Skip to main page content
U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Dot gov

The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.

Https

The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

Access keys NCBI Homepage MyNCBI Homepage Main Content Main Navigation

Search Page

Filters

My Custom Filters

Results by year

Table representation of search results timeline featuring number of search results per year.

Year Number of Results
2002 1
2003 2
2004 6
2005 12
2006 4
2007 9
2008 4
2009 15
2010 15
2011 14
2012 13
2013 14
2014 12
2015 11
2016 17
2017 18
2018 10
2019 14
2020 9
2021 17
2022 5
2023 5
2024 18
2025 21

Publication date

Text availability

Article attribute

Article type

Additional filters

Article Language

Species

Sex

Age

Other

Search Results

227 results

Results by year

Filters applied: . Clear all
Page 1
The Pathogenesis and Management of Acne-Induced Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation.
Elbuluk N, Grimes P, Chien A, Hamzavi I, Alexis A, Taylor S, Gonzalez N, Weiss J, Desai SR, Kang S. Elbuluk N, et al. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2021 Nov;22(6):829-836. doi: 10.1007/s40257-021-00633-4. Epub 2021 Sep 1. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2021. PMID: 34468934 Review.
Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory disease. Among patients with darker skin phototypes (Fitzpatrick III-VI), the inflammatory processes of acne stimulate excess melanogenesis and abnormal melanin deposition, leading to pigmentary sequelae known as post-in …
Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory disease. Among patients with darker skin phototypes (Fitzpatrick III-VI), the inflammat …
Photobiomodulation: The Clinical Applications of Low-Level Light Therapy.
Glass GE. Glass GE. Aesthet Surg J. 2021 May 18;41(6):723-738. doi: 10.1093/asj/sjab025. Aesthet Surg J. 2021. PMID: 33471046 Review.
BACKGROUND: Low-level light therapy (LLLT) is a recent addition to the pantheon of light-based therapeutic interventions. ...RESULTS: A reasonable body of clinical trial evidence exists to support the role of low-energy red/near-infrared ligh …
BACKGROUND: Low-level light therapy (LLLT) is a recent addition to the pantheon of light-based therapeuti …
Combination Treatment with Human Adipose Tissue Stem Cell-derived Exosomes and Fractional CO2 Laser for Acne Scars: A 12-week Prospective, Double-blind, Randomized, Split-face Study.
Kwon HH, Yang SH, Lee J, Park BC, Park KY, Jung JY, Bae Y, Park GH. Kwon HH, et al. Acta Derm Venereol. 2020 Nov 4;100(18):adv00310. doi: 10.2340/00015555-3666. Acta Derm Venereol. 2020. PMID: 33073298 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
This study evaluated the clinical efficacy and safety of adipose tissue stem cell-derived exosomes as an adjuvant therapy after application of fractional CO2 laser for acne scars. A 12-week prospective, double-blind, randomized, split-face trial was performed. ...In …
This study evaluated the clinical efficacy and safety of adipose tissue stem cell-derived exosomes as an adjuvant therapy after appli …
Effect of Blue Light on Acne Vulgaris: A Systematic Review.
Diogo MLG, Campos TM, Fonseca ESR, Pavani C, Horliana ACRT, Fernandes KPS, Bussadori SK, Fantin FGMM, Leite DPV, Yamamoto ÂTA, Navarro RS, Motta LJ. Diogo MLG, et al. Sensors (Basel). 2021 Oct 19;21(20):6943. doi: 10.3390/s21206943. Sensors (Basel). 2021. PMID: 34696155 Free PMC article.
Side effects such as skin irritation in addition to microbial resistance to antibiotics are the main side effects found. Phototherapy with blue light is being used as an alternative treatment. Our objective was to analyze the use of blue light to treat inflammatory …
Side effects such as skin irritation in addition to microbial resistance to antibiotics are the main side effects found. Phototherapy with b …
Photobiomodulation CME part II: Clinical applications in dermatology.
Mineroff J, Maghfour J, Ozog DM, Lim HW, Kohli I, Jagdeo J. Mineroff J, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2024 Nov;91(5):805-815. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2023.10.074. Epub 2024 Feb 1. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 38307144 Review.
PBM is the use of various light sources in the red light (620-700 nm) and near-infrared (700-1440 nm) spectrum as a form of light therapy. PBM is often administered through low-level lasers or light-emitting diodes. Studies show th …
PBM is the use of various light sources in the red light (620-700 nm) and near-infrared (700-1440 nm) spectrum as a form of …
Acne vulgaris and light-based therapies.
Momen S, Al-Niaimi F. Momen S, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2015 Jun;17(3):122-8. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2014.988727. Epub 2014 Dec 23. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2015. PMID: 25415371 Review.
Acne vulgaris is a common condition which remains challenging to treat in some cases. ...Light-based therapies in acne exert their effects through photochemical, photothermal, or a combination of both mechanisms. ...
Acne vulgaris is a common condition which remains challenging to treat in some cases. ...Light-based therapies in ac …
Intense pulsed light (IPL): a review.
Babilas P, Schreml S, Szeimies RM, Landthaler M. Babilas P, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2010 Feb;42(2):93-104. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20877. Lasers Surg Med. 2010. PMID: 20166155 Review.
BACKGROUND: Intense pulsed light (IPL) devices use flashlamps and bandpass filters to emit polychromatic incoherent high-intensity pulsed light of determined wavelength spectrum, fluence, and pulse duration. ...OBJECTIVE: To summarize the physics of IPL, to provide …
BACKGROUND: Intense pulsed light (IPL) devices use flashlamps and bandpass filters to emit polychromatic incoherent high-intensity pu …
Visible light. Part I: Properties and cutaneous effects of visible light.
Austin E, Geisler AN, Nguyen J, Kohli I, Hamzavi I, Lim HW, Jagdeo J. Austin E, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021 May;84(5):1219-1231. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2021.02.048. Epub 2021 Feb 25. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021. PMID: 33640508 Free PMC article. Review.
Approximately 50% of the sunlight reaching the Earth's surface is visible light (400-700 nm). Other sources of visible light include lasers, light-emitting diodes, and flash lamps. ...Red and blue light from light-emitting diodes and intense pul …
Approximately 50% of the sunlight reaching the Earth's surface is visible light (400-700 nm). Other sources of visible light i …
Acne vulgaris.
Robertson KM. Robertson KM. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2004 Aug;12(3):347-55, vi. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2004.03.002. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2004. PMID: 15261171 Review.
Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory skin condition that presents management difficulties to cosmetic surgeons. ...A review of interventional options is presented to apply to the spectrum of acne scarring as well as a review of the literature to address obj …
Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory skin condition that presents management difficulties to cosmetic surgeons. ...A review …
Innovations in Acne.
Wafae BGO, Barbieri JS. Wafae BGO, et al. Dermatol Clin. 2025 Jan;43(1):11-25. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2024.08.002. Epub 2024 Sep 10. Dermatol Clin. 2025. PMID: 39542558 Review.
Although many treatments are available for acne, these can be limited by lack of effectiveness, patient tolerance and adherence, and accessibility. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the latest developments in acne management, exploring a range of topic …
Although many treatments are available for acne, these can be limited by lack of effectiveness, patient tolerance and adherence, and …
Energy-based devices for the treatment of Acne Scars: 2022 International consensus recommendations.
Salameh F, Shumaker PR, Goodman GJ, Spring LK, Seago M, Alam M, Al-Niaimi F, Cassuto D, Chan HH, Dierickx C, Donelan M, Gauglitz GG, Haedersdal M, Krakowski AC, Manuskiatti W, Norbury WB, Ogawa R, Ozog DM, Paasch U, Victor Ross E, Clementoni MT, Waibel J, Bayat A, Goo BL, Artzi O. Salameh F, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2022 Jan;54(1):10-26. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23484. Epub 2021 Oct 31. Lasers Surg Med. 2022. PMID: 34719045 Review.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Acne scars are one of the most distressing and long-term consequences of acne vulgaris, with damaging effect on a person's physical, mental, and social well-being. ...RESULTS: The manuscript includes a comprehensive discussion and p …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Acne scars are one of the most distressing and long-term consequences of acne vulgaris, with …
Acne fulminans.
Dall'oglio F, Puglisi DF, Nasca MR, Micali G. Dall'oglio F, et al. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2020 Dec;155(6):711-718. doi: 10.23736/S0392-0488.20.06711-5. Epub 2020 Oct 21. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2020. PMID: 33084268 Free article. Review.
Traditionally, AF has been classified, on the basis of the presence of systemic involvement, in "acne fulminans" and acne fulminans "sine fulminans," when no systemic involvement is present. Recently, four clinical variants have been proposed: acne fulminans …
Traditionally, AF has been classified, on the basis of the presence of systemic involvement, in "acne fulminans" and acne fulm …
Emerging lasers and light-based therapies in the management of acne: a review.
Jean-Pierre P, Tordjman L, Ghodasara A, Nwosu C, Nouri K. Jean-Pierre P, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2024 Sep 28;39(1):245. doi: 10.1007/s10103-024-04196-8. Lasers Med Sci. 2024. PMID: 39340675 Free PMC article. Review.
Acne vulgaris, commonly known as acne, is the most prevalent skin disorder affecting mainly adolescents and young adults, though it can affect people of all ages, making it the most common complaint by patients presenting to a dermatologist. ...Thus, there is …
Acne vulgaris, commonly known as acne, is the most prevalent skin disorder affecting mainly adolescents and young adult …
Treatment of Acne Vulgaris-Associated Post-Inflammatory Dyschromia With Combination of Non-Ablative Laser Therapy and Topical Antioxidants.
Hu JK, Quinonez RL, Antasiuk V, Waibel J. Hu JK, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024 Sep 1;23(9):769-773. doi: 10.36849/JDD.8309. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 39231081 Clinical Trial.
Combination therapies have shown promise in conditions such as rosacea, acne, and post-inflammatory dyschromia. Addressing both the inflammatory and scarring components of acne is key. ...This is a single-site, randomized, controlled clinical study of 25 subjects wi …
Combination therapies have shown promise in conditions such as rosacea, acne, and post-inflammatory dyschromia. Addressing both the i …
Light and laser-based therapy in treatment of acne vulgaris: A clinical review.
Ishii L, Deoghare S, Boen M. Ishii L, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2025 Oct;93(4):1058-1064. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2025.06.046. Epub 2025 Jun 21. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 40550334 Review.
The gold standard of acne vulgaris management remains a step-wise and combination approach with topical and systemic medications. ...In this review, we explore the principles of visible light therapy, photodynamic therapy, photopneumatic ther …
The gold standard of acne vulgaris management remains a step-wise and combination approach with topical and systemic medicatio …
Acne and systemic disease.
Lolis MS, Bowe WP, Shalita AR. Lolis MS, et al. Med Clin North Am. 2009 Nov;93(6):1161-81. doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2009.08.008. Med Clin North Am. 2009. PMID: 19932324 Review.
Other nonendocrine diseases associated with acne include Apert syndrome, SAPHO syndrome, Behcet syndrome and PAPA syndrome. Acne medicamentosa is the development of acne vulgaris or an acneiform eruption with the use of certain medications. ...Basic th …
Other nonendocrine diseases associated with acne include Apert syndrome, SAPHO syndrome, Behcet syndrome and PAPA syndrome. Acne …
Lasers, Light, and the Treatment of Acne: A Comprehensive Review of the Literature.
Tong LX, Brauer JA. Tong LX, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2017 Nov 1;16(11):1095-1102. J Drugs Dermatol. 2017. PMID: 29141057 Review.
INTRODUCTION: Acne vulgaris is common dermatologic condition with an estimated prevalence of 70 to 87%. ...METHODS: An analysis was conducted of PubMed indexed English language literature regarding management of inflammatory acne using light-based and …
INTRODUCTION: Acne vulgaris is common dermatologic condition with an estimated prevalence of 70 to 87%. ...METHODS: An analysi …
Lasers and light therapy for acne vulgaris.
Bhardwaj SS, Rohrer TE, Arndt K. Bhardwaj SS, et al. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2005 Jun;24(2):107-12. doi: 10.1016/j.sder.2005.04.001. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2005. PMID: 16092799 Review.
Acne vulgaris remains an emotionally and debilitating dermatologic disease, and is conventionally treated with a variety of oral and topical therapies with a number of significant side effects. An evolving understanding of laser-tissue interactions involving Propion …
Acne vulgaris remains an emotionally and debilitating dermatologic disease, and is conventionally treated with a variety of or …
Targeting sebaceous glands: a review of selective photothermolysis for Acne Vulgaris treatment.
Pulumati A, Jaalouk D, Algarin YA, Kasheri E, Issa NT, Nouri K. Pulumati A, et al. Arch Dermatol Res. 2024 Jun 8;316(7):356. doi: 10.1007/s00403-024-02979-1. Arch Dermatol Res. 2024. PMID: 38850426 Review.
Acne vulgaris (AV), characterized by excessive sebum production and Cutibacterium acnes proliferation in the sebaceous glands, significantly impacts physical and psychological health. ...We conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed and Embase using the primary term …
Acne vulgaris (AV), characterized by excessive sebum production and Cutibacterium acnes proliferation in the sebaceous glands, …
The Use of Lasers and Light Devices in Acne Management: An Update.
Li MK, Liu C, Hsu JTS. Li MK, et al. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2021 Nov;22(6):785-800. doi: 10.1007/s40257-021-00624-5. Epub 2021 Jul 21. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2021. PMID: 34287769 Review.
Acne vulgaris is a disease of the pilosebaceous unit and the most common inflammatory dermatosis worldwide. ...Among light devices, photodynamic therapy is the most studied, showing higher efficacies than some of the conventional topical and oral ac …
Acne vulgaris is a disease of the pilosebaceous unit and the most common inflammatory dermatosis worldwide. ...Among light …
Acne vulgaris: lasers, light sources and photodynamic therapy--an update 2007.
Gold MH. Gold MH. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2007 Dec;5(6):1059-69. doi: 10.1586/14787210.5.6.1059. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2007. PMID: 18039088 Review.
Inflammatory acne vulgaris remains one of the most common dermatologic disorders seen in clinical practice. Medical therapy remains the gold standard for therapy but recent advances have shown that a variety of lasers and light sources may be us …
Inflammatory acne vulgaris remains one of the most common dermatologic disorders seen in clinical practice. Medical therapy …
Safety and effectiveness of nano-pulse stimulation technology to treat acne vulgaris of the back.
Katz BE, Nestor MS, Nuccitelli R, Johnston LJ, Knape WA. Katz BE, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023 May;22(5):1545-1553. doi: 10.1111/jocd.15633. Epub 2023 Jan 16. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023. PMID: 36645338
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: This feasibility study describes the effects of Nano-pulse stimulation (NPS) technology using the CellFX System on acne vulgaris of the back with the objectives of demonstrating safety and effectiveness. ...CONCLUSIONS: CellFX is a safe an …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: This feasibility study describes the effects of Nano-pulse stimulation (NPS) technology using the CellFX System o …
Photobiomodulation therapy for enhanced wound and Scar healing: visual and statistical evaluation.
Shurrab K, Wael Aoida N. Shurrab K, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2025 Aug 13;40(1):334. doi: 10.1007/s10103-025-04587-5. Lasers Med Sci. 2025. PMID: 40802060 Clinical Trial.
