Textbook of Lasers in Dermatology
KOUSHIK LAHIRISynopsis
The book has thirty eight chapters, with more than three hundred pages, that cover all aspects of laser treatment, starting with the basic aspects, and continuing with the different kinds of lasers and how they are adapted to dark skins. It is written by about sixty authors, all of them great experts in the laser world in a light and entertaining fashion, demonstrating the authors’ experiences with different aspects of this branch of dermatology. It provides us with a thorough review of this form of therapeutics. With very good and explicit illustrations, diagrams, and appropriate tables, they offer an extremely useful volume that will surely become a reference text.
Synopsis
The book has thirty eight chapters, with more than three hundred pages, that cover all aspects of laser treatment, starting with the basic aspects, and continuing with the different kinds of lasers and how they are adapted to dark skins. It is written by about sixty authors, all of them great experts in the laser world in a light and entertaining fashion, demonstrating the authors’ experiences with different aspects of this branch of dermatology. It provides us with a thorough review of this form of therapeutics. With very good and explicit illustrations, diagrams, and appropriate tables, they offer an extremely useful volume that will surely become a reference text.
Description
The book has thirty eight chapters, with more than three hundred pages, that cover all aspects of laser treatment, starting with the basic aspects, and continuing with the different kinds of lasers and how they are adapted to dark skins. It is written by about sixty authors, all of them great experts in the laser world in a light and entertaining fashion, demonstrating the authors’ experiences with different aspects of this branch of dermatology. It provides us with a thorough review of this form of therapeutics. With very good and explicit illustrations, diagrams, and appropriate tables, they offer an extremely useful volume that will surely become a reference text.
Key Features
• The book is a comprehensive guide covering theoretical and practical aspects of lasers used in the fields of dermatology and cosmetic surgery
• Provides in-depth knowledge of the most appropriate choice of laser for the treatment of particular conditions
• The book begins with detailed chapters on latest understanding of lasers physics, advent and evolution of lasers, setting up of laser practice and ethical issues with laser practice
• Subsequent chapters cover laser treatment of vascular lesions, laser treatment of pigmented lesions and tattoos, laser removal of unwanted hair, ablative and non-ablative fractional resurfacing, and use of laser treatment for medical purposes
• With more than 200 images, the book provides a good idea of various disease conditions that can be treated with lasers application and the results that can be expected post laser therapy
• Written by leading experts in this field
• In summary, a practical guide for dermatologists, cosmetologists and surgeons to gain full understanding of all aspects of use of lasers in dermatology.
Product Details
Publisher :
JPB ;1/e edition (01 January 2016)
Edition :
1/e edition
Binding :
Hard Back
Language :
English
Paperback :
334 pages
ISBN-13 :
9789385999628
Item Weight :
1400 grams
Dimensions :
8.5 x 11
Printing Format Color :
Four Color