Carbon dioxide laser treatment of chronic actinic cheilitis

The carbon dioxide laser in both conventional and superpulsed modes was used to treat 13 patients with chronic actinic cheilitis. The procedure was well tolerated. Focal, but not functionally restricting, scarring developed in three patients. The cosmetic result was otherwise excellent. No recurrenc...

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Published in:	Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology Vol. 19; no. 5 Pt 1; p. 876
Main Authors:	Dufresne, Jr, R G, Garrett, A B, Bailin, P L, Ratz, J L
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-11-1988
Subjects:	Aged Carbon Dioxide Cheilitis - surgery Chronic Disease Female Humans Laser Therapy - adverse effects Laser Therapy - methods Male
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Summary:	The carbon dioxide laser in both conventional and superpulsed modes was used to treat 13 patients with chronic actinic cheilitis. The procedure was well tolerated. Focal, but not functionally restricting, scarring developed in three patients. The cosmetic result was otherwise excellent. No recurrences have been noted.
ISSN:	0190-9622
DOI:	10.1016/S0190-9622(88)70248-0