Helium plasma dermal resurfacing: Consensus guidelines

Introduction Nine experienced physician users of a novel helium plasma dermal resurfacing device for heating the skin at a controlled depth to achieve collagen coagulation, tissue contraction, and neocollagenesis convened to discuss their experiences and keys to success with their off‐label use of this device with collectively more than 800 cases performed for facial skin renewal procedures. Methods A round table discussion format was used to address a variety of topics including pretreatment considerations, optimum treatment parameters, posttreatment healing regimen, and avoidance and management of side effects and complications. All panelists consented to data collection, analysis, compilation, and publication. Results Ideal candidates for the procedure were identified along with optimum treatment parameters and posttreatment care. Strategies for avoidance and management of complications and side effects were discussed. Conclusions Consensus guidelines were developed for patient selection, pretreatment considerations, treatment parameters, posttreatment healing regimen, and avoidance and management of complications and side effects.