Photorejuvenation.
Aging is an ongoing process. The ultraviolet rays of the sun cause cutaneous changes such as damage to collagen, solar elastosis, telangiectasias, lentigines, and rhytid formation; the collective description of these negative effects is photodamage. Photorejuvenation is the process of using laser and light sources for returning skin to a more youthful appearance. This article explores the technology, clinical applications, side effects, and future directions of photorejuvenation with vascular lasers, pigmented lasers, and intense pulsed light sources.
Volunteer Dermatology Faculty, Department of Dermatology, Miller School of Medicine, P.O. Box 016250, Miami, FL 33101, USA. jwaibelmd@aol.com
Jill S
JS
Waibel
D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D012060:Rejuvenation; D012867:Skin / Q000528:radiation effects*; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome