Comparative study between fractional carbon dioxide laser versus combined fractional CO2 laser/platelet rich plasma in treating facial rhytides with assessment by the Antera 3D camera

Abstract

Abstract Antera camera visual scores-which indicated overall wrinkle size, length and depth- were obtained before the first treatment session, after the last laser session and at the end of the study. They revealed high significance in each side of the face generally. Though there was no significant difference between the two sides since thy both gave the same exact optimum result. In conclusion, both treatment options whether fractional CO2 laser and PRP or fractional CO2 laser only were both equally effective and improved the wrinkles significantly. No difference was shown on the PRP side when compared to the control side. Additionally, overall patient’s before and after evaluation and satisfaction with the cosmetic improvements of their facial imperfections showed a great statistical significance. More comparative studies with this treatment protocol for managing photoaging and wrinkles are needed in the future.