Lasers In Cutaneous And Aesthetic Surgery

This is a reference on the use of lasers in cutaneous surgical procedures. Internationally recognized experts share their knowledge - both scholarly and practical - of the scientific principles, instruments, and techniques employed in cutaneous laser surgery.

The first complete, "how to" guide to laser surgery of the head and neck! This comprehensive reference covers all aspects of the use of lasers in facial plastic surgery, from basic science to surgical techniques. Introductory chapters provide complete coverage of different laser systems, laser safety, and laser physics. The majority of the book is devoted to presenting the use of lasers in skin resurfacing, treatment of vascular lesions, hair removal, treatment of pigmented lesions and tattoos, and aesthetic surgery. Throughout, you'll find expert commentary from surgeons at the forefront of the field.

Stay on the cutting edge of laser technology with state-of-the-art summaries on all cutaneous laser systems, including carbondioxide, argon-pumped, tunable dye, copper vapor, ruby, flashlamp-pumped pulsed dye, Nd:YAG, and photoderm. CUTANEOUS LASER SURGERY provides an unbiased review of each system, listing the pros and cons of each for use on various types of lesions. You'll also find new information on laser resurfacing, photodynamic therapy, and hair removal. * Includes thorough discussions of all laser systems * Provides treatment options for pigmented lesions, vascular lesions, tattoos and laser resurfacing all in one book * Guides you to the appropriate choice of procedure for each particular lesion * Gives you an unbiased view of each laser system * Illustrates techniques with clear before and after photography * Provides step-by-step guidance through procedures * Includes patient consent forms and patient handouts to save you valuable time

Will full-color photographs throughout, this reference demonstrates and assesses various technologies and methods to effectively perform laser treatments for a variety of cutaneous disorders-emphasizing the selection of the appropriate laser for each clinical situation, practical treatment guidelines, and the avoidance of complications in the practice of laser surgery.

Dermatologic laser technology is an area of increasing popularity and interest as it provides new therapeutic options in the treatment of pigmented and cutaneous vascular lesions and is also successfully used for cosmetic procedures. This text provides a practical guide to the indications, contraindications, applications, benefits and possible complications of cutaneous laser surgery. Clearly covers the latest techniques and the most up-to-date applications of lasers in the treatment of skin disease with the support of over 145 vivid color illustrations.

Lasers in Aesthetic Surgery presents over 70 years of cumulative clinical experience with lasers, for both surgical and non-surgical uses of lasers. This practical manual teaches the practitioner the application of the various lasers used in face-lifting and eyelid surgery. With over 200 4-color illustrations, surgeons will find this book to be a valuable resource.

This is a practical text that takes clinicians beyond theory to an actual hands-on approach to procedures with different types of lasers. The team of authors use a simple, user-friendly format to provide a step-by-step guide.