Non-ablative Fractional Lasers (NAF)

Non-ablative fractional lasers (NAF)

Non-ablative fractional (NAF) 1,550 nm and ablative fractional (AF) CO2 lasers are effective and safe for treating acne scars in ethnic skin, with a good patient satisfaction rate. The non ablative lasers offer the advantage of less downtime, less crusting and redness of face though results are comparable. In the treatment of acne scars, it is important to choose a laser treatment modality that can treat all types of acne scar in order to bring about an improvement in the aesthetic concerns of the patient. Choosing the correct laser treatment needs to take into consideration scarring severity, skin type and downtime, especially with regard to patient motivation.