To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT), formerly referred to as Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), in promoting enhanced wound and scar healing, and to optimize treatment parameters for various scar types. ... …
To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT), formerly referred to as Low-level …
Editorial.
Goldberg DJ. Goldberg DJ. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016;18(2):59. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2016.1159902. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016. PMID: 26999486 No abstract available.
Acne and PDT: new techniques with lasers and light sources.
Gold MH. Gold MH. Lasers Med Sci. 2007 Jun;22(2):67-72. doi: 10.1007/s10103-006-0420-z. Epub 2007 Jan 16. Lasers Med Sci. 2007. PMID: 17225060 Review.
Acne vulgaris is one of the most common dermatologic disorders encountered in everyday practice. ...Finally, photodynamic therapy may change many of the acne vulgaris paradigms, as its place is being defined in the treatment of moderate to sever …
Acne vulgaris is one of the most common dermatologic disorders encountered in everyday practice. ...Finally, photodynamic t …
Treatment of acne scars with PRP and laser therapy: an up-to-date appraisal.
Schoenberg E, Wang JV, Zachary CB, Saedi N. Schoenberg E, et al. Arch Dermatol Res. 2019 Oct;311(8):643-646. doi: 10.1007/s00403-019-01936-7. Epub 2019 May 29. Arch Dermatol Res. 2019. PMID: 31144021 Review.
Clinically significant scarring is a common complication of acne vulgaris. Recent treatments have included the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), especially in combination with laser therapy. Here, we offer backgrounds on PRP and laser therapy and revi …
Clinically significant scarring is a common complication of acne vulgaris. Recent treatments have included the use of platelet …
Laser and Energy Treatments for Acne Scarring: A Review of Clinical Trials.
Ziebart RL, Antezana LA, Crum OM, Lynch M, Wyles SP. Ziebart RL, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024 Dec 1;23(12):1058-1062. doi: 10.36849/jdd.8195. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 39630683 Review.
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring can have a detrimental impact on quality of life, making early and effective treatment essential. ...CONCLUSION: This study presents an overview of clinical trials in laser treatment for acne scarring between 2018 through 2022. Overall, abl …
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring can have a detrimental impact on quality of life, making early and effective treatment essential. ...CONCLU …
The 2910-nm Fiber Laser Is Safe and Effective for Improving Acne Scarring.
Bernstein E, Alajmi A, Wang J, Hochman E, Biesman B, Sanzo JF. Bernstein E, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2024 Nov;56(9):755-761. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23845. Epub 2024 Sep 22. Lasers Surg Med. 2024. PMID: 39308036 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring results from the inflammation associated with acne papules, which alters dermal collagen, typically producing depressed scars. Lasers have been used to remodel skin improving the texture and appearance of acne scars. Herein, we inves …
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring results from the inflammation associated with acne papules, which alters dermal collagen, typically …
Isotretinoin Combined Laser/Light-Based Treatments Versus Isotretinoin Alone for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: A Meta-Analysis.
He SX, Wang Y, Wang J, Tang L, Yang L, Ye FL. He SX, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Jan;24(1):e16639. doi: 10.1111/jocd.16639. Epub 2024 Nov 7. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 39509291 Free PMC article.
RESULTS: This review included six articles with a total of 285 patients. Isotretinoin combined with laser/light therapy outperformed in clinical improvement rates, significantly reducing acne vulgaris and acne scars lesions compared to isotretin …
RESULTS: This review included six articles with a total of 285 patients. Isotretinoin combined with laser/light therapy outper …
Treatment of hirsutism and acne in hyperandrogenism.
Moghetti P, Toscano V. Moghetti P, et al. Best Pract Res Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2006 Jun;20(2):221-34. doi: 10.1016/j.beem.2006.03.003. Best Pract Res Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2006. PMID: 16772153 Review.
Hirsutism and acne are common and highly distressing complaints in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). ...Acne may be treated with different tools, according to the severity of the condition and other characteristics of the patient. ...
Hirsutism and acne are common and highly distressing complaints in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). ...Acne may be …
Efficacy and safety of low-level light therapy by delicate pulsed light combined with low-dose oral isotretinoin for the treatment of acne vulgaris: a randomized split-face study.
Li Y, Xia J, Zhu Y, He S, Liu J, Zeng W, Wang Z. Li Y, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2022 Oct;37(8):3221-3229. doi: 10.1007/s10103-022-03606-z. Epub 2022 Jul 13. Lasers Med Sci. 2022. PMID: 35829974 Clinical Trial.
Acne vulgaris (AV) is a common dermatosis that causes psychological problems. Isotretinoin is the first-line treatment for moderate-to-severe AV, but its onset of effect is delayed. ...Low-level light therapy (LLLT) has shown an emerging …
Acne vulgaris (AV) is a common dermatosis that causes psychological problems. Isotretinoin is the first-line treatment for mod …
The most influential research in laser therapy for acne and acne scars: A bibliometric analysis.
Abdelwahab SI, Taha MME, Farasani A, Abdullah SM, Moshi JM, Khamjan NA, Assiri A, Alshahrani S, Sahli KA, Qadri M, Hassan W. Abdelwahab SI, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2025 Sep 20;40(1):371. doi: 10.1007/s10103-025-04647-w. Lasers Med Sci. 2025. PMID: 40973932 Review.
Laser therapy is a key acne treatment, yet no bibliometric study has integrated advanced metrics, co-word dynamics, keyword clustering, and citation analysis of the top 100 papers. ...From this title-based analysis, several clear research foci emerged: (1) laser res …
Laser therapy is a key acne treatment, yet no bibliometric study has integrated advanced metrics, co-word dynamics, keyword cl …
Systematic review of vascular lasers for the treatment of inflammatory active acne vulgaris.
Jafarzadeh A, Heidari S, Omid R, Goodarzi A. Jafarzadeh A, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2025 Apr 1;40(1):168. doi: 10.1007/s10103-025-04429-4. Lasers Med Sci. 2025. PMID: 40167813
Acne vulgaris is a prevalent skin disorder with significant emotional and psychological impacts. Conventional treatments often have limitations, prompting exploration into alternative therapies like vascular lasers and light treatments. This systematic review …
Acne vulgaris is a prevalent skin disorder with significant emotional and psychological impacts. Conventional treatments often …
Efficacy and safety of the 589/1319 nm solid-state dual-wavelength laser combined with topical benzoyl peroxide for inflammatory acne vulgaris: a split-face randomized controlled trial.
Boonpethkaew S, Ratanapokasatit Y, Chirasuthat S, Wattanakrai P. Boonpethkaew S, et al. Arch Dermatol Res. 2025 Mar 26;317(1):635. doi: 10.1007/s00403-025-04146-6. Arch Dermatol Res. 2025. PMID: 40140055 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
The 589/1319 nm solid-state dual-wavelength (SSDW) laser, which does not require consumable dye, has the potential to target inflammation and sebum production in acne vulgaris pathogenesis. To assess the efficacy and safety of 598/1319 nm SSDW laser as an adjunctive …
The 589/1319 nm solid-state dual-wavelength (SSDW) laser, which does not require consumable dye, has the potential to target inflammation an …
Comparison of Red and Infrared Low-level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris.
Aziz-Jalali MH, Tabaie SM, Djavid GE. Aziz-Jalali MH, et al. Indian J Dermatol. 2012 Mar;57(2):128-30. doi: 10.4103/0019-5154.94283. Indian J Dermatol. 2012. PMID: 22615511 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Acne vulgaris is a very prevalent skin disorder and remains a main problem in practice. Recently, phototherapy with various light spectrums for acne has been used. There are some evidences that low-level laser thera …
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Acne vulgaris is a very prevalent skin disorder and remains a main problem in practice. Recently, photothe …
The comparative study of efficacy between 1064-nm long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser and 595-nm pulsed dye laser for the treatment of acne vulgaris.
Chalermsuwiwattanakan N, Rojhirunsakool S, Kamanamool N, Kanokrungsee S, Udompataikul M. Chalermsuwiwattanakan N, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021 Jul;20(7):2108-2115. doi: 10.1111/jocd.13832. Epub 2020 Nov 23. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021. PMID: 33226176 Clinical Trial.
AIMS: To compare the clinical efficacy of 1064-nm Nd:YAG with 595-nm PDL for the treatment of acne vulgaris. METHODS: Thirty-four participants with mild to moderate facial acne were enrolled and then randomized to receive three, 2-week interval treatments wit …
AIMS: To compare the clinical efficacy of 1064-nm Nd:YAG with 595-nm PDL for the treatment of acne vulgaris. METHODS: Thirty-f …
A Novel Combined Light-Based Treatment of Acne Vulgaris With 1,450-nm Diode Laser and 450-nm Blue Light.
Kwon HH, Choi SC, Jung JY, Bae Y, Park GH. Kwon HH, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2019 Sep;45(9):1147-1154. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000001815. Dermatol Surg. 2019. PMID: 30789515 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Nonablative 1,450-nm diode laser (DL) and visible blue light (BL) have been effectively used for acne with superior safety profiles. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate synergistic effects of sequential DL and BL application for acne. METHODS: A 20-week, rando …
BACKGROUND: Nonablative 1,450-nm diode laser (DL) and visible blue light (BL) have been effectively used for acne with superio …
Clinical comparison of salicylic acid peel and LED-Laser phototherapy for the treatment of Acne vulgaris in teenagers.
Alba MN, Gerenutti M, Yoshida VM, Grotto D. Alba MN, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2017 Feb;19(1):49-53. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2016.1247961. Epub 2016 Nov 23. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2017. PMID: 27762647 Clinical Trial.
Acne vulgaris treatments usually cause sensitivity, teratogenicity and bacterial resistance. ...Thus, we compared the effectiveness of two Acne vulgaris treatments in adolescents: peeling with salicylic acid (SA) and phototherapy. ...
Acne vulgaris treatments usually cause sensitivity, teratogenicity and bacterial resistance. ...Thus, we compared the effectiv …
Randomized, controlled trial split-faced study of 595-nm pulsed dye laser in the treatment of acne vulgaris and acne erythema in adolescents and early adulthood.
Lekwuttikarn R, Tempark T, Chatproedprai S, Wananukul S. Lekwuttikarn R, et al. Int J Dermatol. 2017 Aug;56(8):884-888. doi: 10.1111/ijd.13631. Epub 2017 Apr 26. Int J Dermatol. 2017. PMID: 28447362 Clinical Trial.
The high prevalence of acne vulgaris in teenagers has increased comorbidities. Lasers offer alternative options for acne treatment because they have rapid action, low systemic adverse effects, and do not require everyday treatment. To study the efficacy and p …
The high prevalence of acne vulgaris in teenagers has increased comorbidities. Lasers offer alternative options for acne …
Clinical and usability study to determine the safety and efficacy of the Silk'n Blue Device for the treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris.
Gold MH, Biron JA, Sensing W. Gold MH, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014 Jun;16(3):108-13. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2013.854638. Epub 2013 Nov 18. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014. PMID: 24143960 Clinical Trial.
INTRODUCTION: Home devices for acne vulgaris have emerged as a way to utilize our current light based technology for the care of our patients suffering from acne vulgaris. ...CONCLUSIONS: The Silk'n Blue device is a safe efficacious at home devi …
INTRODUCTION: Home devices for acne vulgaris have emerged as a way to utilize our current light based technology for th …
Acne, lasers, and light.
Ross EV. Ross EV. Adv Dermatol. 2005;21:1-32. doi: 10.1016/j.yadr.2005.06.001. Adv Dermatol. 2005. PMID: 16350436 Review. No abstract available.
Efficacy and safety of CO(2) fractional laser versus Er:YAG fractional laser in the treatment of atrophic acne scar: A meta-analysis and systematic review.
Liu F, Zhou Q, Tao M, Shu L, Cao Y. Liu F, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024 Sep;23(9):2768-2778. doi: 10.1111/jocd.16348. Epub 2024 May 10. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 38733085
In addition, VAS of CO(2) fractional laser in treating atrophic acne scar was significantly higher than that of Er:YAG fractional laser (WMD = 1.77, 95% CI: 1.32-2.21) and the duration of erythema of CO(2) fractional laser in treating atrophic acne scar was signific …
In addition, VAS of CO(2) fractional laser in treating atrophic acne scar was significantly higher than that of Er:YAG fractional las …
Current treatments of acne: Medications, lights, lasers, and a novel 650-mus 1064-nm Nd: YAG laser.
Gold MH, Goldberg DJ, Nestor MS. Gold MH, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2017 Sep;16(3):303-318. doi: 10.1111/jocd.12367. Epub 2017 Jul 13. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2017. PMID: 28703382 Review.
The treatment of acne, especially severe acne, remains a challenge to dermatologists. Therapies include retinoids, antibiotics, hormones, lights, lasers, and various combinations of these modalities. ...The purpose of this study was to review current therapies for …
The treatment of acne, especially severe acne, remains a challenge to dermatologists. Therapies include retinoids, antibiotics …
Use of lasers and light-based therapies for treatment of acne vulgaris.
Mariwalla K, Rohrer TE. Mariwalla K, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2005 Dec;37(5):333-42. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20276. Lasers Surg Med. 2005. PMID: 16365889 Review.
Over the last two decades, lasers and light-based therapies have been developed to treat a wide variety of cutaneous maladies. Given the prevalence and number of patients who suffer from refractory acne, alternatives to existing care are constantly sought after. In …
Over the last two decades, lasers and light-based therapies have been developed to treat a wide variety of cutaneous maladies. Given …
Evaluation of 532-nm KTP laser treatment efficacy on acne vulgaris with once and twice weekly applications.
Yilmaz O, Senturk N, Yuksel EP, Aydin F, Ozden MG, Canturk T, Turanli A. Yilmaz O, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2011 Dec;13(6):303-7. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2011.630087. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2011. PMID: 21981360 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Light-based therapies and lasers have been proposed for the treatment of acne vulgaris but the efficacy and application periods of 532-nm KTP laser treatment are not clear. ...CONCLUSION: 532-nm KTP laser treatment may be an alternative method in …
BACKGROUND: Light-based therapies and lasers have been proposed for the treatment of acne vulgaris but the efficacy and …
Laser treatment for facial acne scars: A review.
Sadick NS, Cardona A. Sadick NS, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2018 Nov-Dec;20(7-8):424-435. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2018.1461230. Epub 2018 Nov 5. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2018. PMID: 30395754 Review.
RESULTS: Various types of lasers have been evaluated for the treatment of atrophic acne scars. While they are efficacious overall, they differ in terms of side effects and clinical outcomes, depending on patients skin and acne scar type. ...CONCLUSION: Evaluation of …
RESULTS: Various types of lasers have been evaluated for the treatment of atrophic acne scars. While they are efficacious overall, th …
Treatment of inflammatory facial acne vulgaris with combination 595-nm pulsed-dye laser with dynamic-cooling-device and 1,450-nm diode laser.
Glaich AS, Friedman PM, Jih MH, Goldberg LH. Glaich AS, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2006 Mar;38(3):177-80. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20209. Lasers Surg Med. 2006. PMID: 16180221
