Cosmetic

1222) Which of the following statements regarding CO2 laser resurfacing is FALSE?

A. Topical anesthetic is adequate for a facial CO2 laser resurfacing.
B. Prophylactic  antivirals medications for all patients undergoing C02 laser resurfacing are mandatory.
C. The use of prophylactic antibiotics in C02 laser resurfacing in not universally used.
D. A typical "yellow chamois" is seen when the laser enters the reticular dermis.
E. Viral and bacterial infections are heralded by intense postoperative pain.




REFERENCES & ANSWER






Carniol P. J., Harmon C. B., Hamilton M. M.: Ablative Laser Facial Skin Rejuvenation, Chapter 26 in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, (Papel I.D, editor), Third Edition, Thieme, 2009, pp.321-330





1222) A     Topical anesthetic is adequate for a facial CO2 laser resurfacing.