CO2 laser resurfacing is not as effective as dermabrasion, chemabrasion, and deep chemical peel for the prophylaxis of actinic keratoses and basal cell cancers, especially in Fitzpatrick type I and II patients.

It is possible with skin preconditioning, LACA, and occlusive wound healing to provide for a wound healing environment that blends in areas of hypopigmentation that have developed after previous skin resurfacing.

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The tumescent liposuction technique will continue to be improved. So far, with more efficient cannulas and more efficient tumescent fluids, combined with sedation, it has been possible to increase the yield and decrease the required time for the technique. We call this modified tumescent liposuction.

"Home-made" dry ice works as well as Freon in providing skin turgor for dermabrasion. CO2 dry ice has the added benefits of being inexpensive and environmentally friendly.