A device that assists in the wound healing process that takes into account the different skin types that are laser-treated in order to optimise the effectiveness of the wound-healing processes and to avoid any burning. The device comprises a laser source suitable for emitting a beam whose wavelength is between approximately 800 nanometres and approximately 820 nanometres and includes a control module suitable for controlling the laser source according to data regarding the skin type of the patient to be treated.