Patients' subjective response to treatment was evaluated regarding improvement in acne, acne scarring, oiliness, and redness of the skin. RESULTS: All patients had reductions in acne lesion counts. ...Patients described moderate-to-marked improvement in ac …
Patients' subjective response to treatment was evaluated regarding improvement in acne, acne scarring, oiliness, and redness o …
Treatment of Mild to Severe Acne Vulgaris With a 650-Microsecond 1064-nm Nd:YAG Laser.
Saedi N, Griffin T Jr, Kelly S. Saedi N, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024 Nov 1;23(11):957-964. doi: 10.36849/JDD.8171. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 39496129
BACKGROUND: Effective treatment of acne remains a challenge to dermatologists. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of a 650-microsecond, pulsed 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser therapy for mild to severe facial acne vulgaris. ...CONCLUSIONS: The 6 …
BACKGROUND: Effective treatment of acne remains a challenge to dermatologists. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability o …
Photodynamic therapy for acne vulgaris: a randomized, controlled, split-face clinical trial of topical aminolevulinic acid and pulsed dye laser therapy.
Orringer JS, Sachs DL, Bailey E, Kang S, Hamilton T, Voorhees JJ. Orringer JS, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2010 Mar;9(1):28-34. doi: 10.1111/j.1473-2165.2010.00483.x. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2010. PMID: 20367670 Free article. Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: There remains the need for more effective therapeutic options to treat acne vulgaris. Interest in light-based acne treatments has increased, but few randomized, controlled clinical trials assessing the value of photodynamic therapy ( …
BACKGROUND: There remains the need for more effective therapeutic options to treat acne vulgaris. Interest in light-bas …
Home-use devices in aesthetic dermatology.
Keller EC. Keller EC. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2014 Dec;33(4):198-204. doi: 10.12788/j.sder.0121. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2014. PMID: 25830253 Review.
The world of aesthetic medicine is increasingly a consumer-driven market with a wide variety of home-use devices from which the consumer can choose for treating hair removal, hair loss, acne, facial rejuvenation, and other dermatologic conditions. Where these devices fit i …
The world of aesthetic medicine is increasingly a consumer-driven market with a wide variety of home-use devices from which the consumer can …
An Overview of Acne Therapy, Part 1: Topical therapy, Oral Antibiotics, Laser and Light Therapy, and Dietary Interventions.
Marson JW, Baldwin HE. Marson JW, et al. Dermatol Clin. 2019 Apr;37(2):183-193. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2018.12.001. Epub 2019 Feb 14. Dermatol Clin. 2019. PMID: 30850041 Review.
Therapeutic actives for acne have changed little in the last decade. Recognition that acne is an inflammatory condition, not an infectious one, has led to a call for reduction in antibiotic use. This has culminated in a re-evaluation of highly efficacious combinatio …
Therapeutic actives for acne have changed little in the last decade. Recognition that acne is an inflammatory condition, not a …
Investigation of the mechanism of action of nonablative pulsed-dye laser therapy in photorejuvenation and inflammatory acne vulgaris.
Seaton ED, Mouser PE, Charakida A, Alam S, Seldon PM, Chu AC. Seaton ED, et al. Br J Dermatol. 2006 Oct;155(4):748-55. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2006.07429.x. Br J Dermatol. 2006. PMID: 16965424
METHODS: We examined the effect of NA-PDL (NliteV; Chromogenex Light Technologies, Llanelli, U.K.) on P. acnes colonization before and after laser therapy using a scrub-wash technique and culture at 0 and 24 h (n = 15), on SER using absorptive tape at 0, 2, 4, 8 and …
METHODS: We examined the effect of NA-PDL (NliteV; Chromogenex Light Technologies, Llanelli, U.K.) on P. acnes colonization before an …
Effect of smooth pulsed light at 400 to 700 and 870 to 1,200 nm for acne vulgaris in Asian skin.
Kawana S, Tachihara R, Kato T, Omi T. Kawana S, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2010;36(1):52-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2009.01380.x. Epub 2009 Nov 13. Dermatol Surg. 2010. PMID: 19912276
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of IPL on acne vulgaris in Asian skin. METHODS: Twenty-five Japanese patients, mainly of skin phototypes III or IV and moderate to severe acne, were treated five times with IPL at wavelengths of 400 to 700 nm and …
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of IPL on acne vulgaris in Asian skin. METHODS: Twenty-five Japanese patients, …
Fractional CO(2) laser versus 1064-nm long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser for inflammatory acne vulgaris treatment: a randomized clinical trial.
Hammoda TM, Ahmed NA, Hamdino M. Hammoda TM, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2023 Aug 18;38(1):187. doi: 10.1007/s10103-023-03855-6. Lasers Med Sci. 2023. PMID: 37592125 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
Acne vulgaris is challenging to treat for several individuals. Laser therapy may be a desirable alternative to traditional therapies with limited success. This study aimed to assess efficacy of fractional CO(2) laser versus Nd:YAG laser for acne vul …
Acne vulgaris is challenging to treat for several individuals. Laser therapy may be a desirable alternative to traditio …
Acne Treatment With Light Absorbing Gold Microparticles and Optical Pulses: An Open-Label European Multi-Centered Study in Moderate to Moderately Severe Acne Vulgaris Patients.
Fuchs CSK, Bay C, Adatto M, Lomholt H, Haedersdal M. Fuchs CSK, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2019 Oct;51(8):686-693. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23099. Epub 2019 May 14. Lasers Surg Med. 2019. PMID: 31090089
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a single monotherapy treatment regimen with gold microparticles and diode laser exposure in patients with moderate and moderately severe acne. Further, to evaluate the added benefit of a second treatment regimen combined with pharmace …
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a single monotherapy treatment regimen with gold microparticles and diode laser exposure in patients …
Lasers, light, and acne.
Hirsch RJ, Shalita AR. Hirsch RJ, et al. Cutis. 2003 May;71(5):353-4. Cutis. 2003. PMID: 12769401 Review.
Acne vulgaris is a highly prevalent disease with significant potential for physical and emotional scarring. ...Recently, several investigators have presented studies in which light of particular wavelengths has been used to treat acne vulgaris. …
Acne vulgaris is a highly prevalent disease with significant potential for physical and emotional scarring. ...Recently, sever …
Dermatologic care of the transgender patient.
Hermosura Almazan T, Kabigting FD. Hermosura Almazan T, et al. Dermatol Online J. 2016 Oct 15;22(10):13030/qt01j5z8ps. Dermatol Online J. 2016. PMID: 28329583 Free article. Review.
Clinical management of this population has historically been limited to 20 mental health providers, endocrinologists, and select surgeons with expertise in sex reassignment surgery. The impact of hormonal 21 therapy on transgender skin has been well documented in endocrino …
Clinical management of this population has historically been limited to 20 mental health providers, endocrinologists, and select surgeons wi …
Treatment of Acne Vulgaris With a 650-ms, 1064-nm Nd:YAG Laser: A Retrospective Study.
Olugbade ID, Petty AC, Imahiyerobo-Ip J. Olugbade ID, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Feb;24(2):e16711. doi: 10.1111/jocd.16711. Epub 2024 Dec 12. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 39663902 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: The 650-ms, 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser device may provide superior efficacy and tolerability for the treatment of acne vulgaris over conventional treatments. AIM: To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of a 650-ms laser for the treatment of mild to severe f …
BACKGROUND: The 650-ms, 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser device may provide superior efficacy and tolerability for the treatment of acne vulga …
The Application of Light Emitting Diode (LED) in Cosmetic Dermatology.
Guo Z, Yuan K. Guo Z, et al. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2025 Sep;41(5):e70041. doi: 10.1111/phpp.70041. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2025. PMID: 40751922 Review.
BACKGROUND: Light-emitting diode (LED) therapy employs narrow-spectrum, incoherent light for photobiomodulation in dermatology, offering advantages of safety, non-invasiveness, and ease of use. ...This interaction induces beneficial cellular changes su …
BACKGROUND: Light-emitting diode (LED) therapy employs narrow-spectrum, incoherent light for photobiomodulation …
Nonablative phototherapy for acne vulgaris using the KTP 532 nm laser.
Baugh WP, Kucaba WD. Baugh WP, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Oct;31(10):1290-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2005.31205. Dermatol Surg. 2005. PMID: 16188181 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Acne vulgaris is an acute inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous units. The bastion of treatment for acne vulgaris has been the use of topical and systemic therapies. ...CONCLUSION: Use of the KTP 532 nm laser for the treatment and manag …
BACKGROUND: Acne vulgaris is an acute inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous units. The bastion of treatment for acne …
Treatment of Acne With a 1726 nm Laser, Air Cooling, and Real-Time Temperature Monitoring, Software-Assisted Power Adjustment to Achieve a Temperature Endpoint With Selective Sebaceous Gland Photothermolysis.
Tanghetti EA, Sierra R, Estes M, Eck A, Intintoli A, Hofvander H, Cohen JL, Friedmann DP, Goldman MP, Pomerantz H, Wang JV, Geronemus RG, Anderson RR, Sakamoto FH. Tanghetti EA, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2025 Mar;57(3):236-251. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23872. Epub 2025 Jan 8. Lasers Surg Med. 2025. PMID: 39780333
This approach enables treating to a desired tissue temperature and depth to provide a safe, effective, reproducible, and durable treatment of acne. METHODS: We designed and built a 1726 nm laser system with a 40 W maximum power output, a highly controlled air-cooling devic …
This approach enables treating to a desired tissue temperature and depth to provide a safe, effective, reproducible, and durable treatment o …
Platelet-rich plasma as an adjuvant therapy to fractional ablative carbon dioxide lasers for cutaneous repair: a complementary treatment for atrophic acne scarring.
Gaumond SI, Abdin R, Yaghi M, Mahmoud RH, Rodriguez M, Eber AE, Jimenez JJ. Gaumond SI, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2024 Oct 10;39(1):254. doi: 10.1007/s10103-024-04192-y. Lasers Med Sci. 2024. PMID: 39387947 Free PMC article. Review.
Acne has a prevalence of over 90% among adolescents, and subsequently progresses to acne scarring in approximately 47% of cases. ...This review aims to analyze the combined use of PRP and laser therapy for treating acne scarring by examining randomized …
Acne has a prevalence of over 90% among adolescents, and subsequently progresses to acne scarring in approximately 47% of case …
Delivery of light to the skin through ablated conduits.
Tanghetti E, Mirkov M, Sierra RA. Tanghetti E, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2017 Jan;49(1):69-77. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22533. Epub 2016 May 19. Lasers Surg Med. 2017. PMID: 27197620 Review.
A pilot study was performed to explore the benefits of treatments through ablated conduits for skin tightening, cellulite, and acne scarring. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A custom-built laser from Cynosure Inc. was designed to deliver to the epidermis up to 3 J/cm(2) at 2,940 nm …
A pilot study was performed to explore the benefits of treatments through ablated conduits for skin tightening, cellulite, and acne s …
Concomitant use of an infrared fractional laser with low-dose isotretinoin for the treatment of acne and acne scars.
Yoon JH, Park EJ, Kwon IH, Kim CW, Lee GS, Hann SK, Kim KH, Kim KJ. Yoon JH, et al. J Dermatolog Treat. 2014 Apr;25(2):142-6. doi: 10.3109/09546634.2013.768758. Epub 2013 May 6. J Dermatolog Treat. 2014. PMID: 23336106 Free article.
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring has lifelong sequelae. Fractional photothermolysis (FP) has been shown to provide fast recovery from acne within a short period, thereby aiding skin rejuvenation. Isotretinoin is a well-known, effective drug for the treatment of severe reca …
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring has lifelong sequelae. Fractional photothermolysis (FP) has been shown to provide fast recovery from acn …
Safety and efficacy of hybrid energy and trifractional technologies in the treatment of acne scars: An open-label clinical trial.
Yu JN, Abat K. Yu JN, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016;18(2):60-5. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2015.1063658. Epub 2016 Jan 28. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016. PMID: 26820256 Clinical Trial.
Dermatologist's scoring using the global acne scoring system resulted in improvement of 75% of patients after 4 HE sessions and 100% after TF treatments. ...CONCLUSION: A treatment protocol combining HE and TF technology is safe, effective, and comfortable in the treatment …
Dermatologist's scoring using the global acne scoring system resulted in improvement of 75% of patients after 4 HE sessions and 100% …
Comparative efficacy and safety of 577-nm diode laser versus 1064-nm Nd: YAG laser for inflammatory acne vulgaris: a split-face randomized study.
Mohamed EM, Abdel-Aleem HL, Elazab GMH, Rageh MA. Mohamed EM, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2025 Oct 10;40(1):422. doi: 10.1007/s10103-025-04654-x. Lasers Med Sci. 2025. PMID: 41071332 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory skin disorder with physical and psychosocial impact. ...We aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of the 577-nm diode laser versus the 1064-nm Nd: YAG laser in treating inflammatory acne vulgaris. In this prospe …
Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory skin disorder with physical and psychosocial impact. ...We aimed to compare the efficac …
Evaluation of clinical improvement in acne scars and active acne in patients treated with the 1540-nm non-ablative fractional laser.
Isarría MJ, Cornejo P, Muñoz E, Royo de la Torre J, Moraga JM. Isarría MJ, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2011 Aug;10(8):907-12. J Drugs Dermatol. 2011. PMID: 21818514
INTRODUCTION: Acne is a characteristic condition of puberty; however, adults who continue to have acne outbreaks frequently attend dermatology clinics. ...CONCLUSION: A 1540-nm non-ablative fractional laser provides effective treatment of acne scars. Patient …
INTRODUCTION: Acne is a characteristic condition of puberty; however, adults who continue to have acne outbreaks frequently at …
Treatment of acne vulgaris with a pulsed dye laser: a randomized controlled trial.
Orringer JS, Kang S, Hamilton T, Schumacher W, Cho S, Hammerberg C, Fisher GJ, Karimipour DJ, Johnson TM, Voorhees JJ. Orringer JS, et al. JAMA. 2004 Jun 16;291(23):2834-9. doi: 10.1001/jama.291.23.2834. JAMA. 2004. PMID: 15199033 Clinical Trial.
CONTEXT: The high prevalence of acne vulgaris and its significant morbidity underscore the need for convenient, low-risk, and efficacious therapy. ...CONCLUSIONS: In this study, the nonpurpuric pulsed dye laser therapy did not result in significant imp …
CONTEXT: The high prevalence of acne vulgaris and its significant morbidity underscore the need for convenient, low-risk, and …
Side effects of common acne treatments.
Tripathi SV, Gustafson CJ, Huang KE, Feldman SR. Tripathi SV, et al. Expert Opin Drug Saf. 2013 Jan;12(1):39-51. doi: 10.1517/14740338.2013.740456. Epub 2012 Nov 20. Expert Opin Drug Saf. 2013. PMID: 23163336
INTRODUCTION: A variety of acne treatments exist, including topical benzoyl peroxide, topical retinoids, topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics, hormonal therapy, isotretinoin, and procedural therapies, such as light and laser therapies. ...AREAS COVERED: A sy …
INTRODUCTION: A variety of acne treatments exist, including topical benzoyl peroxide, topical retinoids, topical antibiotics, oral an …
The long-term effect of 1550 nm erbium:glass fractional laser in acne vulgaris.
