthetic treatments, meaning women and men from all walks of life, regardless of culture and ethnicity or even socioeconomic status, are seeking ways to improve their appearance, prevent aging, and rejuvenate their skin. Year after year, statistics show a steady increase in people of color undergoing aesthetic treatments, with neurotoxins, fillers, laser resurfacing, and body contouring being the most sought-after procedures. When treating this cohort of patients, however, dermatologists need to be sensitized to how a patient's ethnicity affects facial structure, the tissue reaction to treatments, and patient's specific expectations for recommended therapies. Read More

Semin Cutan Med Surg 2018 Dec;37(4):226-232

Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.

Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), encompassing the disorders of atrophic vaginitis, urinary incontinence, and pelvic prolapse, affects the majority of postmenopausal women, as well as patients who are undergoing breast cancer treatement, post-ovarectomy, post-radiation, and breast-feeding. There is a need for better treatment options for these common conditions that adversely affect physical function and quality of life and that are often underserved by existing options. Lasers have been used to treat genitourinary tissue for over 40 years, and over the past decade, several lasers and radiofrequency devices have been developed and clinically tested for the treatment of GSM, with an accumulating body of evidence demonstrating their safety and efficacy. Read More

Lasers Surg Med 2019 Jan 15;51(1):88-94. Epub 2018 Oct 15.

Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.

Objective: Lidocaine acts as a local anesthetic by blocking transmembrane sodium channel permeability, but also induces the synthesis of heat shock proteins and sensitizes cells to hyperthermia. A previous study reported two cases of deep focal skin ulceration at points corresponding to depot local lidocaine injection sites after treatment with non-ablative fractional resurfacing and it was hypothesized that lidocaine had focally sensitized keratinocytes to the thermal damage of laser treatment. The objective of this study was to investigate whether lidocaine potentiates hyperthermia damage to both normal and cancerous skin cells using an in vitro model. Read More

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am 2018 Nov 16;26(4):455-468. Epub 2018 Aug 16.

Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Head and Neck Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, 10833 Le Conte Avenue, CHS 62-237, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA.

Skin resurfacing for the purpose of rejuvenation and repair continues to evolve with the development of noninvasive or minimally invasive surgical substitutes. Advances in laser therapy, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma have reinvigorated research in wound repair and regenerative science. An overall positive clinical response toward the use of platelet-rich plasma as an adjuvant to fractional photothermolysis and percutaneous collagen induction is observed. Read More

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am 2018 Nov 16;26(4):439-446. Epub 2018 Aug 16.

Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, 1305 York Avenue, Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10021, USA. Electronic address:

Platelet preparations, including platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rich fibrin matrix, have been used to improve wound healing, recovery time, and cosmetic outcomes for facial rejuvenation. Bioactive growth factors released from platelets are the putative agents in producing a reparative tissue reaction in the treated area. Different methods of processing the patients' blood will yield different types of platelet preparations with different components and properties, and it is important to understand these differences and their potential implications. Read More

Lasers Med Sci 2018 Jul 28. Epub 2018 Jul 28.

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy.

Lower eyelid malposition is the most frequent and severe complication after blepharoplasty and ectropion is observed in 1% of patients after surgery. This article describes a non-surgical method to treat lower eyelid cicatricial ectropion using a non-ablative laser as an alternative to surgery. Twelve patients with unilateral or bilateral lower lid cicatricial ectropion, following surgery or trauma, underwent laser therapy from 2012 to 2016. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2018 08;44(8):1102-1108

Both authors are affiliated with the CUTIS Institute of Dermatology, Srinagar, Kashmir, India.

Background: Lasers and potent topical corticosteroids are used as therapeutic options in hypertrophic burn scars.

Objective: To assess the therapeutic effect of fractional CO2 laser resurfacing in combination with potent topical corticosteroids on hypertrophic burn scars in pediatric age group.

Methods: Ten children (5-12 years) with postburn hypertrophic scars were treated with 3 to 5 sessions of fractional CO2 laser resurfacing at 1-month intervals, and triamcinolone suspension was applied immediately after each laser session. Read More

Am J Clin Dermatol 2018 Aug;19(4):459-477

Department of Dermatology, Medical School of Jundiaí, São Paulo, Brazil.

