title: Scar revision.
abstract: Classic techniques of scar revision in general are ablative and remain the gold standard, although newer nonablative laser therapies, such as the frequency-doubled neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser, can help. Ablative therapies and techniques are examined.
authors.affiliation: Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1855 West Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60612-7244, USA.
authors.forename: John G
authors.initials: JG
authors.lastname: Westine
authors.forename: Manuel A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Lopez
authors.forename: J Regan
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Thomas
mesh_terms: D002921:Cicatrix / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000601:surgery*; D003869:Dermabrasion; D005151:Facial Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D005153:Facial Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D012086:Reoperation