Liu Y, Zeng W, Hu D, Jha S, Ge Q, Geng S, Xiao S, Hu G, Wang X. Liu Y, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2016 Apr;31(3):453-7. doi: 10.1007/s10103-016-1871-5. Epub 2016 Jan 21. Lasers Med Sci. 2016. PMID: 26796708
We evaluated the short-term and long-term effects of the 1550 nm erbium:glass (Er:glass) fractional laser in the treatment of facial acne vulgaris. Forty-five (9 male and 36 female) acne patients were treated 4 times at 4-week intervals with the following par …
We evaluated the short-term and long-term effects of the 1550 nm erbium:glass (Er:glass) fractional laser in the treatment of facial acne …
Photodynamic therapy in dermatology--an update.
Babilas P, Karrer S, Sidoroff A, Landthaler M, Szeimies RM. Babilas P, et al. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2005 Jun;21(3):142-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0781.2005.00147.x. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2005. PMID: 15888131 Review.
However, a therapeutical benefit of PDT is also evident for inflammatory dermatoses like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris and granuloma annulare. Recent work has been focused on the development and evaluation of topical photosensitizers like the heme precursor 5 …
However, a therapeutical benefit of PDT is also evident for inflammatory dermatoses like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris …
Comparison of multiple 1565 nm fractional Er: glass laser and single fractional CO(2) laser in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: a prospective, randomized split-face study.
Liu X, Zou T, Cao Y, Wang P, Zhi C, Zhang G, Wang R, Zhang L, Wang X. Liu X, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2025 Feb 17;27(1-2):17-23. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2025.2459629. Epub 2025 Feb 10. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2025. PMID: 39930716 Clinical Trial.
Both ablative fractional laser (AFL) and non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) are gaining popularity in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. However, single NAFL may not be as effective as single AFL in clinical practice. ...In conclusion, consecutive triple NAFL treatmen …
Both ablative fractional laser (AFL) and non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) are gaining popularity in the treatment of atrophic acne …
Use of combined fractional carbon dioxide laser and fractional microneedle radiofrequency for the treatment of acne scars: A retrospective analysis of 1-month treatment outcome on scar severity and patient satisfaction.
Tatlıparmak A, Aksoy B, Shishehgarkhaneh LR, Gökdemir G, Koç E. Tatlıparmak A, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020 Jan;19(1):115-121. doi: 10.1111/jocd.13004. Epub 2019 May 29. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020. PMID: 31141299
BACKGROUND: Acne scars lead to social and psychological problems for patients, and they should be treated effectively. Ablative and nonablative lasers have been used for the treatment of acne scars in recent years. AIMS: The aim of this study was to evaluate the eff …
BACKGROUND: Acne scars lead to social and psychological problems for patients, and they should be treated effectively. Ablative and n …
[No title available]
Goldberg DJ. Goldberg DJ. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2015;17(4):169. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2015.1068543. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2015. PMID: 26227375 No abstract available.
Photodynamic therapy in dermatology: state-of-the-art.
Babilas P, Schreml S, Landthaler M, Szeimies RM. Babilas P, et al. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2010 Jun;26(3):118-32. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0781.2010.00507.x. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2010. PMID: 20584250 Review.
There is also great promise of PDT for many non-neoplastic dermatological diseases like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris, granuloma anulare and leishmaniasis. Aesthetic indications like photo-aged skin or sebaceous gland hyperplasia complete the range of applica …
There is also great promise of PDT for many non-neoplastic dermatological diseases like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris, …
Using normal and high pulse coverage with picosecond laser treatment of wrinkles and acne scarring: Long term clinical observations.
Dierickx C. Dierickx C. Lasers Surg Med. 2018 Jan;50(1):51-55. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22763. Epub 2017 Nov 15. Lasers Surg Med. 2018. PMID: 29140537 Free PMC article.
Photographs at final follow up were compared to baseline by two blinded Board Certified Dermatologists and assessed for improvements to acne scarring using a 6-point grading score, for wrinkles using the Fitzpatrick Wrinkle & Elastosis 3-point grading scale and a Globa …
Photographs at final follow up were compared to baseline by two blinded Board Certified Dermatologists and assessed for improvements to a …
The efficacy and safety of subcision using CO(2) gas combined with fractional laser for acne scars: Clinical and microscopic evaluation.
Lee SJ, Suh DH, Chang KY, Kim HJ, Kim TI, Jeong KH, Shin MK, Song KY. Lee SJ, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016 Nov;18(7):417-420. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2016.1202418. Epub 2016 Aug 5. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016. PMID: 27352153
OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the efficacy and the safety of the combined treatment with CO(2) gas subcision and CO(2) fractional laser for acne scars. METHODS AND MATERIALS: Fourteen patients with acne scars were treated with three sessions of CO(2) gas subcision …
OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the efficacy and the safety of the combined treatment with CO(2) gas subcision and CO(2) fractional laser fo …
Combination Therapy for Acne Scarring: Personal Experience and Clinical Suggestions.
Kroepfl L, Emer JJ. Kroepfl L, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016 Nov 1;15(11):1413-1419. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016. PMID: 28095556
Acne is one of the most prevalent skin conditions seen by dermatologists. The cosmetic sequelae of severe acne, including scarring and pigmentation, have a profound psychological impact on those in icted. Topical (eg, retinoids, antibiotics, dapsone, hydroxyacids) a …
Acne is one of the most prevalent skin conditions seen by dermatologists. The cosmetic sequelae of severe acne, including scar …
Combination of intense pulsed light and fractional CO(2) laser treatments for patients with acne with inflammatory and scarring lesions.
Wang B, Wu Y, Luo YJ, Xu XG, Xu TH, Chen JZ, Gao XH, Chen HD, Li YH. Wang B, et al. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2013 Jun;38(4):344-51. doi: 10.1111/ced.12010. Epub 2013 Apr 3. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2013. PMID: 23551214
BACKGROUND: Various laser and light sources are been used increasingly in cosmetic dermatology. AIM: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of combination intense pulsed light (IPL) and fractional CO2 laser in treating patients with acne with both inflammatory a …
BACKGROUND: Various laser and light sources are been used increasingly in cosmetic dermatology. AIM: To evaluate the efficacy and saf …
Optical treatments for acne.
Ross EV. Ross EV. Dermatol Ther. 2005 May-Jun;18(3):253-66. doi: 10.1111/j.1529-8019.2005.05024.x. Dermatol Ther. 2005. PMID: 16229726 Review.
Light-based treatments for acne are becoming increasingly commonplace in dermatology. This article reviews various light approaches in acne therapy. Methods are discussed from an anatomical and a functional perspective. ...
Light-based treatments for acne are becoming increasingly commonplace in dermatology. This article reviews various light …
A Review of Laser Therapies for the Treatment of Scarring and Vascular Anomalies.
Nunez JH, Strong AL, Comish P, Hespe GE, Harvey J, Sorkin M, Levi B. Nunez JH, et al. Adv Wound Care (New Rochelle). 2023 Feb;12(2):68-84. doi: 10.1089/wound.2021.0045. Epub 2022 Aug 11. Adv Wound Care (New Rochelle). 2023. PMID: 35951024 Review.
Significance: Laser use has become part of the gold standard of treatment as an effective adjuvant in multimodal therapy for pathologic scarring caused by burns, trauma, acne, and surgery, as well as vascular anomalies. ...Novel lasers and fractionated technologies …
Significance: Laser use has become part of the gold standard of treatment as an effective adjuvant in multimodal therapy for patholog …
Photodynamic therapy in dermatology: a review.
Choudhary S, Nouri K, Elsaie ML. Choudhary S, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2009 Nov;24(6):971-80. doi: 10.1007/s10103-009-0716-x. Epub 2009 Aug 5. Lasers Med Sci. 2009. PMID: 19653060 Review.
PDT is also used for the treatment of non-malignant conditions such as acne vulgaris and leishmaniasis, as well as for treating premature skin aging due to sun exposure. ...Treating superficial non-melanoma skin cancer, PDT has been shown to be highly efficient, des …
PDT is also used for the treatment of non-malignant conditions such as acne vulgaris and leishmaniasis, as well as for treatin …
Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of a Picosecond Alexandrite Laser With DLA for Acne Scars in Chinese Patients.
Zhang M, Fang J, Wu Q, Lin T. Zhang M, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2020 Feb;52(2):176-181. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23177. Epub 2019 Nov 10. Lasers Surg Med. 2020. PMID: 31709575
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Recently, picosecond laser treatment has been used as an effective treatment for acne scars. To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a picosecond alexandrite laser with a diffractive lens array in the treatment of acne scars in Chinese pati …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Recently, picosecond laser treatment has been used as an effective treatment for acne scars. To evaluate t …
[Nonablative fractional lasers: Acne scars and other indications].
Degitz K. Degitz K. Hautarzt. 2015 Oct;66(10):753-6. doi: 10.1007/s00105-015-3670-5. Hautarzt. 2015. PMID: 26253115 Review. German.
It is mainly used for restructuring dermal connective tissue in order to treat, for example, acne scars or solar elastosis. It is also applied to the treatment of melasma and other benign cutaneous pigment disorders. This article discusses various indications in light …
It is mainly used for restructuring dermal connective tissue in order to treat, for example, acne scars or solar elastosis. It is als …
Indications and Use of Isotretinoin in Facial Plastic Surgery.
Heppt MV, Kirchberger MC, Ruzicka T, Berking C, Heppt WJ. Heppt MV, et al. Facial Plast Surg. 2018 Feb;34(1):75-81. doi: 10.1055/s-0037-1617446. Epub 2018 Feb 6. Facial Plast Surg. 2018. PMID: 29409107 Review.
For years, there has been intense debate on whether the use of isotretinoin combined with cosmetic or surgical procedures is safe and potentially more efficient than either therapy alone. Due to delays in wound healing and keloid formation, conservative recommendations wer …
For years, there has been intense debate on whether the use of isotretinoin combined with cosmetic or surgical procedures is safe and potent …
Poly-L-Lactic Acid Combined With CO(2) Fractional Laser for the Treatment of Acne Scars.
Zhou C, Chen W, Zhang L, Luo X, Zhu L, Zhang E, Li K, Qin X. Zhou C, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Jun;24(6):e70271. doi: 10.1111/jocd.70271. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 40476635 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
In this study, a novel PLLA material was used in combination with a CO(2) fractional laser to treat acne scars, and its safety and effectiveness were evaluated. AIMS: To determine the safety and effectiveness of PLLA (Loviselle) combined with a CO(2) fractional laser in th …
In this study, a novel PLLA material was used in combination with a CO(2) fractional laser to treat acne scars, and its safety and ef …
Comparative study on efficacy and safety of 1550 nm Er:Glass fractional laser and fractional radiofrequency microneedle device for facial atrophic acne scar.
Chae WS, Seong JY, Jung HN, Kong SH, Kim MH, Suh HS, Choi YS. Chae WS, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2015 Jun;14(2):100-6. doi: 10.1111/jocd.12139. Epub 2015 Mar 23. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2015. PMID: 25810322 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: The 1550 nm Er:Glass fractional laser is widely used for the treatment of atrophic acne scar. A novel fractional radiofrequency microneedle device has recently emerged as an alternative for treating acne scars. ...There were no significant side effects. …
BACKGROUND: The 1550 nm Er:Glass fractional laser is widely used for the treatment of atrophic acne scar. A novel fractional radiofre …
Treatment of atrophic facial scars of acne vulgaris by Q-Switched Nd:YAG (Neodymium: Yttrium-Aluminum-Garnet) laser 1064 nm wavelength.
Maluki AH, Mohammad FH. Maluki AH, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012 Oct;14(5):224-33. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2012.723807. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012. PMID: 23016531 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm) is a new modality that was reported to be effective in treatment of acne scars. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness and the safety of this laser in treatment of acne scars. ...CONCLUSION: Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser (10 …
BACKGROUND: Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm) is a new modality that was reported to be effective in treatment of acne scars. OBJECTI …
[Light, laser and PDT therapy for acne].
Borelli C, Merk K, Plewig G, Degitz K. Borelli C, et al. Hautarzt. 2005 Nov;56(11):1027-32. doi: 10.1007/s00105-005-1036-0. Hautarzt. 2005. PMID: 16200418 Review. German.
In recent years, a number of studies have evaluated the treatment of acne using electromagnetic waves, such as lasers, photodynamic therapy, visible light or radio waves. ...Treatment with blue light (405-420 nm wavelength) also appears effective and c …
In recent years, a number of studies have evaluated the treatment of acne using electromagnetic waves, such as lasers, photodynamic …
Comparison of Fractional Micro-Plasma Radiofrequency and Fractional Microneedle Radiofrequency for the Treatment of Atrophic Acne Scars: A Pilot Randomized Split-Face Clinical Study in China.
Lan T, Tang L, Xia A, Hamblin MR, Jian D, Yin R. Lan T, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2021 Sep;53(7):906-913. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23369. Epub 2020 Dec 16. Lasers Surg Med. 2021. PMID: 33326634 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Both fractional micro-plasma radiofrequency (RF) and fractional microneedle RF are novel devices that can be applied for the treatment of atrophic acne scars, and they have both been proved to be effective. To compare the clinical effectiveness an …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Both fractional micro-plasma radiofrequency (RF) and fractional microneedle RF are novel devices that can be appli …
Comparison of the fractionated Nd: YAG 1064-nm picosecond laser with holographic optics and the fractional CO(2) laser in atrophic acne scar treatment: a prospective, randomized, split-face study.
Yuan Y, He Y, Fang J, Zhang M, Wu Q. Yuan Y, et al. Int J Dermatol. 2025 Jan;64(1):85-91. doi: 10.1111/ijd.17296. Epub 2024 Jun 24. Int J Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 38924534 Clinical Trial.
KEY POINT: The 1064-nm picosecond laser with holographic optics demonstrated significant efficacy in treating atrophic acne scars. BACKGROUND: Picosecond lasers with fractionated optics have enabled the development of a breakthrough skin rejuvenation method. The authors co …
KEY POINT: The 1064-nm picosecond laser with holographic optics demonstrated significant efficacy in treating atrophic acne scars. BA …
Acne vulgarism treatment using ultra-short laser pulse generated by micro- and nano-ring resonator system.
Jalil MA, Phelawan J, Aziz MS, Saktioto T, Ong CT, Yupapin PP. Jalil MA, et al. Artif Cells Nanomed Biotechnol. 2013 Apr;41(2):92-7. doi: 10.3109/10731199.2012.700519. Epub 2012 Sep 19. Artif Cells Nanomed Biotechnol. 2013. PMID: 22991968 Free article.
Acne vulgaris is adebilitating dermatologic disease, and is conventionally treated by laser therapy using a microring resonator system. ...The power of the laser is 200 W and the wavelength laser is 1,032 nm, which is proposed as a treatment of acne …
Acne vulgaris is adebilitating dermatologic disease, and is conventionally treated by laser therapy using a microring r …
