Intense pulsed-light photorejuvenation.
Intense pulsed light photorejuvenation represents a novel mode of treatment of photodamaged skin. A broad-spectrum flashlamp (500-1200 nm) targets chromophores reversing pigmentation, vascular and pilosebaceous aberrations. Both cytokine mediated as well as thermally induced deep dermal remodeling may be achieved using the varied polychromatic wavelengths associated with this technology. Inflammatory dermatosis such as rosacea may also be addressed as well. A structural approach to non-ablative rejuvenation utilizing intense pulsed light is associated with high patient satisfaction and minimal adverse sequelae.
Sadick
Neil S
NS
Department of Dermatology, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY, USA. nssderm@sadickdermatology.com
Weiss
Robert
R
D005148:Facial Dermatoses / Q000532:radiotherapy / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D028022:Low-Level Light Therapy; D015361:Rhytidoplasty; D015595:Skin Aging