Background: Modalities for atrophic acne scarring can be classified depending upon the needs they satisfy; that is, resurfacing, lifting/volumization, tightening, or surgical removal/movement of tissue that is required for correction. A plethora of treatment options have resulted from the need to treat various acne scar types, variability of responses noted in various skin types, and increasing popularity of minimally invasive modalities. Still, there is a lack of consensus guidelines on treatment or combination therapies for various clinical scenarios. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2018 08;44(8):1109-1114

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Faculdade de Medicina, Serviço de Anatomia Patológica-Brasil, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Background: Expression of p53 by keratinocytes may be important in the pathogenesis of skin cancer induced by ultraviolet light.

Objective: We used side-by-side nonablative and ablative erbium fractional laser resurfacing to assess the effects on expression of p53 by facial keratinocytes.

Methods: Ten female patients (age range, 50-63 years) with Fitzpatrick skin Types I-IV and clinical signs of photoaging underwent erbium fractional laser resurfacing (nonablative, 1,540-nm; ablative, 2,940-nm) on opposite sides of the face. Read More

Int J Dermatol 2018 Apr 12;57(4):480-487. Epub 2018 Feb 12.

Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Thailand.

Proven as effective acne scar treatment, ablative fractional carbon dioxide (AFCO ) laser requires post-laser wound healing care. MAS063DP is a multicomponent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory moisturizer for effective post-laser treatment. This study compares the efficacy of MAS063DP and 0. Read More

Facial Plast Surg 2018 Apr 5;34(2):205-219. Epub 2018 Jan 5.

Department of Dermatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.

Ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing is a well-established treatment for acne scars. However, there are limited consensus and guidelines regarding the procedure, such as its treatment plan, efficacy, and safety. In this study, we performed a systematic review to assess the efficacy and safety of the fractional carbon dioxide laser treatment procedure, and to provide evidence-based recommendations concerning its practical use on atrophic acne scars. Read More

Pediatr Dermatol 2018 Mar 20;35(2):268-270. Epub 2017 Dec 20.

Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology, Rady Children's Hospital and University of California at San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA.

Keloid scars are benign proliferations of fibrous tissue and collagen that usually occur in response to cutaneous injury. Many treatment modalities have been described in the literature, with variable rates of recurrence and no clear consensus. Keloids remain a therapeutic challenge to patients and physicians alike. Read More

J Drugs Dermatol 2017 Nov;16(11):1085-1090

BACKGROUND: Fractional ablative lasers have been shown to be safe and effective for improving wrinkles, scars, skin texture, and dyspigmentation. However, the exact effects of this technology in vivo on epidermal and dermal skin constituents have not been delineated. This study evaluated the in vivo histological effects over time of treatment with a fractional ablative CO2 system, using different treatment parameters. Read More

J Drugs Dermatol 2017 Sep;16(9):932-934

Traditional rejuvenation techniques include chemical peels, rhytidectomy of the skin, laser resurfacing, injection of dermal fillers and neurotoxins, and invasive surgical procedures. Patients with brow ptosis, jowl formation, and deepening nasolabial folds currently seek antiaging procedures with no incisions and minimal downtime such as thread-lifting with barbed sutures. The present report describes a case in which polydioxanone threads were used to lift the lower third of a patient's face. Read More

Lasers Med Sci 2017 Dec 11;32(9):2047-2054. Epub 2017 Sep 11.

Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of fractional carbon dioxide laser for the treatment of acne scars. Thirty-one participants, 15 female and 16 male, whose mean age was 34.84 ± 10. Read More

Int J Womens Health 2017 28;9:591-595. Epub 2017 Aug 28.

HM Montepríncipe University Hospital Laser Unit, Madrid, Spain.

Background: This study investigated a novel fractional carbon dioxide (CO) laser for treatment of symptoms associated with vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) in perimenopausal women.

