Real role of laser in facial rejuvenation

The role of the laser in the facial rejuvenation surgery has been consolidated. Now that the initial euphoria and advertising are over and the results are out, it has been concluded that treatment with laser is indicated only in specific cases for the correction fine lines, with a result similar to the one obtained by "chemical peeling" with strong acids.

The possible complications are all similar, such as hyper-pigmentation, hipopigmentation and hypertrophic scars, but fortunately happen in a very small percentage of patients. However, when they occur, it is a very serious problem. Much studying has been done to avoid these problems. Like all techniques that start with great excitement, like the "panacea" that will resolve all problems, time will help us put it in the proper place.

Therefore, Facial Rejuvenation is still the best method to recover a youthful appearance. And with the treatment of the deep muscle planes, today the results are extremely natural. The postoperative period is much easier than the post-laser period. In fact, many people have stopped doing laser treatments because of postoperative pain and appearance.

It has also been learned that to have superior results in facial rejuvenation, it is important to treat the skin before and/or after surgery, with lymphatic drainage and "peelings" with soft acids.


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