ISBN: 1576260852 9781576260852

Category: Medical / Surgery / Cosmetic & Reconstructive

Page count: 233

<b><p>The only reference on all 3 facial skin resurfacing techniques!</b><br><br>This book and video combination is a must for the cosmetic surgeon striving to meet the ever-increasing demand for new techniques in facial skin resurfacing. It is the only book that covers all three major techniques: laser therapy, chemical peel, and dermabrasion. Due to the tremendous attention the media have given to these youth-enhancing procedures, more and more patients are requesting them.<br><br>Aided by the 400+ color illustrations in the book and the clear demonstrations on the 55-minute videotape, you will gain the skills and the confidence to perform these popular procedures. The authors also know you have a business to run and have included information on integrating these techniques into your current aesthetic surgery or dermatology practice.<br><br><b>Audience:</b><br><br>This is the definitive how-to guide for plastic surgeons, dermatologists, otolaryngologists and all cosmetic surgeons. Learn which approach works best for each patient, and which procedures to recommend.<br><br><b>Benefits:</b> </p><ul><li>Master the newest techniques your patients are demanding, including laser therapy, chemical peel, and dermabrasion. </li><li>Learn about the full spectrum of chemical peels -- from superficial peels to medium-depth TCA peels to deep phenol peels. </li><li>Explore laser resurfacing in-depth -- from fundamentals to recommended laser settings and passes. </li><li>Gain valuable knowledge on skin treatment agents, pretreatment regimens, superficial peeling agents, and the role of the aesthetician. </li><li>Know how to integrate skin care into your aesthetic surgery practice. </li><li>See the techniques in detail -- over 400 color illustrations guide you through the procedures.</li></ul><b><p>Selected Topics:</b> </p><ul><li>Evolution of Chemical Peel and Laser Resurfacing </li><li>Histologic Effects of Photoaging and Skin Resurfacing</li><li>Patient Consultation and Evaluation </li><li>Skin Care Agents, Pretreatment Preparations, and Superficial Peels</li><li>TCA Peels</li><li>Phenol Peels</li><li>Dermabrasion</li><li>Fundamentals of Laser Surgery</li><li>Laser Resurfacing</li></ul>