The effect of intraoral 2,940nm non-ablative Erbium: YAG laser on the rejuvenation of the upper lip: a pilot study



Document title: The effect of intraoral 2,940nm non-ablative Erbium: YAG laser on the rejuvenation of the upper lip: a pilot study
Journal: Surgical & cosmetic dermatology
Database: PERIÓDICA
System number: 000408713
ISSN: 1984-5510
Authors: 1
2
Institutions: 1Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Hospital Clínico, Santiago de Chile. Chile
2Universidad Católica de la Santísima Concepción, Facultad de Medicina, Concepción. Chile
Year:
Season: Ene-Mar
Volumen: 9
Number: 1
Pages: 56-59
Country: Brasil
Language: Inglés
Document type: Artículo
Approach: Analítico, descriptivo
English abstract Increased distance between the base of the nose and lip’s vermilion is difficult to treat, and often there are restrictions for the use of botulinum toxin and cutaneous fillers. Objective: To describe a new technique for the treatment of the upper lip ptosis. Methods: A prospective pilot study was conducted with 15 female patients bearing increased distance between the base of the nose and the labial cutaneous-mucosal transition line. Five weekly sessions of intraoral non-ablative 2,940nm Er:YAG laser were performed. For the evaluation of outcomes, standardized records were performed with a 3D photographic camera, and comparative measurements of the philtrum’s height and the nasolabial angle were taken before and after the treatment. Results: There was a shortening ranging from 2 to 4 mm in the philtrum’s measurements, and a decrease in the nasolabial angle, in addition to increased firmness of the skin in the upper lip. Conclusion: Intraoral non-ablative 2,940nm Er:YAG laser can be a therapeutic option for the treatment of upper lip ptosis
Portuguese abstract O aumento da distância entre a base do nariz e o vermelhão do lábio é de difícil tratamento, e muitas vezes apresenta limites para o uso de toxina botulínica e preenchedores. Objetivo: Descrever nova técnica para o tratamento da ptose do lábio superior. Métodos: Realizado estudo-piloto prospectivo com 15 pacientes do sexo feminino que apresentavam aumento da distância entre a base do nariz e a linha de transição cutâneo-mucosa labial. Foram realizadas cinco sessões semanais de laser não ablativo Er:YAG 2940nm intraoral. Para a avaliação dos resultados, foram feitos registro padronizado com câmera fotográfica de 3D e medidas comparativas da altura do filtro e do ângulo subnasal, antes e após o tratamento. Resultado: Observou-se encurtamento que variou de dois a 4mm nas medidas do filtro, e diminuição do ângulo subnasal, além de maior firmeza da pele do lábio superior. Conclusão: O laser não ablativo Er:YAG 2940nm intraoral pode ser opção terapêutica para a ptose do lábio superior
Disciplines: Medicina
Keyword: Cirugía,
Dermatología,
Cosmetología,
Labios,
Rejuvenecimiento facial,
Láser de erbio
Keyword: Medicine,
Dermatology,
Surgery,
Cosmetology,
Lips,
Facial rejuvenation,
Erbium laser
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