LASERS IN COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY & SKINCARE PRACTICE

• Publisher: Cosmetics & Medicine Publishing
• Format: eBook
• Pages: 212
• Language: Russian
• Publication date: February 16, 2021
• Product dimensions (WxHxD), cm: 17.0 x 24.0 x 1.0
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Much has been written about lasers, but only a few books cover laser cosmetic dermatology from beginning to end. We decided to correct this gap and collected all the information that would be useful for specialists. The book is devoted to modern laser and photographic technologies and deals in detail with a range of issues concerning the use of high-energy and low-intensity devices.

The book consists of three parts. The first part explains the nature of laser radiation and gives a general understanding of how a laser device is constructed. A separate chapter is devoted to the interaction of laser radiation with the skin — the targets and mechanisms of laser action and the essence of photothermolysis. Also, in this part, the features of intensive pulse light (IPL) treatment, low-level laser therapy (LLLT), and photodynamic therapy (PDT) are considered.

The second part is devoted to practical issues — the specific possibilities of light and photodynamic technologies. The entire spectrum of dermatological and aesthetic problems in which lasers and IPL devices give significant results are considered. These are laser rejuvenation, removal of benign growths, treatment of vascular and pigmented disorders, scars, acne, psoriasis, and onychomycosis, as well as removing tattoos, unwanted hair (epilation), and fat deposits. In addition, this part discusses the current thinking on the combination of laser and injectable procedures and the possibilities of using lasers for transdermal delivery of active ingredients. A separate chapter on complications of laser procedures and ways to reduce their risks concludes the part.

The third part touches on organizational aspects such as requirements for safe operation and the choice of laser devices.