Methods: The study included 21 perimenopausal women (mean age 45±7 years) treated three times by CO laser resurfacing and coagulation of the vaginal canal tissue and mucosal tissue of the introitus. Vaginal health index (VHI) scores were computed by the investigator at baseline and follow-ups. Read More

Clin Plast Surg 2017 Oct 21;44(4):757-766. Epub 2017 Jul 21.

Shriners Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA.

In this review, the authors discuss the use of laser photothermolysis and laser resurfacing in the management of hypertrophic burn scars. They provide details regarding preoperative selection, intraoperative decision making, and postoperative care. Read More

Lasers Med Sci 2017 Nov 7;32(8):1927-1933. Epub 2017 Sep 7.

University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Swansea, SA1 6ED, UK.

The development and use of light and lasers for medical and cosmetic procedures has increased exponentially over the past decade. This review article focuses on the incidence of reported cases of skin cancer post laser or IPL treatment. The existing evidence base of over 25 years of laser and IPL use to date has not raised any concerns regarding its long-term safety with only a few anecdotal cases of melanoma post treatment over two decades of use; therefore, there is no evidence to suggest that there is a credible cancer risk. Read More

J Cosmet Laser Ther 2018 Apr 30;20(2):106-113. Epub 2017 Aug 30.

a Department of Dermatology and Venerology (Laser Unit), Al-Hussein Hospital, Faculty of Medicine , Al- Azhar University , Cairo , Egypt.

Introduction: Acne scar is a common distressing complication of acne vulgaris. CO laser resurfacing proved effective for the treatment of this problem, but the associated complications may limit its use. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may increase the chance of favorable outcome. Read More

Appl Bionics Biomech 2017 13;2017:5638680. Epub 2017 Jul 13.

Department of Medical Bioengineering Fundamentals, Institute of Technology, Casimir the Great University, Chodkiewicza 30, 85-064 Bydgoszcz, Poland.

The multispiked connecting scaffold (MSC-Scaffold) prototype, inspired by the biological system of anchorage of the articular cartilage in the periarticular trabecular bone by means of subchondral bone interdigitations, is the essential innovation in fixation of the bone in resurfacing arthroplasty (RA) endoprostheses. The biomimetic MSC-Scaffold, due to its complex geometric structure, can be manufactured only using additive technology, for example, selective laser melting (SLM). The major purpose of this work is determination of constructional possibilities for the structural-geometric functionalization of SLM-manufactured MSC-Scaffold prototype, compensating the reduced ability-due to the SLM technological limitations-to accommodate the ingrowing bone filling the interspike space of the prototype, which is important for the prototype bioengineering design. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2017 Sep;43(9):1137-1143

*All authors are affiliated with the National Skin Centre, Singapore.

Background: Fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser resurfacing unites the idea of fractional photothermolysis with an ablative 10,600-nm wavelength. This technology permits effective treatment of acne scarring, with shorter recovery and a decreased side effect profile as compared to traditional CO2 laser resurfacing.

Objective: The aims of this study were to study the efficacy and safety of fractional CO2 laser for acne scars in Asian patients. Read More

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am 2017 Aug 30;25(3):463-471. Epub 2017 May 30.

Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1855 West Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60611, USA.

Following Mohs reconstruction, several options are available to improve the appearance of the resulting scars. It is critical that the patient has realistic goals before beginning any treatment because scars can be improved but never erased. The surgical and nonsurgical options aim to replace pre-existing scars with ones that are less conspicuous. Read More

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2018 May/Jun;34(3):274-279

Division of Oculofacial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, U.S.A.

Purpose: Cicatricial ectropion and periocular scarring can cause significant functional and cosmetic deficits. Surgical treatments can be associated with recicatrization, donor site morbidity, and textural and pigmentary abnormalities. This case series reports on efficacy and safety of a novel nonsurgical approach to treating cicatricial ectropion using ablative fractional laser resurfacing and laser-assisted delivery of 5-fluorouracil. Read More

Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2017 Aug;25(4):258-264

aDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Washington bClinical Research Division, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center cDepartment of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Surgery Service dLarrabee Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, Seattle, Washington, USA.

Purpose Of Review: To review the recent literature in regards to complications after reconstruction of Mohs defects, outline common pitfalls and to discuss the literature on avoiding complications as outlined per aesthetic subunit.

