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Wrinkles and Acne Scars: Fractional Ablative Lasers

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Fractional ablative lasers create columns of ablated tissue separated by zones of intact tissue, resulting in rapid re-epithelialization and induction of new collagen production. Fractional ablation provides a greater margin of safety compared to conventional laser ablation by avoiding the production of open wounds. Fractional ablative lasers improve photodamage and scars in one to two treatment sessions.

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  1. New York Laser & Skin Care, 1044 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10028, USA

    Arielle N. B. Kauvar

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    Melanie A. Warycha

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Kauvar, A.N.B., Warycha, M.A. (2011). Wrinkles and Acne Scars: Fractional Ablative Lasers. In: Raulin, C., Karsai, S. (eds) Laser and IPL Technology in Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-03438-1_23

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