Semin Plast Surg 2007; 21(3): 137-138
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-991181
PREFACE

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Lasers in Plastic Surgery

Ramsey F. Markus1  Guest Editor 
  • 1Department of Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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Publication Date:
20 November 2007 (online)

LASER RESURFACING

As long as there have been wrinkles and scars, someone has tried to smooth the skin. As the population ages, the demand for safe resurfacing is sure to continue increasing. Laser treatment offers the potential for long-lasting effect by stimulating collagen production in the skin. Over the past 15 years, laser technology has undergone a substantial evolution. Ablative devices, though very effective, are much less popular now because of difficult healing and the risks of scarring and infection. Early nonablative devices eliminated the downtime but suffered from marginal effectiveness. The latest crop of devices is a significant improvement, but I hope that the field continues to evolve.

Ramsey F MarkusM.D. 

Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Baylor Dermatology

6620 Main St., Suite 1425, Houston, TX 77030