Efficacy and safety of a low-energy double-pass 1450-nm diode laser for the treatment of acne scars.
Wada T, Kawada A, Hirao A, Sasaya H, Oiso N. Wada T, et al. Photomed Laser Surg. 2012 Feb;30(2):107-11. doi: 10.1089/pho.2011.3063. Epub 2011 Dec 1. Photomed Laser Surg. 2012. PMID: 22133153
Topical therapies for acne vulgaris were permitted during the follow-up period. RESULTS: All patients completed the five treatment sessions. ...Vesicle formation and transient hyperpigmentation also occurred in one case. CONCLUSIONS: The 1450-nm diode laser thera …
Topical therapies for acne vulgaris were permitted during the follow-up period. RESULTS: All patients completed the five treat …
Integrated Cooling-Vacuum-Assisted Non-Fractional 1540-nm Erbium:Glass Laser: A New Modality for the Simultaneous Effective Treatment of Acne Lesions and Scars.
Politi Y, Levi A, Snast I, Ad-EL D, Lapidoth M. Politi Y, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2018 Nov 1;17(11):1173 - 1176. J Drugs Dermatol. 2018. PMID: 30500135
Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder with a significant impact on patients' quality of life. ...Objectives: To determine the safety and efficacy of an integrated cooling-vacuum-assisted non-fractional 1540-nm Erbium:Glass laser for the treatment of …
Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder with a significant impact on patients' quality of life. ...Objectives: T …
A split-face comparison of a fractional microneedle radiofrequency device and fractional carbon dioxide laser therapy in acne patients.
Shin JU, Lee SH, Jung JY, Lee JH. Shin JU, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012 Oct;14(5):212-7. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2012.720023. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012. PMID: 23016530 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: A number of lasers and light-based devices have been reported as promising treatment options for acne vulgaris. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of fractional microneedle radiofrequency (MRF) device treatment compared to CO(2) fracti …
BACKGROUND: A number of lasers and light-based devices have been reported as promising treatment options for acne vulgaris …
[Therapy of acne scars].
Jansen T, Podda M. Jansen T, et al. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2010 Mar;8 Suppl 1:S81-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1610-0387.2009.07173.x. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2010. PMID: 20482696 Review. German.
Acne scarring is common but difficult to treat. A descriptive, universally acceptable classification system of atrophic acne scars includes three scar types: icepick, boxcar, and rolling. ...It is important to emphasize to the patient that acne scars can be i …
Acne scarring is common but difficult to treat. A descriptive, universally acceptable classification system of atrophic acne s …
Low-level red LED light inhibits hyperkeratinization and inflammation induced by unsaturated fatty acid in an in vitro model mimicking acne.
Li WH, Fassih A, Binner C, Parsa R, Southall MD. Li WH, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2018 Feb;50(2):158-165. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22747. Epub 2017 Nov 2. Lasers Surg Med. 2018. PMID: 29095531
Light therapy has attracted medical interests as a safe alternative treatment for acne. ...CONCLUSION: Low level red LED light therapy could provide beneficial effects of anti-inflammation, normalizing pilosebaceous hyperkeratiniza …
Light therapy has attracted medical interests as a safe alternative treatment for acne. ...CONCLUSION: Low le …
Treatment of punched-out atrophic and rolling acne scars in skin phototypes III, IV, and V with variable square pulse erbium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser resurfacing.
Wanitphakdeedecha R, Manuskiatti W, Siriphukpong S, Chen TM. Wanitphakdeedecha R, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2009 Sep;35(9):1376-83. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2009.01244.x. Epub 2009 Jun 22. Dermatol Surg. 2009. PMID: 19549185 Clinical Trial.
OBJECTIVE: To determine the efficacy and side effects of variable square pulse (VSP) erbium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Er:YAG) laser resurfacing for treatment of punched-out atrophic and rolling acne scars. METHODS Twenty-four subjects with acne scars were treated mon …
OBJECTIVE: To determine the efficacy and side effects of variable square pulse (VSP) erbium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Er:YAG) laser resurfaci …
Clinical evaluation of a 1,450-nm diode laser as adjunctive treatment for refractory facial acne vulgaris.
Astner S, Tsao SS. Astner S, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2008 Aug;34(8):1054-61. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2008.34206.x. Epub 2008 May 6. Dermatol Surg. 2008. PMID: 18462424
OBJECTIVE: Herein we evaluate the use of this laser as an adjunctive tool in the management of refractory facial acne vulgaris. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Thirteen patients were treated. Lesion counts, clinical evaluation, and digital photography were performed at basel …
OBJECTIVE: Herein we evaluate the use of this laser as an adjunctive tool in the management of refractory facial acne vulgaris …
A review of available laser and intense light source home devices: A dermatologist's perspective.
Juhász ML, Levin MK, Marmur ES. Juhász ML, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2017 Dec;16(4):438-443. doi: 10.1111/jocd.12371. Epub 2017 Jul 25. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2017. PMID: 28741866 Review.
BACKGROUND: Home optical devices are becoming an increasingly popular treatment modality sought out by patients for dermatologic pathologies such as acne, hair removal and anti-aging, as these devices are a low-cost and convenient therapy choice. ...These devices ha …
BACKGROUND: Home optical devices are becoming an increasingly popular treatment modality sought out by patients for dermatologic pathologies …
The efficacy of pulsed dye laser treatment for inflammatory skin diseases: a systematic review.
Erceg A, de Jong EM, van de Kerkhof PC, Seyger MM. Erceg A, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2013 Oct;69(4):609-615.e8. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2013.03.029. Epub 2013 May 24. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2013. PMID: 23711766
The inflammatory skin diseases treated with PDL consisted of: psoriasis, acne vulgaris, lupus erythematodes, granuloma faciale, sarcoidosis, eczematous lesions, papulopustular rosacea, lichen sclerosis, granuloma annulare, Jessner lymphocytic infiltration of the ski …
The inflammatory skin diseases treated with PDL consisted of: psoriasis, acne vulgaris, lupus erythematodes, granuloma faciale …
Home-use laser and light devices for the skin: an update.
Metelitsa AI, Green JB. Metelitsa AI, et al. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2011 Sep;30(3):144-7. doi: 10.1016/j.sder.2011.05.005. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2011. PMID: 21925367 Review.
Over the past several years, a number of home-use laser and light skin devices have been introduced for various indications, including photorejuvenation, hair growth, hair removal and acne treatment. ...
Over the past several years, a number of home-use laser and light skin devices have been introduced for various indications, includin …
Efficacy and safety of 1550-nm fractional laser in the treatment of acne scars in Chinese patients: A split-face comparative study.
Yang Q, Huang W, Qian H, Chen S, Ma L, Lu Z. Yang Q, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016 Oct;18(6):312-6. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2016.1188211. Epub 2016 Jul 18. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016. PMID: 27183153
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and side effects of 1550-nm fractional Er:Glass laser in treating atrophic acne scar. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Thirty Chinese patients aged 18-65 with atrophic acne scars on both cheeks received a split-face treatment, one side with …
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and side effects of 1550-nm fractional Er:Glass laser in treating atrophic acne scar. MATERIALS A …
Atrophic acne scar treatment using triple combination therapy: dot peeling, subcision and fractional laser.
Kang WH, Kim YJ, Pyo WS, Park SJ, Kim JH. Kang WH, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2009 Dec;11(4):212-5. doi: 10.3109/14764170903134326. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2009. PMID: 19951190
In this pilot study, the efficacy and safety of this method was investigated for the treatment of acne scars. Ten patients received this therapy for a year. Dot peeling and subcision were performed twice 2-3 months apart and fractional laser irradiation was performe …
In this pilot study, the efficacy and safety of this method was investigated for the treatment of acne scars. Ten patients received t …
Evaluation of the clinical efficacy of the 1,450 nm laser in acne vulgaris: a randomized split-face, investigator-blinded clinical trial.
Darné S, Hiscutt EL, Seukeran DC. Darné S, et al. Br J Dermatol. 2011 Dec;165(6):1256-62. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2011.10614.x. Br J Dermatol. 2011. PMID: 21910712 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: The 1450 nm laser shrinks sebaceous glands histologically, reduces seborrhoea and has been shown in numerous small uncontrolled studies to improve inflammatory acne. OBJECTIVES: To assess objectively the clinical efficacy and long-term outcome of the 1450 nm la …
BACKGROUND: The 1450 nm laser shrinks sebaceous glands histologically, reduces seborrhoea and has been shown in numerous small uncontrolled …
Treatment of facial acne papules and pustules in Korean patients using an intense pulsed light device equipped with a 530- to 750-nm filter.
Chang SE, Ahn SJ, Rhee DY, Choi JH, Moon KC, Suh HS, Soyun-Cho. Chang SE, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2007 Jun;33(6):676-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2007.33142.x. Dermatol Surg. 2007. PMID: 17550443 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: A rising number of laser- or light-based therapies are addressing the need for effective acne treatments with minimal downtime. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study is to evaluate an intense pulsed light (IPL) equipped with a 530- to 750-nm filter …
BACKGROUND: A rising number of laser- or light-based therapies are addressing the need for effective acne treatments with mini …
Exploring the potential of the emerging 675 nm laser across diverse skin pathologies: a comprehensive review.
Islam RK, Khachemoune A. Islam RK, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2025 Feb 17;27(1-2):39-42. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2025.2468496. Epub 2025 Feb 17. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2025. PMID: 39960241 Review.
BACKGROUND: Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) at 675 nm, within the red light spectrum, has emerged as a noninvasive therapeutic option for various dermatological conditions, including aging-related skin changes, melasma, acne vulgaris, and …
BACKGROUND: Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) at 675 nm, within the red light spectrum, has emerged as a noninvasiv …
Treatment of Facial Acne Scarring With Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser in Asians, a Retrospective Analysis of Efficacy and Complications.
Ochi H, Tan L, Tan WP, Goh CL. Ochi H, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2017 Sep;43(9):1137-1143. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000001219. Dermatol Surg. 2017. PMID: 28746258
OBJECTIVE: The aims of this study were to study the efficacy and safety of fractional CO2 laser for acne scars in Asian patients. METHODS: This was a retrospective study of all patients treated with the fractional CO2 laser for facial acne scarring between January 2 …
OBJECTIVE: The aims of this study were to study the efficacy and safety of fractional CO2 laser for acne scars in Asian patients. MET …
Laser treatment of acne, psoriasis, leukoderma, and scars.
Railan D, Alster TS. Railan D, et al. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2008 Dec;27(4):285-91. doi: 10.1016/j.sder.2008.10.003. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2008. PMID: 19150300
Lasers frequently are used by dermatologists for their multiple aesthetic applications, but they also can be used to treat a variety of medical dermatology conditions. Conditions such as acne vulgaris, psoriasis, and vitiligo can all be successfully treated with las …
Lasers frequently are used by dermatologists for their multiple aesthetic applications, but they also can be used to treat a variety of medi …
Treatment of facial scarring and ulceration resulting from acne excoriee with 585-nm pulsed dye laser irradiation and cognitive psychotherapy.
Bowes LE, Alster TS. Bowes LE, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2004 Jun;30(6):934-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2004.30266.x. Dermatol Surg. 2004. PMID: 15171775
The patients received concomitant cognitive psychodynamic therapy to halt the cycle of impulse-driven skin picking and ulcer/scar formation. Marked clinical improvement of the scars and successful treatment of the acne excoriee were achieved with this combination ap …
The patients received concomitant cognitive psychodynamic therapy to halt the cycle of impulse-driven skin picking and ulcer/scar for …
Photodynamic therapy in dermatology.
Babilas P, Landthaler M, Szeimies RM. Babilas P, et al. Eur J Dermatol. 2006 Jul-Aug;16(4):340-8. Eur J Dermatol. 2006. PMID: 16935788 Review.
For many non-neoplastic dermatological diseases like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris and viral warts a therapeutical benefit of PDT is evident, too. Unlike the formerly used, only systemically-applicable haematoporphyrin derivates, the recently developed topica …
For many non-neoplastic dermatological diseases like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris and viral warts a therapeutical bene …
A comparative study of intense pulsed light alone and its combination with photodynamic therapy for the treatment of facial acne in Asian skin.
Yeung CK, Shek SY, Bjerring P, Yu CS, Kono T, Chan HH. Yeung CK, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2007 Jan;39(1):1-6. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20469. Lasers Surg Med. 2007. PMID: 17252567 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The reaction to intense pulsed light (IPL) on Asian skin often differs from that on Caucasian skin. The study reported herein evaluated the effect on acne vulgaris of IPL alone and when IPL was combined with photodynamic therapy …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The reaction to intense pulsed light (IPL) on Asian skin often differs from that on Caucasian skin. The st …
Comparison of fractional, nonablative, 1550-nm laser and 595-nm pulsed dye laser for the treatment of facial erythema resulting from acne: a split-face, evaluator-blinded, randomized pilot study.
Park KY, Ko EJ, Seo SJ, Hong CK. Park KY, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014 Jun;16(3):120-3. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2013.854626. Epub 2014 Feb 11. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014. PMID: 24131072 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Postinflammatory erythema is commonly seen in patients with inflammatory acne. There are no reliable treatment guidelines for acne erythema. OBJECTIVE: We compared the effect and safety of a nonablative, 1550-nm fractional laser and a 595-nm pulsed dye l …
BACKGROUND: Postinflammatory erythema is commonly seen in patients with inflammatory acne. There are no reliable treatment guidelines …
Treatment of atrophic acne scars: Topical or intralesional plasma gel?
Mohamed MM, Sabry HH, Salem RM. Mohamed MM, et al. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2022 Jan;38(1):29-37. doi: 10.1111/phpp.12712. Epub 2021 Jul 6. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2022. PMID: 34157162 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Atrophic post-acne scarring is considered to be a therapeutic challenge. OBJECTIVES: The aim was to compare the safety and efficacy of (A) FCL combined with intradermal injection of plasma gel, (B) FCL combined with topical application of plasma gel, and (C) FC …
BACKGROUND: Atrophic post-acne scarring is considered to be a therapeutic challenge. OBJECTIVES: The aim was to compare the safety an …
Resurfacing of pitted facial acne scars using Er:YAG laser with ablation and coagulation mode.
