Clinical experience in skin rejuvenation treatment in Asians using a long-pulse Nd:YAG laser.

Background: The long-pulse Nd:YAG laser is a versatile, effective and safe treatment modality for skin rejuvenation, in addition to the treatments of telangiectasia and laser hair removal.

Objective: To evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of a long-pulse Nd:YAG laser for skin rejuvenation in Japanese patients.

Methods: A total of 19 female Japanese patients with Fitzpatrick skin types III or IV were treated for improving their wrinkles, skin texture, and skin laxity with a repetitive painting motion technique.