title: Diagnosis and management of skin resurfacing-related complications.
abstract: The field of skin resurfacing is undergoing rapid evolution with many new technologies that have developed, providing more choices for physicians and patients. Knowing the potential adverse effects associated with each skin resurfacing modality is paramount in selecting the appropriate approach for each candidate, thereby minimizing complications and achieving optimal results.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
authors.forename: Alexandra Y
authors.initials: AY
authors.lastname: Zhang
authors.forename: Suzan
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Obagi
mesh_terms: D002615:Chemexfoliation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007641:Keratolytic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000145:classification / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000628:therapy; D012060:Rejuvenation; D012867:Skin / Q000187:drug effects; D015595:Skin Aging; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000145:classification / Q000379:methods
chemical_list: D007641:Keratolytic Agents