Laser and Light Source Treatments for the Skin

The use of laser light to treat dermatological conditions is becoming increasingly common as laser technology has become more effective in its ability to target specific dermatological areas.

This book is a practical guide to the use of laser light to treat skin disorders. Beginning with an overview of the fundamentals of lasers, the following sections examine different procedures including laser hair removal, tattoo removal, acne scars, vascular lesions, non-invasive fat removal and tissue tightening. Each chapter provides an introduction to the topic, discussion on new techniques and clinical pearls.

Written by an extensive author and editor team from throughout the USA, this book is highly useful for both trainees and practising dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons.

Key points

• Practical guide to use of laser light to treat skin conditions
• Covers medical and cosmetic procedures
• Extensive author and editor team from USA
• Includes more than 125 clinical images, illustrations and tables

1. Introduction to Lasers: Light–Tissue Interaction and Laser Safety
2. Laser and Light Treatment for Cutaneous Vascular Lesions
3. Pigmented Lesions: General Considerations and Epidermal Lesions
4. Tattoos, Melasma and Dermal Pigment
5. Laser Hair Removal
6. Laser and Light Therapy for Acne Vulgaris
7. Introduction to Laser Skin Resurfacing
8. Nonablative Fractional Resurfacing
9. Ablative Fractional Resurfacing
10. Photodynamic Therapy
11. Intense Pulsed Light
12. Noninvasive Skin Tightening and Body Contouring
13. Laser Treatment in Asians
14. Lasers and Energy-Based Devices for the Consumer: The Future of Esthetic Energy-Based Devices

Marc R Avram (Series Editor) MD
Clinical Professor of Dermatology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York Presbyterian Hospital, USA

Mathew M Avram MD JD
Director, MGH Dermatology, Laser and Cosmetic Centre, Massachusetts General Hospital; Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Faculty Director for Procedural Dermatology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Paul M Friedman MD
Director, Dermatology and Laser Surgery Centre, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, University of Texas Houston Medical School, USA