The Aesthetic Guide May June 2009 : Page 1Ablative fractional resurfacing has emerged as a must- have option for physicians who wish to offer effective skin rejuvenation. Since Alma Lasers, Inc., (Buffalo Grove, Ill.), introduced their first ablative fractional device to the market, numerous competitors have joined the fray. The economic crisis has increased a focus on competitive factors such as technical support and the cost of disposables. “Safety and efficacy have always been the most important factors to consider when choos- ing a device,” said Bruce Katz, M.D., medical director of the Juva Skin and Laser Center (New York, N.Y.). “Usually economic factors are secondary, but these days that gap seems narrower than it used to be.” continued on page 3 May/June 2009 Circulation 20,000 www.miinews.com Publication List |
