Non‐ablative fractional resurfacing in the treatment of scar contracture

Abstract

Recent studies have shown great functional improvement in scar contractures with ablative fractional laser treatments; however, these treatments are accompanied by significant downtime along with risk of further scarring and infection. NAFR is an accessible treatment with a low side effect profile and to our knowledge has not been reported as efficacious in the treatment of scar contracture. This case report is novel in its demonstration of the utility of a dual wavelength NAFR in the treatment of scar contracture and functional impairment.

A cosmetic treatment based on the secretion of Cryptomphalus aspersa 40% improves the clinical results after the use of nonablative fractional laser in skin aging

“…The undamaged skin acts as a reservoir of that heat and contributes to create new skin improving the aesthetic appearance of the skin. 8,[12][13][14][15][16] In the present study, we applied a cosmetic product containing SCA 40% immediately after laser treatment. 10,11 With the use of nonablative fractional laser, the recovery time is faster and side effects are fewer when compared to ablative fractional laser.…”

“…8 In addition, nonablative fractional lasers are successful in increasing the penetration of cosmetics and drugs applied topically after the laser session (laser assisted drug delivery). 8,[12][13][14][15][16] In the present study, we applied a cosmetic product containing SCA 40% immediately after laser treatment. SCA 40% is a cosmetic ingredient obtained from gastropods of the family Cryptomphalus aspersa.…”

Treatment of burn scars in Fitzpatrick phototype III patients with a combination of pulsed dye laser and non-ablative fractional resurfacing 1550 nm erbium:glass/1927 nm thulium laser devices

“…5,6,17 Additionally, strict sun avoidance preand post-procedure for at least one to two weeks before and after a NAFL treatment must be emphasised. 7 The NAFL combination device has also been shown to improve range of motion limited by scar contracture in a report by Finney et al 18 The PDL was added to address mainly erythema, pruritis and scar thickness by preventing excessive collagen accumulation and promoting collagen remodelling via selective photothermolysis of scar vasculature resulting in scar tissue hypoxia. 4,9,10,19 The darkly pigmented scars on the lower extremities of our first case improved dramatically using the thulium laser.…”

Efficacy and safety of 1550-nm fractional laser in the treatment of acne scars in Chinese patients: A split-face comparative study

“…After the healing process, the MTZ was replaced with new collagen, [21] thus improving skin texture, laxity and atrophic scars. Since the normal skin tissue surrounding MTZs was not damaged, which is pretty different from the traditional laser resurfacing or dermabrasion, re-epithelization will be accomplished within 24 hours [22] . Therefore, quick healing greatly decrease the risk and extent of such adverse effects as hyper-pigmentation, delayed erythema and even scar formation.…”