Handbook of Lasers in Dermatology

Keyvan Nouri, MD, Miami, USA

From the book reviews: "The purpose is to provide practical and current information on using lasers to treat a variety of skin conditions ranging from cosmetic to medical. The audience is dermatologists with a laser practice. ... This is a wonderful resource on using lasers in dermatology. I recommend it to everyone using or thinking about using lasers in their practice, regardless of their level of expertise. There is something for everyone and it is extremely up to date." (Patricia Wong, Doody's Book Reviews, February, 2015)

• Basic Principles of Lasers: Interactions Between Lasers and Tissue.- Laser Safety: Standards and Guidelines.- Post-operative Care and Complications.- Types of Lasers.- Vascular Lasers.- Pigmented Lesions.- Tattoos.- Resurfacing.- Fractional Devices.- Hair Removal.- Photodynamic Therapy.- Lasers for Skin Cancers.- Lasers and Lights for Acne.- Lasers for Scars.- Lasers and Lights for Onychomycosis.- Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins.- Fractional Photothermolysis.- Sub-Surfacing Lasers.- Rejuvenation using Light-based Devices.- Lasers for Psoriasis.- Lasers for Hypopigmented Lesions.- Intense Pulse Light Therapy.- Photodynamic Therapy.- Light-Emitting Diode Phototherapy.- Lasers and Lights for Wound Healing.- Lasers for Hair Growth and Hair Transplants.- Devices for Weight Loss and Fatty Tissue.- Reflectance-Mode Confocal Microscopy in Dermatologic Oncology.- Pearls in Clinical Lasers.- Anesthesia for Lasers.- Lasers for Dark Skin Types.- Lasers for Children.- Post-operative Wound Care.- Laser Complications: Treatment and Prevention.- Medicolegal Issues.- Psychological Considerations Prior to Laser.- Photography Specific to Lasers.- Online Sources for Information.- Research and Future Directions.