This book describes the principles of laser treatment in dermatology and, taking into account these principles, provides clinicans with clear, up-to-date guidance on choice of the appropriate laser and parameters for different skin conditions. The aim is to provide a gold standard laser reference book that will meet the needs of those who are already performing laser surgery as well as novices to the field. Readers will find readily understandable coverage of both basic and advanced laser theory. Based on this theory, the authors proceed to explain all the considerations that need to be taken into account when choosing laser systems and parameters for a variety of indications, including all relevant vascular and pigmented lesions and the removal of hair, scars, and tattoos. Close attention is paid to the skin characteristics of Asians and the impacts of these characteristics on parameter selection. In addition, a separate chapter is devoted to the efficacy and safety of laser treatmentof melasma, a common disease in Asians.

Explains the principles of laser treatment in dermatology Offers clear guidance on selection of lasers and parameters Covers the full range of skin conditions, including melasma Highlights special considerations in the Asian population

Autorentext

Jae Dong Lee, MD

Director in MISODAM Clinic in Daejeon, Korea

The Chairman in Korean Dermatologic Laser Association

The Laser Academic Officer in Korean Aesthetic Surgery and Laser Society

The Chief Academic Officer in Korean Medical Skin Care Society

Dr. Jong Kook Lee

Manager of R&D team in Cyberlogitec, Inc.

Master of Statistical Physic in Korea University

Ph.D. Candidate of Software Engineering in Soongsil Universiy

Min Jin Maya Oh, MD

Director in ARA clinic in Incheon, Korea

The Academic Officer in Korean Academy of Melasma

The Vice-Chairman in Korean Dermatologic Laser Association

Inhalt

1. Laser principles.- 2. Laser-induced tissue reactions.- 3. Important laser principles.- 4. Etiology and treatments of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.- 5. Skin of Asian and a kinds of laser in dermatology.- 6. Vascular lasers and treatment of erythema.- 7. Lasers in the treatment of pigmented lesions.- 8. Laser hair removal.- 9. Non-ablative lasers.- 10. Ablative lasers and fractional lasers.- 11. Various treatments of scar.- 12. Causes and treatments of melasma.