Recent Findings: Complications in facial Mohs reconstruction commonly consist of infection, wound necrosis and dehiscence, hematoma and suboptimal scarring. However, site-specific complications such as hairline or eyebrow distortion, eyelid retraction or ectropion, nasal contour abnormality, alar retraction, nasal valve compromise, significant facial asymmetry or even oral incompetence must also be considered. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2017 Oct;43(10):1249-1262

*Department of Dermatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois; †Department of Dermatology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts; ‡Section of Dermatology, University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; §SkinCare Physicians, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts; ‖Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York, New York, New York; ¶Department of Dermatology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York; #Union Square Laser Dermatology, New York, New York; **Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Northern California, Sacramento, California; ††Department of Dermatology, University of California Davis School of Medicine, Davis, California; ‡‡Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego Health System, San Diego, California; §§DermOne, LLC, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania; ‖‖Division of Dermatology, Section of Procedural Dermatology, Cooper University Health Care, Marlton, New Jersey; ¶¶Westlake Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery, Austin, Texas; ##Division of Plastic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois; ***Department of Dermatology, Naval Medical Center, San Diego, California; †††Department of Dermatology, Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; Departments of ‡‡‡Otolaryngology, and §§§Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois.

Background: Currently, the isotretinoin (13-cis-retinoic acid) package insert contains language advising the discontinuation of isotretinoin for 6 months before performing cosmetic procedures, including waxing, dermabrasion, chemical peels, laser procedures, or incisional and excisional cold-steel surgery. It is common practice to follow this standard because of concerns regarding reports of sporadic adverse events and increased risk of scarring.

Objective: To develop expert consensus regarding the safety of skin procedures, including resurfacing, energy device treatments, and incisional and excisional procedures, in the setting of concurrent or recent isotretinoin use. Read More

Lasers Med Sci 2017 Jul 2;32(5):1111-1119. Epub 2017 May 2.

WYNE Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Clinic, Cheongju, Chungbuk, South Korea.

The application of laser treatments beginning on the day of stitch removal has been demonstrated to improve scar quality. However, there are few guidelines for the treatment of immature scars (ISs), which are defined as "scars whose features are not yet expressed." The purpose of this study was to extract information about early combination laser treatment (CLT) beyond what is currently known by analyzing 33 pairs of pre-treatment and post-treatment photographs of ISs. Read More

Clin Dermatol 2017 Mar - Apr;35(2):183-189. Epub 2016 Oct 27.

Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center, Yale University School of Medicine, New York, New York , 955 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10028. Electronic address:

The treatment of acne and acne scarring with lasers and light-based and energy-based technologies has become an integral component of our therapeutic arsenal. Lasers including infrared wavelengths and pulsed dye lasers; light devices including blue light, red light, and broadband light; and photodynamic therapy with aminolevulinic acid and methylaminolevulinic acid have been shown to be effective in the treatment of acne vulgaris. The optimal outcomes are achieved with photodynamic therapy combined with medical therapy. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2017 Feb;43(2):226-235

Departments of *Dermatology, †Histology, and ‡Clinical Pathology, Kasr El-Ainy Teaching Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cario, Egypt.

Background: Melanocyte-keratinocyte suspension (M-K susp) is gaining popularity for vitiligo treatment. Few studies have addressed procedure-related variables.

Objective: To assess the effect of different M-K susp procedure-related variables on the clinical outcome in stable vitiligo. Read More

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2018 Jan/Feb;34(1):37-42

Department of Ophthalmology, Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, Division of Facial Plastic Surgery, Beverly Hills, Division of Head & Neck Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, Center for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery, Beverly Hills, Department of Ophthalmology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, and Division of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Beverly Hills Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, Beverly Hills, California, U.S.A.

Purpose: To assess current practice patterns for management of upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty by active American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery members.

Methods: An invitation to participate in a web-based anonymous survey was sent to the active American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery membership via email. The survey consists of 34 questions, both multiple choice and free response, regarding upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty surgery. Read More

Aesthetic Plast Surg 2017 Jun 26;41(3):661-666. Epub 2017 Jan 26.

