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020			_a9783030464509
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040			_aYDX _cNY
050			_aRD520 _bP733 2020
245	0	0	_aPractical introduction to laser dermatology / _cVishal Madan, editor.
260			_aCham, Switzerland : _bSpringer, _c2020.
300			_av, 264 p. : _bcol. ill. ; _c25 cm.
500			_aIncludes index.
505			_aFundamentals of lasers and light devices in dermatology -- Vascular lasers -- Pigment Specific lasers and light devices -- Ablative lasers -- Body sculpting including laser liposuction, ultrasound, cool sculpting -- Light emitting diodes and low level laser light therapy -- Lasers in pigmented skin -- Recent advances in cutaneous laser therapy and future trends.
520			_aThis title introduces readers to the use of lasers in dermatology/aesthetic practice and focuses on the fundamentals of lasers and light-based devices and their clinical application. Each chapter addresses the use of lasers in the treatment of a variety of skin conditions, detailing mechanisms of action, pre-treatment preparation, post-treatment advice, follow-up, and potential complications and pitfalls. Besides discussing ablative, vascular, pigment-specific and epilation lasers, and intense pulsed light, the book also reviews the use of light-emitting diodes, low-level laser therapy and radio frequency devices. In addition, cosmeceuticals complementing laser treatments are also discussed. Readerswill also find the chapter on self-assessment questionnaires especially useful. Practical Introduction to Laser Dermatology provides detailed explanation of the topics, while the chapters are supported by illustrative case studies that will enable readers to develop a deeper understanding of the subject of lasers in dermatology. Using clinically relevant Illustrations, it provides a comprehensive resource on a variety of laser technologies for novice readers and trained laser clinicians.
650		0	_aSkin _xSurgery.
650		0	_aLasers in medicine.
700	1		_aMadan, Vishal, _eeditor.
942			_2lcc _cBK
999			_c42016 _d42016