Management of Skin Tightening Devices Complications

The seminar centered on the management of complications arising from skin tightening devices, featuring the experiences of a dermatologist with over 25 years of expertise. The speaker highlighted various patient cases presenting complications like hypertrophic scars and internal skin burns following procedures involving devices such as radiofrequency and liposuction. They noted the significance of patient communication regarding the use of such technologies and emphasized the increasing occurrences of complications linked to non-physicians performing these procedures. The discussion included methods for treating these complications, emphasizing the effectiveness of hydrocolloid dressings and internal fibrosis management. The speaker recounted collaborative research in Brazil and expressed the importance of continuous improvements in treatment approaches. Moreover, the talk addressed how to achieve natural results in scar management while involving advanced techniques like low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and other innovative strategies. The session concluded with an invitation for future collaborations in research, appealing to professionals to cooperate in advancing methods for treating keloids and scars.