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Traditional ablative resurfacing off the face has a high complication rate, whereas nonablative resurfacing methods tend to be minimally effective. Plasma skin regeneration (PSR) relies on conversion of nitrogen gas to a plasma that rapidly heats the surface of the skin, resulting in necrosis of varying depth, depending on the amount of energy delivered. Low energies are delivered when treating off the face to limit the necrosis to the epidermis. In a manufacturer-supported, prospective study, 30 nonfacial photodamaged areas in 10 patients received a single treatment with PSR at one of three energy settings (1.0, 1.5, or 1.8 J) under topical EMLA anesthesia. Wound care consisted of Aquaphor ointment application until healed. Clinical result…