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In this innovative textbook, renowned experts from the United States, Europe, and Asia present the most up-to-date information in the field of cutaneous laser surgery and intense pulsed light (IPL) technology. Technical and biophysical aspects of lasers and IPL devices are first discussed in depth. A series of richly illustrated chapters then carefully examine the numerous and diverse clinical applications of these techniques, highlighting both their potential and their limitations, including side-effects. In the concluding section, important miscellaneous topics are addressed, including cooling techniques, ethical and economic considerations, and laser safety. This book will be of benefit to novice and experienced practitioners alike. In addition to providing expert guidance on the use of lasers and IPL devices in more than 80 clinical indications, it examines the role of new techniques and includes sufficient information to assist the reader considering the purchase of laser or IPL equipment.

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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.

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From the reviews:

"The 32-chapter book is laid out nicely and in a logical manner. Figures are of good quality, and the graphics are superb. This is a comprehensive, well-referenced textbook that covers the full span of dermatologic surgical laser and IPL procedures. ... This is a nicely balanced textbook for those with much experience with cutaneous surgery and those who are first exploring this technology." (William P. Coleman III, Dermatologic Surgery, Vol. 38 (8), August, 2012)

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