Principles and Choice of Laser Treatment in Dermatology: With Special Reference to the Asian Population

Product Description

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 treatment of melasma, a common disease in Asians. 

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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 treatment of melasma, a common disease in Asians. 

About the Author

 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