Jeong JT, Park JH, Kye YC. Jeong JT, et al. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2003 Mar-Apr;27(2):130-4. doi: 10.1007/s00266-003-0102-1. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2003. PMID: 14629067
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and histologic effects of resurfacing pitted, facial acne scars with a dual-mode Er:YAG laser. Twenty patients with pitted facial acne scars underwent laser resurfacing using a computerized-scanning, dual-mode E …
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and histologic effects of resurfacing pitted, facial acne scars with a dual-mo …
New insights into adolescent acne.
Elsaie ML, Choudhary S, Kammer JN. Elsaie ML, et al. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2009 Dec;144(6):645-61. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2009. PMID: 19907404
This article provides a summarized update of the current knowledge of the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris and the new treatment concepts that have emerged in recent years. Recent literature is reviewed regarding teenage acne, focusing on pathogenesis, associ …
This article provides a summarized update of the current knowledge of the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris and the new treatme …
Fractional CO2 lasers for the treatment of atrophic acne scars: a review of the literature.
Magnani LR, Schweiger ES. Magnani LR, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014 Apr;16(2):48-56. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2013.854639. Epub 2013 Dec 5. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014. PMID: 24131097 Review.
This review examines the efficacy and safety of fractional CO2 lasers for the treatment of atrophic scarring secondary to acne vulgaris. We reviewed 20 papers published between 2008 and 2013 that conducted clinical studies using fractional CO2 lasers to treat atroph …
This review examines the efficacy and safety of fractional CO2 lasers for the treatment of atrophic scarring secondary to acne vul …
Laser therapy and photosensitive medication: a review of the evidence.
Kerstein RL, Lister T, Cole R. Kerstein RL, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2014 Jul;29(4):1449-52. doi: 10.1007/s10103-014-1553-0. Epub 2014 Mar 4. Lasers Med Sci. 2014. PMID: 24590242 Review.
In the 2009 guidelines from the BMLA, the use of non-essential aesthetic lasers was contraindicated in patients receiving medication that causes whole-body photosensitisation as well as those causing local light sensitisation. Following this and anecdotal advice, many lase …
In the 2009 guidelines from the BMLA, the use of non-essential aesthetic lasers was contraindicated in patients receiving medication that ca …
Experience with non-ablative fractional photothermolysis with a dual-mode laser device (1,440/1,320 nm): no considerable clinical effect on hypertrophic/acne scars and facial wrinkles.
Babilas P, Schreml S, Eames T, Hohenleutner U, Landthaler M, Hohenleutner S. Babilas P, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2011 Jul;26(4):473-9. doi: 10.1007/s10103-011-0893-2. Epub 2011 Feb 12. Lasers Med Sci. 2011. PMID: 21318344
The purpose of this work was to evaluate the impact of a combination laser (1,320/1,440 nm) for nFP on hypertrophic scars, acne scars, and facial wrinkles. Thirty-six patients suffering from hypertrophic scars (n = 7), acne scars (n = 9), and wrinkles (n = 20) were …
The purpose of this work was to evaluate the impact of a combination laser (1,320/1,440 nm) for nFP on hypertrophic scars, acne scars …
Objective analysis of volume restoration in atrophic acne scars and skin pores: a split study using human stem cell-conditioned media.
Park CS, Park JH, Kim CR, Lee JH. Park CS, et al. J Dermatolog Treat. 2021 Feb;32(1):73-77. doi: 10.1080/09546634.2019.1628915. Epub 2019 Jul 5. J Dermatolog Treat. 2021. PMID: 31172821 Free article.
Background: It is anticipated that the combined treatments of ablative laser and human stem cell-conditioned media produce the synergistic effects.Objectives: To investigated the effects of human stem cell-conditioned media (HSCM) as a post-procedural agent after fractional CO(2) …
Background: It is anticipated that the combined treatments of ablative laser and human stem cell-conditioned media produce the synergistic e …
Comparison of a fractional bipolar radiofrequency device and a fractional erbium-doped glass 1,550-nm device for the treatment of atrophic acne scars: a randomized split-face clinical study.
Rongsaard N, Rummaneethorn P. Rongsaard N, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2014 Jan;40(1):14-21. doi: 10.1111/dsu.12372. Epub 2013 Nov 25. Dermatol Surg. 2014. PMID: 24267397 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: A fractional erbium-doped glass 1,550-nm and a fractional bipolar radiofrequency (RF) device are effective in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. OBJECTIVE: To compare the clinical effectiveness and side effects of fractional bipolar RF with those of fraction …
BACKGROUND: A fractional erbium-doped glass 1,550-nm and a fractional bipolar radiofrequency (RF) device are effective in the treatment of a …
Randomized split-face controlled study to evaluate 1550-nm fractionated erbium glass laser for treatment of acne vulgaris--an image analysis evaluation.
Moneib H, Tawfik AA, Youssef SS, Fawzy MM. Moneib H, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2014 Nov;40(11):1191-200. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000000167. Dermatol Surg. 2014. PMID: 25310750 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Novel and promising results in acne treatment with infrared lasers have been reported. The 1,550-nm erbium glass laser is one of the infrared lasers that may be useful in the treatment of acne. ...A significant reduction in the size of sebaceous glands w …
BACKGROUND: Novel and promising results in acne treatment with infrared lasers have been reported. The 1,550-nm erbium glass laser is …
The Efficacy and Safety of Fractional 1064 nm Nd:YAG Picosecond Laser Combined With Intense Pulsed Light in the Treatment of Atrophic Acne Scar: A Split-Face Study.
Feng H, Wu Y, Jiang M, Luo X, Yan S, Lu Z. Feng H, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2021 Dec;53(10):1356-1363. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23428. Epub 2021 Jun 3. Lasers Surg Med. 2021. PMID: 34082477
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of fractional 1064 nm Nd:YAG picosecond laser combined with intense pulsed light (IPL) in the treatment of atrophic acne scar with post-inflammatory erythema (PIE). 2021 Wiley Periodicals LLC. ...CONCLUS …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of fractional 1064 nm Nd:YAG picosecond laser combined with intense pulsed …
Treatment of atrophic facial acne scars with fractional Er:Yag laser.
Al-Dhalimi M, Jaber A. Al-Dhalimi M, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2015;17(4):184-8. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2015.1007067. Epub 2015 Feb 13. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2015. PMID: 25588037 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Acne scars are often a permanent disfiguring sequel of acne vulgaris. Although many treatment modalities are available, they are often non satisfactory for all patients. ...The effect of treatment was assessed by objective (Sharquie scoring system …
BACKGROUND: Acne scars are often a permanent disfiguring sequel of acne vulgaris. Although many treatment modalities ar …
At-home laser and light-based devices.
Brown AS. Brown AS. Curr Probl Dermatol. 2011;42:160-165. doi: 10.1159/000328319. Epub 2011 Aug 16. Curr Probl Dermatol. 2011. PMID: 21865809
With the advancement in laser technology, there has been a recent trend in laser and light devices towards 'do it yourself' at-home use. There has been an exponential growth in devices aimed at the treatment of acne, hair removal, and psoriasis. ...Naturally, despit …
With the advancement in laser technology, there has been a recent trend in laser and light devices towards 'do it yourself' at-home u …
Low-Energy Delicate Pulsed Light Therapy for Sensitive Skin: A Retrospective Study.
Fu Y, Quan Y, Zhao W, Liu Z, Peng J, Pang X, Zhao B, Tan L, Zhou Q, Shao L, Wang H, Hou S. Fu Y, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Jan;24(1):e16781. doi: 10.1111/jocd.16781. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 39780466 Free PMC article.
Photovoltaic technology has been widely used in recent years for the treatment of sensitive skin, but the efficacy of low-energy delicate pulsed light (DPL) in the treatment of sensitive skin is unknown. OBJECTIVE: To explore the efficacy and safety of low-energy DPL treat …
Photovoltaic technology has been widely used in recent years for the treatment of sensitive skin, but the efficacy of low-energy delicate pu …
755-nm Picosecond Laser With Diffractive Lens Array for Acne Scars in Fitzpatrick Skin Types V and VI.
Tao J, Hashemi DA, Bajaj S, Wang JV, Geronemus RG. Tao J, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2025 Feb 1;51(2):171-174. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000004398. Epub 2024 Sep 9. Dermatol Surg. 2025. PMID: 39250814
BACKGROUND: Patients commonly complain about the appearance of acne scars. While various lasers and energy-based devices can offer clinical improvement, many of them are limited in treating patients with skin of color. ...CONCLUSION: A 755-nm picosecond laser with fraction …
BACKGROUND: Patients commonly complain about the appearance of acne scars. While various lasers and energy-based devices can offer cl …
Comparison of a 1,064 nm laser and a 1,320 nm laser for the nonablative treatment of acne scars.
Yaghmai D, Garden JM, Bakus AD, Massa MC. Yaghmai D, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Aug;31(8 Pt 1):903-9. doi: 10.1097/00042728-200508000-00003. Dermatol Surg. 2005. PMID: 16042934 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: There have been many reports of the use of nonablative lasers for the treatment of acne scars. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the ability of the 1,064 nm neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) laser to treat acne scars and compare it with that of the 1,320 n …
BACKGROUND: There have been many reports of the use of nonablative lasers for the treatment of acne scars. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the …
A systematic review of evaluating the efficacy of acne scar treatment by Fractional Laser with or without using adjunctive treatments.
Ghazzawi R, Hamadah O. Ghazzawi R, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2021 Aug;23(5-6):97-104. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2022.2033785. Epub 2022 Feb 2. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2021. PMID: 35109741
Fractional laser (FL) resurfacing has proved its effectiveness in acne scars treatments. To evaluate the efficacy of Fractional laser systems for treatment of acne scars as a monotherapy, and as adjunctive therapy with other treatment types. ...The addition o …
Fractional laser (FL) resurfacing has proved its effectiveness in acne scars treatments. To evaluate the efficacy of Fractional laser …
Comparison of a 1,550 nm Erbium: glass fractional laser and a chemical reconstruction of skin scars (CROSS) method in the treatment of acne scars: a simultaneous split-face trial.
Kim HJ, Kim TG, Kwon YS, Park JM, Lee JH. Kim HJ, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2009 Oct;41(8):545-9. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20796. Lasers Surg Med. 2009. PMID: 19639620 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Acne scarring is a common complication of acne but no effective single treatment modality has been developed. To compare the efficacy of 1,550 nm Er:Glass fractional laser and chemical reconstruction of skin scar (CROSS) method in the treat …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Acne scarring is a common complication of acne but no effective single treatment modality has been d …
Treatment of atrophic acne scarring with fractional micro-plasma radio-frequency in Chinese patients: A prospective study.
Lan T, Xiao Y, Tang L, Hamblin MR, Yin R. Lan T, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2018 Oct;50(8):844-850. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22825. Epub 2018 Apr 16. Lasers Surg Med. 2018. PMID: 29663460 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring is a common disfiguring sequela of acne vulgaris which can lead to serious psychosocial problems and have a negative effect on patients' quality of life. ...RESULTS: A total of 86 patients with atrophic acne scars completed th …
BACKGROUND: Acne scarring is a common disfiguring sequela of acne vulgaris which can lead to serious psychosocial probl …
[Physical treatment methods for acne. Light, laser, photodynamic therapy and peeling].
Borelli C, Korting HC. Borelli C, et al. Hautarzt. 2010 Feb;61(2):132-8. doi: 10.1007/s00105-009-1833-y. Hautarzt. 2010. PMID: 20107751 German.
They range from electromagnetic waves, usually light, to peeling and manual therapy. Phototherapy of acne includes not just visible light but also laser and flash lamp therapy. The present review provides an overview on the evidence. Visible …
They range from electromagnetic waves, usually light, to peeling and manual therapy. Phototherapy of acne includes not …
Acne Treatment With 3-Step Broadband Light Protocol.
Bitter P Jr. Bitter P Jr. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016 Nov 1;15(11):1382-1388. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016. PMID: 28095551
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: A new 3-step protocol using broadband light allows patients with moderate to severe in ammatory acne to avoid potential side effects of systemic acne treatments and the risks and uncertainties associated with laser and light t …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: A new 3-step protocol using broadband light allows patients with moderate to severe in ammatory acne …
[The excimer laser in dermatology and esthetic medicine].
Grema H, Raulin C. Grema H, et al. Hautarzt. 2004 Jan;55(1):48-57. doi: 10.1007/s00105-003-0638-7. Hautarzt. 2004. PMID: 14749862 Review. German.
In addition to the indications of psoriasis vulgaris, vitiligo and atopic eczema (for which there is now FDA approval in the US), the spectrum of possible uses for the excimer laser is growing rapidly, especially in the field of light-sensitive dermatoses. Case stud …
In addition to the indications of psoriasis vulgaris, vitiligo and atopic eczema (for which there is now FDA approval in the US), the …
The Treatment of Acne Scars, a 30-Year Journey.
Taub AF. Taub AF. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2019 Oct;20(5):683-690. doi: 10.1007/s40257-019-00451-9. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2019. PMID: 31327129
The advent of fractional resurfacing lasers was a watershed moment for acne scarring therapy. The author recounts a career history of considerations of acne scarring treatments as well as the literature supporting the experiences causing changes in practice. …
The advent of fractional resurfacing lasers was a watershed moment for acne scarring therapy. The author recounts a career his …
Comparative Study Using Autologous Fat Grafts Plus Platelet-Rich Plasma With or Without Fractional CO(2) Laser Resurfacing in Treatment of Acne Scars: Analysis of Outcomes and Satisfaction With FACE-Q.
Tenna S, Cogliandro A, Barone M, Panasiti V, Tirindelli M, Nobile C, Persichetti P. Tenna S, et al. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2017 Jun;41(3):661-666. doi: 10.1007/s00266-017-0777-3. Epub 2017 Jan 26. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2017. PMID: 28127660
BACKGROUND: A multitude of options are traditionally used for the treatment of acne scars; however, newer treatment modalities are emerging to decrease the propensity for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and upregulate new collagen production. ...The FACE-Q module confi …
BACKGROUND: A multitude of options are traditionally used for the treatment of acne scars; however, newer treatment modalities are em …
Laser treatment of facial scars.
Carniol PJ, Meshkov L, Grunebaum LD. Carniol PJ, et al. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2011 Aug;19(4):283-8. doi: 10.1097/MOO.0b013e32834896b9. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2011. PMID: 21659876 Review.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Facial scars can develop as a result of trauma, surgery, burns, acne, or other conditions. These scars are often quite distressing to patients. Lasers were first used to treat these scars in the 1990s. ...These have been shown to be beneficial for hypotr …
