Laser and IPL Technology in Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine, 2011

The editors have gathered 15 laser experts from the United States, Europe and Asia to present the most up to date information in cutaneous laser surgery and intense pulsed light technologies. This innovative book describes new laser techniques (laserlipolysis, fractional photothermolysis, among others) and provides expert guidance on using lasers successfully in over 80 clinical indications.

Benign Pigmented Lesions.- Benign Tumors and Organoid Nevi.- Dyschromias.- Inflammatory Dermatoses and Connective Tissue Diseases.- Wrinkles and Acne Scars.- Scars.- Unwanted Hair Growth.- Precancerous Conditions and Malignant Tumors.- Vascular Lesions.- Viral Infections.- Laser-assissted Lipolysis.- Cooling Techniques.

Professor Christian Raulin has been Medical Director of the Karlsruhe Laser Clinic in Germany since 1998, having worked as a specialist in laser medicine for the preceding decade. His experience over many years in the application of different types of laser is reflected in his numerous contributions to the medical literature and at congresses. As a consequence, he is recognized as a leading authority on laser treatment in dermatology and cosmetic/aesthetic medicine.

Dr. Syrus Karsai is a dermatologist in training at the Ernst-Moritz-Arndt University Clinic in Greifswald, Germany. Since 2006 the principal focus of his work has been aesthetic laser surgery, and during this time he has been the author of well over 40 international and national publications on this topic. He is recognized worldwide as a renowned expert in dermatological laser medicine and is also actively involved in the development of innovative laser devices. Dr. Karsai has been the recipient of various awards, including from the German Dermatological Laser Society (DDL) and the German Dermatological Society (DDG).

Provides up-to-date guidance on the use of lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) devices in more than 80 clinical indications, with the aid of numerous illustrations Examines technical and biophysical aspects in depth Includes the most recent techniques Will assist the reader considering the purchase of laser or IPL equipment Written by renowned experts from the United States, Europe, and Asia

Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras