Era Elite® 2940nm Er:YAG Laser

Four Optical Modules. One Device. Fitzpatrick I–VI.

Every depth of resurfacing on one platform: sub-ablative renewal, full-field ablation, hybrid fractional remodeling. Each 300-microsecond pulse finishes before heat can spread, so patients recover in days, not weeks. No consumables, no cooling, no anesthetic.

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Why Physicians Choose Era Er:YAG Laser Technology

Era is designed to enhance patient outcomes while simplifying your practice. Its innovative features and precision-driven design enable you to deliver exceptional care efficiently and profitably.

Adjustable Fluence and Ablation Depth

Fluence is adjustable across the module range, taking treatment from sub-ablative surface renewal through to deeper full-field ablation. The 2940nm wavelength sits at the peak of water absorption, and the 300-microsecond pulse ablates tissue faster than heat can spread, so depth is set by energy rather than by dwell time.

No Consumables, No Cooling, No Contact

Era requires no disposable tips, no anesthetic, and no contact or cryogen cooling. Full-face resurfacing averages 10 to 20 minutes. Pricing is set against your patient base rather than a disposable cost.

A fitzpatrick skin type 4 receiving an Aerolase Era treatment

Ablative Resurfacing for All Fitzpatrick Skin Types

Cleared indications include skin resurfacing, acne scar revision, surgical scar improvement, wrinkle reduction, benign lesion removal, age spots, and solar lentigines.

Designed for Delegation

Consistent parameters and a no-contact delivery make treatments safe to delegate to trained staff within scope. No routine maintenance, calibration, or troubleshooting is required.

Simplified Skin Rejuvenation with Powerful Results

Era Elite combines advanced laser technology with patient-centric design, offering safe, effective treatments for smoother, healthier skin. Whether it’s fine lines, scars, or uneven texture, Era Elite makes radiant skin accessible for everyone.

Comfortable Treatments, Lasting Benefits

Pain-free sessions with no need for numbing or cooling, ensuring your treatments are stress-free and convenient.

Visible Results,Minimal Downtime

See real improvements in texture, scars, and pigmentation without disrupting your daily routine.

A fitzpatrick 3 skin type patient receiving an Aerolase Era treatment in Lebanon

Built for Every Skin Type

Safe and effective for all skin tones, including darker and sensitive skin, offering inclusive care for every patient.

Skin Health That Stays with You

Era supports both immediate improvements and long-term skin wellness, helping you look and feel your best.

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Four Optical Modules,
One Platform

Each Optical Delivery System changes what the same 300-microsecond energy does to tissue. Change the module, change the depth of action. No second device, no second room.

Afterglow

Sub-Ablative

Treats: Radiance, tone, and texture with no downtime.

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Gentle Resurfacing

10mm

Treats: The everyday treatment. Tone, texture, pigment, fine lines.

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Deep Ablative Resurfacing

6mm

Treats: Higher fluence for wrinkles, acne scars, surface pigment.

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Hybrid Fractional Ablative Resurfacing

6mm, 16 microchannels

Treats: Collagen remodeling, full-field and fractional in one pass.

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Era Focus Era Elite
Optical Modules 10mm AfterGlow, 10mm, 6mm, Hybrid Fractional
Fluence 1.5 to 2.0 J/cm² 1.5 to 6.0 J/cm²
Repetition Rate Up to 1.5 Hz Up to 2.0 Hz
Best for Practices whose volume is skin quality and maintenance, and first-time ablative buyers Practices treating correction cases alongside maintenance, and anyone who wants the full depth range
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Which Era Fits Your Practice

Era Elite runs all four Optical Modules. Era Focus runs the 10mm.

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Results That Inspire Trust

Witness the difference Era makes—from smoother skin texture to reduced scars and wrinkles.

Under-eye treatment with Aerolase Era Hybrid Fractional Lens. Results are from 2 treatments by James Gordon, MD.
Under-eye treatment
Photos courtesy of
James Gordon, MD
Sun damage and wrinkles treatment with Aerolase Era Elite using 10mm modules. Results from Beauty Matched Med Spa.
Sun damage and wrinkles
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Beauty Matched Med Spa
Aging Skin treatment with Aerolase Era Elite 10mm module. Results are from Karan Lal, DO.
Aging Skin
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Karan Lal, DO
Breast Augmentation Scar treatment with Aerolase Era Elite 10mm module. Results are from Georgia Edling and Kristen Shimp, NP.
Scar Reduction
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Georgia Edling & Kristen Shimp, NP
Scar reduction treatment with Aerolase Era Elite 6mm module. Results are from Dr. William Wafta.
Scar Reduction
Photos courtesy of
Dr. William Watfa
Traumatic Scar treatment with Aerolase Era Elite 6mm module. Results are from Dr. William Wafta.
Traumatic Scar Revision
Photos courtesy of
Dr. William Watfa
Traumatic Scar Revision
Photos courtesy of
Dr. William Watfa
Surgical Scar
Photos courtesy of
Bradley Bloom, MD
Striae
Photos courtesy of
Dr. Viktor Moiseev
Post-Surgical Scars
Photos courtesy of
Elena Ginsberg, NP
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Ablative Resurfacing Across Fitzpatrick I–VI

Traditional ablative lasers carry a high risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in Fitzpatrick IV through VI, which is why most resurfacing platforms quietly exclude those patients.

At 300 microseconds, energy is absorbed by water at the surface rather than lingering in melanin. Controlled ablation leaves little heat behind to trigger a pigment response. The sub-ablative and full-field modules are indicated across Fitzpatrick I–VI. 

Ashlee Bunkelman, LE treating a patient of color with the Aerolase Era
Full-field ablation pattern immediately after treatment with the 10mm Optical Module, Fitzpatrick V.

Technical Specifications

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Afterglow Gentle Ablative Resurfacing (10mm) Deep Ablative Resurfacing (6mm) Hybrid Fractional Ablative Resurfacing
Wavelength 2940nm Er:YAG 2940nm Er:YAG 2940nm Er:YAG 2940nm Er:YAG
Pulse Duration 300 microseconds 300 microseconds 300 microseconds 300 microseconds
Ablation depth Sub-ablative 3 to 14 micrometers 10 to 25 micrometers 150 to 200 micrometer channels, 10 to 15 micrometers full-field
Skin Types I-VI I-VI I–III I–III
Treatment time 5 to 10 minutes 10 to 20 minutes 15 to 45 minutes 15 to 45 minutes
Downtime None 3-5 days 5-7 days 5-7 days
Cooling None required None required None required None required
Consumables None None None None
Runs on Era Focus, Era Elite Era Focus, Era Elite Era Elite Era Elite
AfterGlow 10mm 6mm Hybrid Fractional
Wavelength 2940nm Er:YAG 2940nm Er:YAG 2940nm Er:YAG 2940nm Er:YAG
Pulse Duration 300 microseconds 300 microseconds 300 microseconds 300 microseconds
Ablation depth Sub-ablative 3 to 14 micrometers 10 to 25 micrometers 150 to 200 micrometer channels, 10 to 15 micrometers full-field
Skin Types I-VI I-VI I–III I–III
Treatment time 5 to 10 minutes 10 to 20 minutes 15 to 45 minutes 15 to 45 minutes
Downtime None 3-5 days 5-7 days 3-5 days
Cooling None required None required None required None required
Consumables None None None None
Runs on Era Focus, Era Elite Era Focus, Era Elite Era Elite Era Elite

“We’re doing ablative treatments earlier for patients to prevent aging in the future. After the Era treatment patients commonly refer to the treatment as a magic eraser because it takes away the visible signs of aging the patients notice, plus brown spots that are not adequately treated with a lighter treatment such as chemical peels.”

James Newman, MD
Premier Plastic Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Aerolase Era?

The Aerolase Era is a 2940nm erbium (Er:YAG) ablative resurfacing laser platform built on 300-microsecond pulse technology. A single device supports four treatment modes through interchangeable Optical Delivery Systems: sub-ablative AfterGlow, Full-field ablation 10mm and 6mm, and the Hybrid Fractional modules. The 300-microsecond pulse ablates tissue faster than heat can spread, leaving minimal residual thermal damage and reepithelialization within roughly 48 hours.

What is the difference between the four Era Optical Modules?

Each Optical Delivery System changes the depth of action of the same 300-microsecond, 2940nm energy. AfterGlow works sub-ablatively, heating and renewing the surface without an open wound. The 10mm module delivers light full-field ablation and handles most resurfacing volume. The 6mm concentrates the same energy at higher fluence for deeper full-field ablation. Hybrid Fractional adds 16 microchannels reaching into the dermis alongside full-field renewal in a single pulse.

Is Er:YAG laser resurfacing safe on Fitzpatrick IV to VI skin?

Yes, Er:YAG laser resurfacing is safe on Fitzpatrick IV through VI. At 300 microseconds, energy is absorbed by water at the surface rather than lingering in melanin, and controlled ablation with minimal residual thermal damage reduces the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk that limits traditional ablative lasers in darker skin.

How does the Era Elite compare to a CO2 laser?

The difference is pulse duration and where the energy goes. CO2 lasers operate at 10,600nm and pulse in the 1 to 10 millisecond range, producing significant thermal damage and 2 to 4 weeks of recovery. Era's 2940nm wavelength sits at the peak of water absorption, more than ten times higher than CO2, and its 300-microsecond pulse ablates faster than heat can spread. The result is minimal residual thermal damage and a recovery measured in days.

How long is downtime after Era resurfacing?

Downtime varies by module. AfterGlow results in zero downtime. Full-field resurfacing with the 10mm module typically runs 3 to 5 days with reepithelialization within roughly 48 hours. Higher-fluence 6mm and Hybrid Fractional treatments extend that. For comparison, CO2 resurfacing runs 2 to 4 weeks.

Can Era treatments be delegated to trained staff?

Era's device characteristics support delegation. Parameters are consistent, the handpiece makes no skin contact, no cryogen or contact cooling is involved, and training requirements are minimal. Whether a given treatment may actually be delegated depends on your state's scope-of-practice rules for laser procedures and on your medical director's protocols, which vary considerably. Confirm against your state board before building a delegated model.

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A demo runs about 20 minutes: all four Optical Modules, the parameters for each, and the clinical data behind them.

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