Split-face comparison of radiofrequency versus long-pulse Nd-YAG treatment of facial laxity.
J Cosmet Laser Ther
; 8(1): 17-22, 2006 Apr.
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| ID: mdl-16581680
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:
To improve photoaging skin with laser treatment, multiple sessions have been considered necessary to achieve results comparable with one radiofrequency (RF) treatment. We compared single-treatment improvements obtained by the long-pulse 1064 nm NdYAG laser and RF device. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
In a split-face study, patients with sagging skin were treated once with laser (left side) and once with RF (right side) energy.RESULTS:
Improvement judged by six blinded observers was greater for wrinkles and laxity (30% median) on the laser-treated side and essentially the same with both modalities (15% median) for texture, pores, and pigmentation. Improvement was maintained for at least 2-6 months on both facial sides without adverse effects.CONCLUSION:
With a single treatment, both the long-pulse 1064 nm NdYAG laser and ThermaCool RF device provide a modest degree of improvement in both wrinkles and laxity of facial skin and similar improvement in texture, pores, and pigmentation.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Envelhecimento da Pele
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Terapia a Laser
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Terapia por Radiofrequência
Limite:
Adult
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2006
Tipo de documento:
Article