Unit of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery and Dermatology, Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, Via Alvaro Del Portillo 200, Rome, Italy.

Background: A multitude of options are traditionally used for the treatment of acne scars; however, newer treatment modalities are emerging to decrease the propensity for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and upregulate new collagen production. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of nanofat and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) infiltration alone and combined with fractional CO laser resurfacing to improve atrophic scars of the face.

Methods: From March 2014 to June 2015, 30 patients with atrophic acne scars on the cheeks were selected for this study. Read More

J Drugs Dermatol 2016 Nov;15(11):1315-1319

Background & Objective: Surgical scars are an unwanted sequela following surgical procedures. Several different treatment modalities and approaches are currently being employed to improve the cosmesis of surgical scars with each having varying degrees of success. The objective of this study was to assess the ef cacy and safety pulsed dye laser treatment, CO2 ablative fractional resurfacing, and a combined treatment with these two modalities for the cosmetic improvement of surgical scarring that occurred following the surgical removal of skin cancer from different anatomic areas. Read More

Lasers Surg Med 2017 07 11;49(5):471-474. Epub 2017 Jan 11.

Department of Dermatology, Naval Medical Center San Diego,, San Diego, California.

Photomed Laser Surg 2017 Mar 30;35(3):171-175. Epub 2016 Dec 30.

4 "Laser in Dermatology, " University of Rome Tor Vergata , Rome, Italy .

Background: The CO laser has become the gold standard treatment in dermatologic surgery for the treatment of a large number of skin and mucosal lesions. The introduction of the fractional micro-ablative technology represented an integration to the ablative resurfacing technique, reducing the healing time and the side effects.

Objective: Vaginal rejuvenation performed with this technique is a minimally invasive procedure that stimulates internal tissues of the female lower genital tract to regenerate the mucosa, improving tissue trophism and restoring the correct functionality. Read More

Plast Reconstr Surg 2017 Jan;139(1):139e-150e

Cleveland, Ohio; and Cairo, Egypt From the Departments of Plastic Surgery and Anatomy, Cleveland Clinic; and the Department of Plastic Surgery, Cairo University.

Learning Objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Define the anatomy of the lower eyelid tarsoligamentous framework and the related periorbital retaining ligaments, and cite their surgical relevance. 2. Read More

Am J Clin Dermatol 2017 Feb;18(1):87-96

Department of Dermatology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, 1441 Eastlake Avenue, Ezralow Tower 5301, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, USA.

The proportion of men receiving non-surgical cosmetic procedures has risen substantially in recent years. Various physiologic, anatomic, and motivational considerations differentiate the treatments for male and female patients. Nevertheless, research regarding approaches to the male cosmetic patient is scarce. Read More

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am 2017 Feb;25(1):55-71

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Penn State Hershey Medical Center, 500 University Drive H091, Hershey, PA 17033, USA; Fedok Plastic Surgery, 113 East Fern Avenue, Foley, AL 36535, USA; Department of Surgery, USA Medical Center, The University of South Alabama, 2451 Fillingim Street, Mobile, AL 36617, USA. Electronic address:

Lip and chin scarring occurs owing to reconstruction of congenital, cancer resection, or traumatic defects. Knowledge of lip anatomy and function is critical to optimize results. Realistic expectations should be established before intervention. Read More

Lasers Surg Med 2016 11 8;48(9):811-819. Epub 2016 Sep 8.

Goldman Butterwick Groff Fabi and Wu, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, 9339 Genesee Avenue Suite 300, San Diego, California, 92121.

Background: Bellafill® is a soft tissue dermal filler composed of non-resorbable polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microspheres, suspended in a water-based carrier gel composed of 3.5% bovine collagen. It has been approved by the FDA for the correction of nasolabial folds and atrophic facial acne scars. Read More

Lasers Surg Med 2016 11 18;48(9):837-843. Epub 2016 Jul 18.

Division of Dermatology, University of Louisville, 3810 Springhurst Blvd., Louisville, Kentucky, 40241.

