Complications in Cosmetic Dermatology
Crafting Cures

Complications in Cosmetic Dermatology – Crafting Cures presents the potential side-effects and complications of procedures in aesthetic dermatology, with evidence-based guidance on their management.

Divided into eighteen chapters, common and uncommon complications of each procedure are discussed in detail. Procedures covered include Q switched laser, laser hair reduction, injectable botulinum toxin, mesotherapy, and chemical peels. The concluding chapters focus on the prevention of ocular complications in cosmetic dermatology, and managing medical emergencies the office.

Each chapter in Complications in Cosmetic Dermatology – Crafting Cures is supplemented by clinical pearls and a summary of key points, and the text is enhanced by 300 full colour images and illustrations.

Key Points

• Guide to management of potential complications in a range of cosmetic dermatology procedures
• Clinical pearls and key points summaries provided with each procedure
• 300 full colour images and illustrations

1. Complications In Q Switched Laser
2. Protocols and Complications in Fractional Co2 in the Management of Facial Scar
3. Complications in Erbium Lasers
4. Complications in Vascular Lasers
5. Complications of Laser Hair Reduction (Lhr)
6. Complications in Intense Pulsed Light Treatment
7. Complications of Hair Restoration Surgery
8. Complications of Fillers
9. Complications of Injectable Botulinum Toxin for Cosmetic Indications
10. Complications of Mesotherapy
11. Monopolar Rf – Ways to Handle Complications 
12. Complications of Bipolar Rf Therapy
13. Practical Problems in Chemical Peels
14. Excimer Lasers: Optimizing Results & Minimizing Complications
15. Adverse Effects of Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion
16. Platelet Rich Plasma
17. Prevention of Ocular Complications
18. Managing Medical Emergencies in the Office

Ganesh S Pai
Medical Director, Department of Dermatology, DERMA-CARE, The Trade Centre, Mangalore, Karnataka, India