A split-face comparison of a fractional microneedle radiofrequency device and fractional carbon dioxide laser therapy in acne patients.
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| Abstract | 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) fractional laser system (FS) for the treatment of acne vulgaris. METHODS: Twenty healthy subjects underwent full-face treatment for acne vulgaris with CO(2) FS and MRF device. For each subject, two passes of CO(2) FS with a pulse energy setting of 80 mJ and a density of 100 spots/cm(2) were used on one side, and two passes of MRF device with a intensity of 8, density of 25 MTZ/cm(2), and a depth of 1.5-2.5 mm were used on the other. Patients were evaluated 3 months postoperatively and were also photographed. RESULTS: Most of the patients improved based on clinical and photographic assessments 3 months after the treatment. No significant differences in physician-measured parameters, patient ratings, or intraoperative pain ratings were found, although downtime was significantly longer for the CO(2) FS treated side. CONCLUSIONS: MRF device and CO(2) FS can be used for acne vulgaris patients and MRF device is more convenient than CO(2) FS because of its short downtime.
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| Authors | Jung U Shin, Soo Hyun Lee, Jin Young Jung, Ju Hee Lee |
| Journal | Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy : official publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology (J Cosmet Laser Ther) Vol. 14 Issue 5 Pg. 212-7 (Oct 2012) ISSN: 1476-4180 [Electronic] England |
| PMID | 23016530 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't) |
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