Healing of Open Upper Lip Vermillion Wounds Irradiated with CO2 Laser Immediately After Injury.

Objective

To evaluate the healing of open upper lip vermillion wounds irradiated with CO2 laser immediately after injury.

Background

There are reports of using CO2 laser therapy on healed wounds for scar tissue reduction. However, limited data exist regarding its use immediately after an injury. Thus, the role of CO2 laser in wound healing remains unclear.

Methods

Two patients with open upper lip vermillion wounds were treated using CO2 laser irradiation to the area postsuturing.

Results

Good functional and aesthetic results were obtained from the therapy, with no postoperative pain complaints or infection.

Conclusions

CO2 laser irradiation, performed immediately after an injury, could be an effective treatment option for open vermillion wounds.