Lasers in Cosmetic Dermatology & Skincare Practice

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Much has been written about lasers but only a few books cover laser cosmetic dermatology from beginning to end. We decided to address this gap and collected all the information that would be useful for specialists in this book. It focuses on </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>modern laser and photodynamic technologies and deals in detail with various issues concerning high-energy and low-intensity devices</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The book consists of three parts. In the first part we explain the nature of laser radiation and provide a general understanding of how </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>a laser device is constructed</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>. A separate chapter is devoted to the interaction of laser radiation with the skin - the </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>targets and mechanisms of laser action and the essence of photothermolysis</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>. This part also considers the features of </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>intense pulse light (IPL) treatment low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and photodynamic therapy (PDT)</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The second part is devoted to practical issues - the specific capabilities of light-based and photodynamic technologies. The entire spectrum of dermatological and aesthetic problems in which lasers and IPL devices yield significant results are considered. These are </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>laser rejuvenation removal of benign growths treatment of vascular and pigmentation disorders scars acne psoriasis and onychomycosis as well as tattoo unwanted hair (epilation) and fat deposit removal</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>. In this part we also discuss the current perspectives on the combination of laser treatment and injectable procedures and the possibilities of using lasers for the transdermal delivery of active ingredients. A separate chapter on complications associated with laser procedures and ways to reduce their risks concludes the second part.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The third part touches on some key organizational aspects such as </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>requirements for safe operation</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> and the </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>choice of laser devices</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>.</span></p>