Background And Objective: Ablative laser resurfacing is a common treatment for post-surgical scars. Fractional ablative laser resurfacing has been an emerging treatment option that is replacing fully ablative lasers in many applications. Data comparing fractionated and fully ablative lasers in treating post-operative scars are lacking. Read More

J Cosmet Laser Ther 2017 Feb 2;19(1):43-48. Epub 2016 Dec 2.

b Department of Dermatology , Seoul St. Mary's Hospital , Seoul , Republic of Korea.

Background: Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) is an active compound that can promote wound healing. PDRN stimulates wound healing by enhancing angiogenesis and increasing fibroblast growth rates. Laser skin resurfacing is a popular cosmetic procedure for skin rejuvenation. Read More

Medicine (Baltimore) 2016 Oct;95(42):e5168

aDepartment of Paediatric Surgery bDepartment of Paediatric Radiology cDepartment of Endocrynology, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.

Treatment of hypertrophic scars arising as a result of thermal burns in children is still a big problem. The results of the treatment are not satisfactory for patients and parents, and new methods of treatment are still investigated.We present the use of one of the most modern carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers (Lumenis Encore laser equipped with a Synergistic Coagulation and Ablation for Advanced Resurfacing module) in the treatment of hypertrophic scars in children after burns. Read More

Burns 2017 May 1;43(3):573-582. Epub 2016 Oct 1.

Burns Unit, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, Australia; ANZAC Research Institute, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, Australia; University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.

Background: The introduction of ablative fractional CO lasers (CO-AFL) for burn scar management shows promising results. Whilst recent studies have focused on objective scar outcomes following CO-AFL treatment, to date no data on patient subjective factors such as quality of life are available.

Methods: A prospective study was initiated to analyze the safety and efficacy of the CO-AFL. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2017 Jan;43 Suppl 1:S70-S74

*Gateway Aesthetic Institute and Laser Center, Salt Lake City, Utah; †Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick, Groff & Fabi, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, San Diego, California.

Background: Successful treatment of acne scars is challenging. Many modalities have been used with marginal success.

Objective: The authors describe a combination of a superficial chemical peel, subcision, and fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser resurfacing in a single-treatment session as a novel treatment approach for rolling acne scars. Read More

Am J Sports Med 2017 Jan 1;45(1):77-81. Epub 2016 Oct 1.

Aintree University Hospital, Liverpool, UK.

Background: Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) is an effective method of repair of articular cartilage defects. It is a 2-stage operation, with the second stage most commonly performed via mini-arthrotomy. Arthroscopic ACI is gaining popularity, as it is less invasive and may accelerate early rehabilitation. Read More

Lasers Surg Med 2017 01 8;49(1):45-59. Epub 2016 Sep 8.

Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, SAR, China.

Background And Objective: Fractionated photothermolysis (FP) has revolutionized modern laser technology. By creating selective columns of microthermal damage, fractionated devices allows for greater treatment depths to be achieved without the prolonged downtime and risk of complications seen in traditional fully ablative laser resurfacing. Fractional resurfacing is a proven method to treat a variety of cutaneous conditions. Read More

J Cosmet Laser Ther 2016 Nov 5;18(7):387-388. Epub 2016 Aug 5.

a Department of Dermatology , Chung-Ang University College of Medicine , Seoul , South Korea.

Facial scars can be caused by a traumatic event or indeed surgical procedures. Several treatment modalities have been suggested including surgical or resurfacing techniques, autologous fat transfer, and injection of fillers. However, these approaches have varying degrees of success and associated side effects. Read More

Dermatol Surg 2017 Jan;43 Suppl 1:S19-S24

*The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, New York; †Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York, New York, New York; ‡McDaniel Institute of Anti-Aging Research, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Background: Laser therapy is a continuously evolving treatment option for scars, and the underlying therapeutic mechanisms continue to be elucidated.

Objective: To comprehensively review the literature to summarize the role of elastin in the formation scars, as well as treatment via therapeutic lasers.

Methods: Review of the PubMED/MEDLINE database for available studies pertaining to the role of elastic fibers in scar formation and after laser-based therapy. Read More