A faster CO2 fractional scanner system mode for skin rejuvenation. A clinical study

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AbstractBackgroundThe market requires ever‐faster techniques, in particular for pre‐rejuvenation condition.AimThe purpose of this study was to assess if a fractional CO2 scanner modality (called moveo) results in a faster full‐face rejuvenation treatment in comparison to the standard mode, currently existing in the scanner system.Materials and MethodsA total of 12 female patients affected by fine lines participated in a split‐face clinical investigation and underwent to two sessions with a fractional CO2 laser system equipped with an existing and a faster dedicated scanner units. Pain was assessed using VAS. Three‐dimensional clinical photographs were captured before, immediately after, 3 days, 14 days after the first treatment and immediately after the second treatment and 1 months after the last one. The uniformity and aesthetic coverage of treatments were assessed using dermatoscopy. Global aesthetic improvement scale (GAIS) was used. The time taken to treat the two sides of the face and all possible side effects were monitored.ResultsFollowing only two treatment session with both scanner modes, the patient's skin texture improved significantly, with fine lines reduction. There is no statistically significant difference in perceived pain between patients. The GAIS score showed satisfactory results following both modalities. The time parameters indicated that with the faster scanner mode the full‐face treatment time was reduced by 30% compared to the standard one. No adverse effects were observed.ConclusionsThe moveo modality provide faster treatment and a better final dermal aesthetic outcome than the standard procedure while maintaining the same safety profile.