The landscape of aesthetic medicine is continuing to evolve at an accelerated rate. While surgical procedures like facelifts, liposuction and eyelid surgery remain cornerstones of practice, their growth has begun to plateau. Meanwhile, non-surgical, regenerative treatments are surging, and for good reason.
Today’s patients—especially Millennials and Gen Z—want it all: youthful, healthy skin, natural results and minimal downtime. They’re more cautious about invasive surgery, fillers or anything that risks an "overdone" look. Increasingly, they view skin quality as the foundation of aesthetic outcomes—not a secondary concern. McKinsey’s survey found that nearly 30% of Gen Zers and millennials in the United States report prioritizing wellness “a lot more” compared with one year ago, versus up to 23% of older generations [1]. The report concludes younger generations are taking a proactive approach to healthy aging rather than a reactive one.
While surgical intervention remains in demand, minimally invasive treatments now account for 80% of the procedures these generations seek for facial rejuvenation as they express less interest in invasive surgical procedures [2]. Common concerns for individuals who routinely use these mechanisms include acne scars, skin discoloration, as well as fine lines and wrinkles.
Neo Elite treatment for traumatic scar Courtesy of Aerolase Clinical Research
The Role of Laser Technology in Modern Aesthetic Care
Lasers have emerged as vital tools for bridging the gap between surgical precision and regenerative skin health. Devices like the Aerolase Neo Elite® and Era Elite® are equipping plastic surgeons with a powerful, science-backed solution to improve tone, texture, and collagen production before, after or completely independent of surgery.
Laser-based skin treatments are quickly becoming the preferred approach for early-stage aging, post-surgical optimization and as a revenue driver to fill the gap left by stagnating facelift and liposuction numbers.
Neo Elite®: Collagen-Stimulating, Skin-Tightening Without Trauma
The Neo Elite utilizes advanced 650-microsecond Nd:YAG technology to gently heat the dermis, stimulating collagen synthesis [3], improving skin tone and fullness and reducing wrinkles without fillers, toxins or invasive energy.
Plastic Surgery Benefits:
- Post-liposuction and body contouring skin laxity solution
- Noticeable lift without swelling, peeling, or pain
- Immediate firming with long-term regenerative results
- Excellent for neck, jawline, lower face, and delicate areas like the periocular region
- Proven improvements in collagen production and dermal elasticity
A recent clinical study of 110 post-operative surgical patients confirmed that low-intensity laser therapy with the Neo Elite accelerated wound healing, minimized scarring, and reduced hospital stays compared to conventional treatments [4].
Clincal research of Neo Elite: Post-blepharoplastyCourtesy of Aerolase Clinical Research
Era Elite®: Precision Resurfacing With Minimal Downtime
The Era Elite offers next-generation 300-microsecond Er:YAG resurfacing with CO₂-level precision—but with minimal downtime and exceptional safety across all Fitzpatrick skin types.
Hybrid Fractional Technology:
- Combines full-field ablation and thermal microchannels
- Dramatic improvements in skin texture, fine lines, and sun damage
- Post-surgical scar revision and pigmentation correction
- A surgical alternative for patients seeking natural rejuvenation without invasive procedures
Post-Surgical Wound Healing (Neo Elite)
- Laser therapy accelerated healing, improved scar quality, and reduced hospital stays [4].
Persistent Edema After Rhinoplasty
- Non-invasive protocol using Neo Elite reduced swelling in 2-3 days, prevented fibrosis and reduced revision surgery rates [5].
Breast Reduction Scar Improvement
- Patients experienced significant scar reduction, higher satisfaction and no side effects after Neo Elite treatment [6].
Meet Modern Demands. Expand Your Offerings.
For today’s patient, aesthetics isn’t just about volume and contouring—it's about skin health. As demand for regenerative, natural-looking results grows, Aerolase lasers give plastic surgeons a competitive edge:
- Address early-stage aging with non-surgical options
- Enhance surgical outcomes with collagen-stimulating technology
- Reduce downtime and risk for post-op patients
- Attract new patient segments—including men and younger generations
- Keep patients engaged longer with ongoing skin quality solutions
References
1 - Pione, Anna, et al. “The $2 Trillion Global Wellness Market Gets a Millennial and Gen Z Glow‑Up.” McKinsey & Company, 29 May 2025, www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/our-insights/future-of-wellness-trends
2 - American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. “AAFPRS Reveals New Statistics and Trends in Facial Plastic Surgery: From ‘Ozempic Face’ to Facelifts, Fat Grafting, Male Procedures, and Regenerative Medicine.” AAFPRS, 4 Feb. 2025, www.aafprs.org/Media/Press_Releases/2024_Annual_Trends_Survey.aspx.
3 -Geraskova N.N., Surkichin S.I., Gryazeva N.V., Teplova E.K. New possibilities of using the combination of laser technologies AEROLASE Nd:YAG 1064 nm Microsecond and Er:YAG 2940 nm in facial skin rejuvenation Efficient Pharmacotherapy. 2024; 20
4 - Prazdnikov E.N., Evsyukova Z.A. Role of neodymium laser in surgery: stimulation of postoperative surgical wounds healing. Hirurgia, Jurnal imeni N.I. Pirogova. 2024;4:93–104. doi:10.17116/hirurgia202404193
5 - Evsyukova Z.A., Glushko A.V. Protocol of prevention and conservative treatment of persistent edema after rhinoplasty. RMJ. 2021;1(*):1–5.
6 - Lipman K., Darrach H., Deptula P., Nguyen D. Laser treatment of breast reduction scars: patient-reported outcomes. Derma J Cosmetic Laser Therapy. 2022;1(1):12-16..
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