Face and neck rejuvenation using an improved non-ablative fractional high power 1064-nm Q-switched Nd:YAG Laser: clinical results in 16 women.

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a specific treatment protocol using a new and improved non-ablative fractional high-power 1064-nm Q-switched NdYAG laser for face and neck rejuvenation. METHODS: Sixteen women, aged 30 to 60 years old, were selected to undergo three consecutive treatment sessions with this new laser at maximum energy (2,400 mJ/pulse, Clear Lift laser®-Harmony XL-Pro, Alma Lasers Ltd.). Face and neck were treated in eight patients, respectively. Each treatment used the same protocol. The efficacy was evaluated by the therapist (TS), the patient (PS), and two separate independent experts who were blind to the study (E1 and E2). RESULTS: According to E1 and E2, the mean reduction in signs of skin aging on a Global Esthetic Improvement Scale was 30-40%. Using a 0-10 points scale, TS and PS mean (range) satisfaction rates were 9.0 (8-10); 9.2 (6-10) for the face and 8.7 (8-10); 8.0 (3-10), for the neck, respectively. The procedure was practically painless, no significant adverse effects were observed, and the patients returned to their daily and work activities without downtime. CONCLUSION: This laser was safe and effective for face and neck minimally invasive rejuvenation, with excellent results using our usual routine use conditions.