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Erbium:glass (Er:Glass) lasers designed for use in skin resurfacing procedures (i.e., dermatologic). These devices typically consist of lasers that emit light at 1,540 nm wavelength (near infrared) targeting intracellular water at a depth from 0.4 to 2 mm with minimal absorption by melanin in individuals with dark pigmentation skin. The laser energy is typically delivered through a flexible optical glass fiber to the application handpiece. Dermatologic Er:glass lasers are intended mainly for treatment of acne and/or photo-induced wrinkles in the face.
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