Evaluation of Tissue Tightening by the Subdermal Nd: YAG Laser-Assisted Liposuction Versus Liposuction Alone.

BACKGROUND

Skin tightening is a desirable outcome for skin flaccidity.

OBJECTIVE

We evaluated the applicability, safety, capacity and intensity of skin tightening with the subdermal 1,064 nm Nd: YAG laser application to the upper arms, and compared the results with liposuction.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

Patients with lipodystrophy and mild-to-severe skin laxity of the arms were included (n=28). In half of patients, a single treatment with a subcutaneous laser and liposuction was performed, while the other 14 had a regular liposuction. Treatment parameters, adverse effects and photographic documentation were recorded.

RESULTS

Aesthetic improvement and skin retraction was superior by laser lipolysis. The procedure was well tolerated without significant complications.

CONCLUSIONS

The subdermal laser-assisted liposuction using a 1,064 nm Nd: YAG laser achieves improved skin tightening.