title: Versatility of erbium YAG laser: from fractional skin rejuvenation to full-field skin resurfacing.
abstract: For the laser surgeon, the Er-YAG laser is an invaluable tool that delivers unsurpassed ablation efficiency, and with appropriate functionality (quasi long-pulse feature) provides sufficient tissue coagulation to remodel deep rhytids. As such, the 2940-nm wavelength is well suited for routine laser skin rejuvenation in full-field, fractional, and point-beam modes with additional benefits, including applicability to diverse skin types, short healing times, and a low likelihood of energy-related complications.
authors.affiliation: Holcomb Facial Plastic Surgery and Institute for Integrated Aesthetics, 1 South School Avenue, Suite 800, Sarasota, FL 34237, USA. drholcomb@srqfps.com
authors.forename: J David
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Holcomb
mesh_terms: D002921:Cicatrix / Q000601:surgery; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D053844:Lasers, Solid-State / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012060:Rejuvenation; D015361:Rhytidoplasty / Q000295:instrumentation; D012867:Skin / Q000528:radiation effects; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000528:radiation effects; D016896:Treatment Outcome