title: Neck skin rejuvenation.
abstract: The author of this article uses the pulsed ablative CO2 laser for resurfacing of the neck and face, based on the gold standard status of the CO2 laser and a novel post-treatment plan that greatly reduces adverse effects traditionally associated with fully ablative resurfacing. The croton oil peel is an inexpensive and effective modality for rejuvenating neck skin. The use of either technique as an adjunct to neck lift surgery, with or without facelift surgery, permits surgeons to fulfill the expectations of patients who want the skin of their face and neck to be homogeneous and more attractive.
authors.affiliation: 1103 Kaliste Saloom Road, Suite 300, Lafayette, LA 70508, USA. Electronic address: jkdmd@drduplechain.com.
authors.forename: J Kevin
authors.initials: JK
authors.lastname: Duplechain
mesh_terms: D001905:Botulinum Toxins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects; D003869:Dermabrasion; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D054020:Lasers, Gas / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D008875:Middle Aged; D058629:Plasma Skin Regeneration; D012060:Rejuvenation; D015361:Rhytidoplasty / Q000379:methods; D015595:Skin Aging
chemical_list: D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D001905:Botulinum Toxins
keywords: CO(2) laser; Croton oil peel; Epidermal ablation; Laser resurfacing; Neck lift; Neck lines; Photodamage; Postoperative wound care