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Facial scars can develop as a result of trauma, surgery, burns, acne, or other conditions. These scars are often q …
Combination of platelet rich plasma in fractional carbon dioxide laser treatment increased clinical efficacy of for acne scar by enhancement of collagen production and modulation of laser-induced inflammation.
Min S, Yoon JY, Park SY, Moon J, Kwon HH, Suh DH. Min S, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2018 Apr;50(4):302-310. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22776. Epub 2017 Dec 20. Lasers Surg Med. 2018. PMID: 29266290 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) which contains large amounts of growth factors has been tried to enhance therapeutic efficacy of laser treatment for acne scar with unknown underlying mechanism. OBJECTIVES: The present study was conducted to investigate the molecular …
BACKGROUND: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) which contains large amounts of growth factors has been tried to enhance therapeutic efficacy of lase …
Retrospective photographic review of nontattoo indications treated by picosecond laser.
Mehrabi JN, Friedman O, Al-Niaimi F, Artzi O. Mehrabi JN, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020 Mar;19(3):612-621. doi: 10.1111/jocd.13285. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020. PMID: 32045107
PS lasers were shown to be versatile, indicated for the treatment of lentigines, cafe-au-lait macules (CALMs), and acne scars and skin rejuvenation. OBJECTIVE: We report our experience treating our patients for different indications using a PS laser. ...Epidermal nevi exhi …
PS lasers were shown to be versatile, indicated for the treatment of lentigines, cafe-au-lait macules (CALMs), and acne scars and ski …
Acne scar treatment using high-energy fractional nanosecond Q-switched 1064 nm laser.
Mani N, Zorman A. Mani N, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021 Dec;20(12):3907-3912. doi: 10.1111/jocd.14534. Epub 2021 Oct 14. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021. PMID: 34648683 Free PMC article.
AIMS: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of high-energy ablative fractional nanosecond Q-switched 1064 nm laser therapy for acne scars. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Forty-six patients aged from 16 to 69 years and of Fitzpatrick skin ty …
AIMS: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of high-energy ablative fractional nanosecond Q-switched 1064 …
[Pulsed dye laser treatment of acne. Study of clinical efficacy and mechanism of action].
Harto A, García-Morales I, Belmar P, Jaén P. Harto A, et al. Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2007 Jul-Aug;98(6):415-9. Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2007. PMID: 17663931 Free article. Clinical Trial. Spanish.
INTRODUCTION: Acne vulgaris is a multifactorial disease of the pilosebaceous unit characterized by the development of inflammatory (papules, pustules, cysts) and/or non inflammatory lesions (open and closed comedones) that may progress to scars. The increase of bact …
INTRODUCTION: Acne vulgaris is a multifactorial disease of the pilosebaceous unit characterized by the development of inflamma …
Regulation of lipid production by light-emitting diodes in human sebocytes.
Jung YR, Kim SJ, Sohn KC, Lee Y, Seo YJ, Lee YH, Whang KU, Kim CD, Lee JH, Im M. Jung YR, et al. Arch Dermatol Res. 2015 Apr;307(3):265-73. doi: 10.1007/s00403-015-1547-1. Epub 2015 Feb 18. Arch Dermatol Res. 2015. PMID: 25690162
Light-emitting diodes (LED) have been used to treat acne vulgaris. However, the efficacy of LED on sebaceous lipid production in vitro has not been examined. ...Based on a lipogenesis study using Oil Red O, Nile red staining, and thin-layered chromatography, …
Light-emitting diodes (LED) have been used to treat acne vulgaris. However, the efficacy of LED on sebaceous lipid prod …
Comparison of a fractional microplasma radio frequency technology and carbon dioxide fractional laser for the treatment of atrophic acne scars: a randomized split-face clinical study.
Zhang Z, Fei Y, Chen X, Lu W, Chen J. Zhang Z, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2013 Apr;39(4):559-66. doi: 10.1111/dsu.12103. Epub 2013 Feb 4. Dermatol Surg. 2013. PMID: 23379344 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: No studies have compared fractional microplasma radio frequency (RF) technology with the carbon dioxide fractional laser system (CO2 FS) in the treatment of atrophic acne scars in the same patient. OBJECTIVE: To compare the efficacy and safety of fractional mic …
BACKGROUND: No studies have compared fractional microplasma radio frequency (RF) technology with the carbon dioxide fractional laser system …
Combined use of fractional CO2 laser and radiofrequency waves to treat acne scars: a pilot study on 15 patients.
Tenna S, Cogliandro A, Piombino L, Filoni A, Persichetti P. Tenna S, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012 Aug;14(4):166-71. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2012.699678. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012. PMID: 22658207 Clinical Trial.
The authors present this new machine together with a preclinical histological study and pilot study on 15 patients suffering from acne scars....
The authors present this new machine together with a preclinical histological study and pilot study on 15 patients suffering from acne …
Clinical applicability of a 1 450 nm diode laser as adjunctive treatment for refractory acne.
Astner S. Astner S. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2009 Dec;144(6):629-38. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2009. PMID: 19907402 Review.
A number of recent studies have evaluated the role of laser and light therapy in the treatment of acne vulgaris, with variable clinical outcomes. Among them, a 1450 nm diode laser has been shown to improve refractory acne in a clinical setting. …
A number of recent studies have evaluated the role of laser and light therapy in the treatment of acne vulgaris, …
Low-fluence 585 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser: a novel laser treatment for post-acne erythema.
Panchaprateep R, Munavalli G. Panchaprateep R, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2015 Feb;47(2):148-55. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22321. Epub 2015 Feb 2. Lasers Surg Med. 2015. PMID: 25645645
BACKGROUND: Persistent post-acne erythema is one of the most common aesthetic sequelae to arise after active acne resolves. ...Erythema lesion (macules) count, inflammatory acne (papules, pustules) count, erythema index, degree of post-acne erythema an …
BACKGROUND: Persistent post-acne erythema is one of the most common aesthetic sequelae to arise after active acne resolves. .. …
Combined Fractional Treatment of Acne Scars Involving Non-ablative 1,550-nm Erbium-glass Laser and Micro-needling Radiofrequency: A 16-week Prospective, Randomized Split-face Study.
Kwon HH, Park HY, Choi SC, Bae Y, Kang C, Jung JY, Park GH. Kwon HH, et al. Acta Derm Venereol. 2017 Aug 31;97(8):947-951. doi: 10.2340/00015555-2701. Acta Derm Venereol. 2017. PMID: 28512669 Free article. Clinical Trial.
An optimized therapeutic regimen involving a non-ablative fractionated laser or radiofrequency therapy for acne scars has not yet been established. To evaluate whether the combination of a non-ablative fractional laser (NAF) and fractional micro-needling radiofreque …
An optimized therapeutic regimen involving a non-ablative fractionated laser or radiofrequency therapy for acne scars has not …
Effective and safe use of lasers, light sources, and radiofrequency devices in the clinical management of Asian patients with selected dermatoses.
Chan HH. Chan HH. Lasers Surg Med. 2005 Sep;37(3):179-85. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20244. Lasers Surg Med. 2005. PMID: 16175631 Review.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The use of lasers, light sources, and radiofrequency devices in Asian patients differs from their use in Caucasians in several respects. ...RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: The purpose of this article is to discuss the effective and safe use of lasers, …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The use of lasers, light sources, and radiofrequency devices in Asian patients differs from their use in C …
Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy against Propionibacterium acnes biofilms using hypericin (Hypericum perforatum) photosensitizer: in vitro study.
Barroso RA, Navarro R, Tim CR, de Paula Ramos L, de Oliveira LD, Araki ÂT, Fernandes KGC, Macedo D, Assis L. Barroso RA, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2021 Aug;36(6):1235-1240. doi: 10.1007/s10103-020-03163-3. Epub 2020 Oct 21. Lasers Med Sci. 2021. PMID: 33083912
Acne vulgaris is the most recurring skin condition in the world, causing great harm to the physical and psychological well-being of many patients. Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has broad therapeutic applicability. The purpose was to evaluate in vi …
Acne vulgaris is the most recurring skin condition in the world, causing great harm to the physical and psychological well-bei …
Nonablative Fractional Laser Resurfacing for Acne Scarring in Patients With Fitzpatrick Skin Phototypes IV-VI.
Alexis AF, Coley MK, Nijhawan RI, Luke JD, Shah SK, Argobi YA, Nodzenski M, Veledar E, Alam M. Alexis AF, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2016 Mar;42(3):392-402. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000000640. Dermatol Surg. 2016. PMID: 26945321 Clinical Trial.
OBJECTIVE: To assess the efficacy and safety of fractional nonablative laser resurfacing in the treatment of acne scarring in patients with SPT IV to VI. METHODS AND MATERIALS: The authors conducted a randomized, investigator-blinded and rater-blinded, split-face comparati …
OBJECTIVE: To assess the efficacy and safety of fractional nonablative laser resurfacing in the treatment of acne scarring in patient …
Comparison of a 585-nm pulsed dye laser and a 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for the treatment of acne scars: A randomized split-face clinical study.
Lee DH, Choi YS, Min SU, Yoon MY, Suh DH. Lee DH, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2009 May;60(5):801-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2008.11.883. Epub 2009 Feb 13. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2009. PMID: 19217691 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: No studies have reported a comparison of the pulsed dye laser (PDL) and the 1064-nm long-pulsed neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) laser treatment of acne scars in the same patient. OBJECTIVE: To compare the efficacies of these two lasers in the treatme …
BACKGROUND: No studies have reported a comparison of the pulsed dye laser (PDL) and the 1064-nm long-pulsed neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garne …
FLUORESCENT LIGHT ENERGY: The Future for Treating Inflammatory Skin Conditions?
Edge D, Mellergaard M, Dam-Hansen C, Corell DD, Jaworska J, Scapagnini G, Nielsen MCE. Edge D, et al. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2019 May;12(5):E61-E68. Epub 2019 May 1. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2019. PMID: 31320979 Free PMC article.
Background: We have previously reported clinical efficacy with a novel form of photobiomodulation-a biophotonic platform inducing fluorescent light energy (FLE)-in both disease-affected and healthy skin; however, the cellular mechanisms remain largely unknown. ...Me …
Background: We have previously reported clinical efficacy with a novel form of photobiomodulation-a biophotonic platform inducing flu …
Do combined alternating sessions of 1540 nm nonablative fractional laser and percutaneous collagen induction with trichloroacetic acid 20% show better results than each individual modality in the treatment of atrophic acne scars? A randomized controlled trial.
Leheta TM, Abdel Hay RM, Hegazy RA, El Garem YF. Leheta TM, et al. J Dermatolog Treat. 2014 Apr;25(2):137-41. doi: 10.3109/09546634.2012.698249. Epub 2012 Jul 25. J Dermatolog Treat. 2014. PMID: 22640000 Free article. Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: There have been no well-controlled studies evaluating the efficacy of combining 1540 nm nonablative fractional laser with percutaneous collagen induction (PCI) and trichloroacetic acid (TCA) 20% in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. OBJECTIVE: We hypothesize …
BACKGROUND: There have been no well-controlled studies evaluating the efficacy of combining 1540 nm nonablative fractional laser with percut …
The use of photodynamic therapy in dermatology.
Babilas P, Szeimies RM. Babilas P, et al. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2010 Oct;145(5):613-30. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2010. PMID: 20930696
However, a therapeutical benefit of PDT is also evident for inflammatory dermatoses like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris and granuloma annulare as well as for aesthetic indications like photo aged skin or sebaceous gland hyperplasia. ...Treating superficial onc …
However, a therapeutical benefit of PDT is also evident for inflammatory dermatoses like localized scleroderma, acne vulgaris …
Comparison of the Efficacy of Low-Energy Delicate Pulsed Light and Q-Switched 1064 nm Nd:YAG Laser in the Treatment of Post-Acne Erythema: A Prospective Randomized Split-Face Study.
Liu H, Zhang L, Gao Z, Liang J, Ma Y, Li Y, Liu J, Zeng W. Liu H, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2025 Nov;57(9):716-725. doi: 10.1002/lsm.70064. Epub 2025 Sep 9. Lasers Surg Med. 2025. PMID: 40926297 Clinical Trial.
OBJECTIVES: Post-acne erythema (PAE), a common consequence of acne, is characterized by capillary dilation and erythema, which significantly impact facial aesthetics and quality of life. ...Both are safe, well-tolerated options for PAE therapy....
OBJECTIVES: Post-acne erythema (PAE), a common consequence of acne, is characterized by capillary dilation and erythema, which …
Propionibacterium acnes susceptibility to low-level 449 nm blue light photobiomodulation.
Boyd JM, Lewis KA, Mohammed N, Desai P, Purdy M, Li WH, Fourre T, Miksa D, Crane S, Southall M, Fassih A. Boyd JM, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2019 Oct;51(8):727-734. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23087. Epub 2019 Mar 28. Lasers Surg Med. 2019. PMID: 30919507
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Recent advances in low-level light devices have opened new treatment options for mild to moderate acne patients. ...Herein, we tested the hypothesis that sub-milliwatt/cm(2) levels of long-wave blue light (449 nm) effec …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Recent advances in low-level light devices have opened new treatment options for mild to mode …
Clinical trial of dual treatment with an ablative fractional laser and a nonablative laser for the treatment of acne scars in Asian patients.
Kim S, Cho KH. Kim S, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2009 Jul;35(7):1089-98. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2009.01193.x. Epub 2009 Apr 28. Dermatol Surg. 2009. PMID: 19438689 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Many methods have been proposed for the treatment of acne scars, with variable cosmetic results. Nonablative skin resurfacing is one method that has been proposed. ...RESULTS: Although the use of the ablative fractional laser with high energy resulted in an imp …
BACKGROUND: Many methods have been proposed for the treatment of acne scars, with variable cosmetic results. Nonablative skin resurfa …
Comparison of 1064-nm Nd: YAG picosecond laser with fractional micro-lens array and electro-optical synergy for post-acne erythema: a prospective, randomized, split-face trial.
Jing X, Ren J, Yang J. Jing X, et al. Lasers Med Sci. 2025 Feb 5;40(1):67. doi: 10.1007/s10103-025-04325-x. Lasers Med Sci. 2025. PMID: 39907828 Clinical Trial.
Comparative data regarding the effectiveness of the 1064-nm Nd: YAG picosecond laser with fractional micro-lens array (P-MLA) versus traditional electro-optical synergy (ELOS) for treating post-acne erythema (PAE) are limited. Therefore, we aimed to compare the efficacy an …
Comparative data regarding the effectiveness of the 1064-nm Nd: YAG picosecond laser with fractional micro-lens array (P-MLA) versus traditi …
Treatment of acne scarring with a novel fractionated, dual-wavelength, picosecond-domain laser incorporating a novel holographic beam-splitter.
Bernstein EF, Schomacker KT, Basilavecchio LD, Plugis JM, Bhawalkar JD. Bernstein EF, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2017 Nov;49(9):796-802. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22734. Epub 2017 Sep 28. Lasers Surg Med. 2017. PMID: 28960395 Free PMC article.

RESULTS: Blinded reviewers correctly identified the baseline image in 61 of the 81 image sets (75%), and baseline acne scar scores were 1.8 0.7 and 1.8 0.5 for the 1,064 and 532 nm cohorts, and decreased to 1.1 0.5 (P < 0.001) and 1.1 0.0 (P < 0.005), respectively. .

…
RESULTS: Blinded reviewers correctly identified the baseline image in 61 of the 81 image sets (75%), and baseline acne scar scores we …
Safety and efficacy of erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet fractionated laser for treatment of acne scars in type IV to VI skin.
Mahmoud BH, Srivastava D, Janiga JJ, Yang JJ, Lim HW, Ozog DM. Mahmoud BH, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2010 May;36(5):602-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2010.01513.x. Epub 2010 Apr 1. Dermatol Surg. 2010. PMID: 20384757 Clinical Trial.
OBJECTIVE: To determine the efficacy and safety of an erbium 1,550-nm fractional laser in the treatment of facial acne scars in Fitzpatrick skin types IV to VI. METHODS: We conducted a prospective, single-blind, randomized trial in patients with acne scars (n=15), s …
OBJECTIVE: To determine the efficacy and safety of an erbium 1,550-nm fractional laser in the treatment of facial acne scars in Fitzp …
Treatment of erythematous acne scars using 595-nm pulsed dye laser combined with 1565-nm ResurFX nonablative fractional laser.
Zhou C, Yao M, Chen W, Zhang L, Zhang L, Chen M, Li K, Qin X. Zhou C, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024 Jun;23(6):2015-2021. doi: 10.1111/jocd.16235. Epub 2024 Mar 1. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 38426374 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory disease associated with various sequelae after skin lesion remission. Acne erythema has been considered simple erythema or a vascular lesion; however, because the understanding of this disease has improved, …
BACKGROUND: Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory disease associated with various sequelae after skin lesion remission. Ac …
Treatment of acne scars by fractional bipolar radiofrequency energy.
Gold MH, Biron JA. Gold MH, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012 Aug;14(4):172-8. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2012.687824. Epub 2012 May 30. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012. PMID: 22548644 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE: A variety of modalities are available for the treatment of acne scars. This prospective, IRB-approved study evaluates the efficacy and tolerance of fractional bipolar RF energy in the treatment of facial acne scars. ...CONCLUSION: Fractional bi …
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE: A variety of modalities are available for the treatment of acne scars. This prospective, IRB-approved study eva …
Comparison of a long-pulse Nd:YAG laser and a combined 585/1,064-nm laser for the treatment of acne scars: a randomized split-face clinical study.
Min SU, Choi YS, Lee DH, Yoon MY, Suh DH. Min SU, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2009 Nov;35(11):1720-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2009.01086.x. Epub 2009 Feb 22. Dermatol Surg. 2009. PMID: 19250299 Clinical Trial.
Treatments were administered randomly in a split-face manner. RESULTS: Acne scars showed mild to moderate improvement, with significant Echelle d'evaluation clinique des cicatrices d'acne (ECCA) score reductions, after both treatments. ...Patient satisfaction scores …
Treatments were administered randomly in a split-face manner. RESULTS: Acne scars showed mild to moderate improvement, with significa …
A new modality for fractional CO2 laser resurfacing for acne scars in Asians.
Huang L. Huang L. Lasers Med Sci. 2013 Feb;28(2):627-32. doi: 10.1007/s10103-012-1120-5. Epub 2012 May 22. Lasers Med Sci. 2013. PMID: 22618157 Clinical Trial.
This new modality of ablative conventional CO2 laser therapy with fractional CO2 laser resurfacing was shown to be safe and efficacious in the treatment of acne scars in Asian patients. It did not increase the risk of PIH compared to other reports of laser therap …
This new modality of ablative conventional CO2 laser therapy with fractional CO2 laser resurfacing was shown to be safe and efficacio …
Aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy for actinic keratoses/actinic cheilitis/acne: vascular lasers.
Alexiades-Armenakas M. Alexiades-Armenakas M. Dermatol Clin. 2007 Jan;25(1):25-33. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2006.09.003. Dermatol Clin. 2007. PMID: 17126739 Review.
The combination of newer laser and light sources, the long-pulsed pulsed dye laser (LP PDL) and intense pulsed light, with topical aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy (PDT) has achieved enhanced efficacy and rapid treatment and recovery, while diminishin …
The combination of newer laser and light sources, the long-pulsed pulsed dye laser (LP PDL) and intense pulsed light, with top …
The use of non-ablative fractional resurfacing in Asian acne scar patients.
Chan NP, Ho SG, Yeung CK, Shek SY, Chan HH. Chan NP, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2010 Dec;42(10):710-5. doi: 10.1002/lsm.20976. Lasers Surg Med. 2010. PMID: 21246574
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Non-ablative fractional resurfacing (NA FR) has been shown to be effective for photorejuvenation and acne scarring. Previous studies indicated that density, more than pulse energy, was associated with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) in …
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Non-ablative fractional resurfacing (NA FR) has been shown to be effective for photorejuvenation and acne …
Integrated Cooling-Vacuum-Assisted Non-Fractional 1540 nm Erbium:Glass Laser is Effective in Treating Acne Scars.
Politi Y, Levi A, Lapidoth M. Politi Y, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016 Nov 1;15(11):1359-1363. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016. PMID: 28095548
INTRODUCTION: Acne scars are a common result of in ammatory acne, affecting many patients worldwide. ...OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of acne scars treatment using an integrated cooling-vacuum-assisted 1540 nm Erbium: Glass Laser. ...
INTRODUCTION: Acne scars are a common result of in ammatory acne, affecting many patients worldwide. ...OBJECTIVES: To evaluat …
Light-emitting diodes in dermatology: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials.
Jagdeo J, Austin E, Mamalis A, Wong C, Ho D, Siegel DM. Jagdeo J, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2018 Jan 22;50(6):613-28. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22791. Online ahead of print. Lasers Surg Med. 2018. PMID: 29356026 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVE: In dermatology, patient and physician adoption of light-emitting diode (LED) medical technology continues to grow as research indicates that LEDs may be used to treat skin conditions. ...CONCLUSIONS: LEDs represent an emerging modality to alter skin biology and …
OBJECTIVE: In dermatology, patient and physician adoption of light-emitting diode (LED) medical technology continues to grow as resea …
Methodological issues in visible LED therapy dermatological research and reporting.
Grimes DR. Grimes DR. PLoS One. 2025 Oct 1;20(9):e0332995. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0332995. eCollection 2025. PLoS One. 2025. PMID: 41032498 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: The advent of mass-market Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) has seen considerable interest in potential dermatological applications of LED light photobiomodulation (PBM) for a range of conditions, with a thriving market for direct-to-consumer LED treat …
BACKGROUND: The advent of mass-market Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) has seen considerable interest in potential dermatological applica …
The efficacy of autologous platelet-rich plasma combined with erbium fractional laser therapy for facial acne scars or acne.
Zhu JT, Xuan M, Zhang YN, Liu HW, Cai JH, Wu YH, Xiang XF, Shan GQ, Cheng B. Zhu JT, et al. Mol Med Rep. 2013 Jul;8(1):233-7. doi: 10.3892/mmr.2013.1455. Epub 2013 May 2. Mol Med Rep. 2013. PMID: 23653117
The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) combined with erbium fractional laser therapy for facial acne or acne scars. PRP combined with erbium fractional laser therapy was used for the treatment of 22 …
The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) combined with erbium fractional laser therapy …
Treatment of acne scarring with fractional CO2 laser.
Qian H, Lu Z, Ding H, Yan S, Xiang L, Gold MH. Qian H, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012 Aug;14(4):162-5. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2012.699679. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2012. PMID: 22671310 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Fractional ablative CO(2) laser therapy is based on the theory of fractional photothermolysis. It can be effective in treating acne scars in a less invasive fashion than conventional ablative CO(2) laser therapy. OBJECTIVE: In this clinical study, …
BACKGROUND: Fractional ablative CO(2) laser therapy is based on the theory of fractional photothermolysis. It can be effective in tre …
[Prospective randomized controlled trial on 2 940 nm fractional erbium laser combined with fractional micro-plasma radiofrequency in the treatment of facial atrophic acne scars].
Guo QG, Wang C, Yan M, Dong JY, Yao M. Guo QG, et al. Zhonghua Shao Shang Yu Chuang Mian Xiu Fu Za Zhi. 2023 Jun 20;39(6):512-517. doi: 10.3760/cma.j.cn501225-20230116-00018. Zhonghua Shao Shang Yu Chuang Mian Xiu Fu Za Zhi. 2023. PMID: 37805765 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial. Chinese.
Objective: To compare the efficacy and safety of 2 940 nm fractional erbium laser combined with fractional micro-plasma radiofrequency (FMR) therapy and 2 940 nm fractional erbium laser in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. Methods: A prospective randomized contr …
Objective: To compare the efficacy and safety of 2 940 nm fractional erbium laser combined with fractional micro-plasma radiofrequency (FMR) …
[Photothermolysis for acne control].
[No authors listed] [No authors listed] MMW Fortschr Med. 2015 Nov 19;157(20):20. MMW Fortschr Med. 2015. PMID: 26977496 German. No abstract available.
Treatment of acne scars in Asian patients using a 2,790-nm fractional yttrium scandium gallium garnet laser.
Kim S. Kim S. Dermatol Surg. 2011 Oct;37(10):1464-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2011.02050.x. Epub 2011 Jun 2. Dermatol Surg. 2011. PMID: 21635627
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of 2,790-nm-wavelength ablative fractional resurfacing on atrophic acne scars in Asian individuals. METHODS: Twenty participants (8 female, 12 male, mean age 26) with skin phototype IV and atrophic acne scars were treat …
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of 2,790-nm-wavelength ablative fractional resurfacing on atrophic acne scars in Asian …
A 595 nm pulsed dye laser as an adjuvant intervention for post-comedone extraction erythema and comedone reduction: A randomized, split-face controlled trial.
Bencharattanaphakhi R, Wananukul S, Tempark T, Chatproedprai S. Bencharattanaphakhi R, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024 May;23(5):1645-1653. doi: 10.1111/jocd.16178. Epub 2024 Jan 8. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024. PMID: 38192163 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Comedone extraction provides greater satisfaction for acne treatment than conventional treatment alone; however, post-comedone extraction erythema (PCEE) remains a concern for patients. ...On the PDL-treated side, 595-nm PDL was delivered to the entire side wit …
BACKGROUND: Comedone extraction provides greater satisfaction for acne treatment than conventional treatment alone; however, post-com …
The efficacy and safety of a 577-nm high-power optically pumped semiconductor laser in the treatment of postacne erythema.
Wanitphakdeedecha R, Cembrano KAG, Ungaksornpairote C, Kobwanthanakun W, Phothong W, Eimpunth S, Manuskiatti W, Fritz K, Salavastru C. Wanitphakdeedecha R, et al. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020 Jul;19(7):1642-1647. doi: 10.1111/jocd.13474. Epub 2020 Jun 10. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020. PMID: 32384205 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Postacne erythema (PAE) is a common sequela of inflammatory acne vulgaris, treatment of which has been challenging due to limited options available and the variability of results for each modality. ...
BACKGROUND: Postacne erythema (PAE) is a common sequela of inflammatory acne vulgaris, treatment of which has been challenging …
Treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa with intense pulsed light: a prospective study.
Highton L, Chan WY, Khwaja N, Laitung JKG. Highton L, et al. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011 Aug;128(2):459-466. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0b013e31821e6fb5. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011. PMID: 21788837 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition characterized by recurrent inflammation and infection of skin in intertriginous areas containing apocrine glands. Intense pulsed light uses high-energy broad-spectrum light. Current applications includ …
BACKGROUND: Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition characterized by recurrent inflammation and infection of skin in intertrigi …
Comparison of the Cutaneous Thermal Signatures Over Twenty-Four Hours With a Picosecond Alexandrite Laser Using a Flat or Fractional Optic.
Tanghetti EA, Tartar DM. Tanghetti EA, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016 Nov 1;15(11):1347-1352. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016. PMID: 28095546
With multiple treatments over time, collagen, elastic tissue, and mucin is produced resulting in improvement of acne scars and photo-damaged skin. This process suggests that a well-placed epidermal injury can stimulate an inflammatory cascade with dermal remodeling. ...
With multiple treatments over time, collagen, elastic tissue, and mucin is produced resulting in improvement of acne scars and photo- …
420 nm intense continuous light therapy for acne.
Omi T, Bjerring P, Sato S, Kawana S, Hankins RW, Honda M. Omi T, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2004 Nov;6(3):156-62. doi: 10.1080/14764170410023785. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2004. PMID: 15545101 Clinical Trial.
Nine of the 28 patients were followed for 2-3 months after the last treatment. Detection of bacteria in acne pustules was analyzed by culture and by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Ultrastructural changes were examined in eight patients after four sessions of the light …
Nine of the 28 patients were followed for 2-3 months after the last treatment. Detection of bacteria in acne pustules was analyzed by …
Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing for atrophic acne scars: a randomized controlled trial with blinded response evaluation.
Hedelund L, Haak CS, Togsverd-Bo K, Bogh MK, Bjerring P, Haedersdal M. Hedelund L, et al. Lasers Surg Med. 2012 Aug;44(6):447-52. doi: 10.1002/lsm.22048. Epub 2012 Jul 5. Lasers Surg Med. 2012. PMID: 22766970 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: The treatment of acne scars with fractional CO(2) lasers is gaining increasing impact, but has so far not been compared side-by-side to untreated control skin. OBJECTIVE: In a randomized controlled study to examine efficacy and adverse effects of fractional CO( …
BACKGROUND: The treatment of acne scars with fractional CO(2) lasers is gaining increasing impact, but has so far not been compared s …
Evolution of some indicators of systemic immunity in patients with acne while using laser therapy.
Dashko M, Syzon O, Voznyak I. Dashko M, et al. Wiad Lek. 2017;70(2):196-199. Wiad Lek. 2017. PMID: 28511158
Objective - to determine evolution of the systemic immunity indices in patients with acne with different degrees of severity in the course of a standard and comprehensive treatment by laser therapy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We observed 77 patients with acne age …
Objective - to determine evolution of the systemic immunity indices in patients with acne with different degrees of severity in the c …
Selective nonablative treatment of acne scarring with 585 nm flashlamp pulsed dye laser.
Patel N, Clement M. Patel N, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2002 Oct;28(10):942-5; discussion 945. doi: 10.1046/j.1524-4725.2002.02062.x. Dermatol Surg. 2002. PMID: 12410680
The clinical efficacy for improving the appearance of acne scarring using selective nonablative laser treatments has yet to be established. ...METHODS: Ten patients (mean age 34.8 years) with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV and shallow to moderately deep, saucerized facial …
The clinical efficacy for improving the appearance of acne scarring using selective nonablative laser treatments has yet to be establ …
Fractional carbon dioxide (CO(2)) laser combined with topical tretinoin for the treatment of different forms of cystic acne.
Pestoni Porvén C, Vieira Dos Santos V, Del Pozo Losada J. Pestoni Porvén C, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2017 Dec;19(8):465-468. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2017.1349323. Epub 2017 Jul 10. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2017. PMID: 28692353
The aim of this article is to discuss the role of a single session of a fractional carbon dioxide (CO(2)) laser combined with a topical treatment with a tretinoin and antibiotic gel for a month as a successful treatment to improve nodulocystic acne and chronic microcystic …
The aim of this article is to discuss the role of a single session of a fractional carbon dioxide (CO(2)) laser combined with a topical trea …
Evaluation of autologous platelet-rich plasma plus ablative carbon dioxide fractional laser in the treatment of acne scars.
Abdel Aal AM, Ibrahim IM, Sami NA, Abdel Kareem IM. Abdel Aal AM, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2018 Apr;20(2):106-113. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2017.1368667. Epub 2017 Aug 30. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2018. PMID: 28853968 Clinical Trial.
INTRODUCTION: Acne scar is a common distressing complication of acne vulgaris. CO(2) laser resurfacing proved effective for the treatment of this problem, but the associated complications may limit its use. ...AIM OF THE WORK: To evaluate the synergistic effe …
INTRODUCTION: Acne scar is a common distressing complication of acne vulgaris. CO(2) laser resurfacing proved effective …
Ultrasonic delivery of silica-gold nanoshells for photothermolysis of sebaceous glands in humans: Nanotechnology from the bench to clinic.
Paithankar D, Hwang BH, Munavalli G, Kauvar A, Lloyd J, Blomgren R, Faupel L, Meyer T, Mitragotri S. Paithankar D, et al. J Control Release. 2015 May 28;206:30-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2015.03.004. Epub 2015 Mar 3. J Control Release. 2015. PMID: 25747145
Here, we report, through in vitro studies and in vivo human pilot clinical studies, the use of inert, inorganic silica-gold nanoshells for the treatment of a widely prevalent and researched, yet poorly treated disease of acne. We use ~150nm silica-gold nanoshells, tuned to …
Here, we report, through in vitro studies and in vivo human pilot clinical studies, the use of inert, inorganic silica-gold nanoshells for t …
Autologous platelet rich plasma: topical versus intradermal after fractional ablative carbon dioxide laser treatment of atrophic acne scars.
Gawdat HI, Hegazy RA, Fawzy MM, Fathy M. Gawdat HI, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2014 Feb;40(2):152-61. doi: 10.1111/dsu.12392. Epub 2013 Dec 19. Dermatol Surg. 2014. PMID: 24354616 Clinical Trial.
BACKGROUND: A proposal has recently been made regarding the potential adjuvant use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with fractional carbon dioxide laser (FCL) for the correction of acne scars. OBJECTIVE: To compare the efficacy and safety of two administration modes of autolo …
BACKGROUND: A proposal has recently been made regarding the potential adjuvant use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with fractional carbon diox …
Evaluation of autologous adipose-derived stem cells vs. fractional carbon dioxide laser in the treatment of post acne scars: a split-face study.
Abou Eitta RS, Ismail AA, Abdelmaksoud RA, Ghezlan NA, Mehanna RA. Abou Eitta RS, et al. Int J Dermatol. 2019 Oct;58(10):1212-1222. doi: 10.1111/ijd.14567. Epub 2019 Jul 11. Int J Dermatol. 2019. PMID: 31297798 Clinical Trial.
The aim of the study was to verify the effectiveness of AT-ASCs for the treatment of acne scarring vs. the fractional carbon dioxide laser (FxCR). SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Split face comparative study included 10 adult patients with post-acne scars on both sides of the …
The aim of the study was to verify the effectiveness of AT-ASCs for the treatment of acne scarring vs. the fractional carbon dioxide …
Introduction. Update on lasers.
Uebelhoer NS, Ross EV. Uebelhoer NS, et al. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2008 Dec;27(4):221-6. doi: 10.1016/j.sder.2008.11.001. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2008. PMID: 19150293 No abstract available.
Split-face clinical comparative study of fractional Er:YAG (2940nm) laser versus long pulsed Nd:YAG (1064nm) laser in treatment of atrophic acne scar.
Al-Dhalimi MA, Dahham Z. Al-Dhalimi MA, et al. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2021 Feb 17;23(1-2):35-40. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2021.1967996. Epub 2021 Aug 19. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2021. PMID: 34409915 Clinical Trial.
Despite various modalities used for treating acne scars, no single treatment modality was significantly satisfactory. We compare the efficacies of fractional Erbium: yttrium aluminum garnet (Er:YAG), 2940 nm, laser versus long-pulsed Neodymium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd: …
Despite various modalities used for treating acne scars, no single treatment modality was significantly satisfactory. We compare the …
Greater collagen deposition with the microneedle therapy system than with intense pulsed light.
Kim SE, Lee JH, Kwon HB, Ahn BJ, Lee AY. Kim SE, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2011 Mar;37(3):336-41. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2011.01882.x. Epub 2011 Feb 22. Dermatol Surg. 2011. PMID: 21342311
BACKGROUND: Intense pulsed light (IPL) and the microneedle therapy system (MTS) are currently available for the treatment of scars. ...
BACKGROUND: Intense pulsed light (IPL) and the microneedle therapy system (MTS) are currently available for the treatment of s …
Minimally ablative erbium:YAG laser resurfacing of facial atrophic acne scars in Asian skin: a pilot study.
Tay YK, Kwok C. Tay YK, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2008 May;34(5):681-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.2008.34127.x. Epub 2008 Mar 3. Dermatol Surg. 2008. PMID: 18318730
BACKGROUND: Atrophic scars are dermal depressions caused by collagen damage most commonly occurring after inflammatory acne vulgaris. There are little published data regarding the effectiveness and safety of minimally invasive lasers in the treatment of atrophic …
BACKGROUND: Atrophic scars are dermal depressions caused by collagen damage most commonly occurring after inflammatory acne vulgar …
227 results