Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Scar Management, 2nd Edition

Effective scar management is an essential clinical skill—one that calls for the most
up-to-date management and treatment options to help patients minimize the
physical, aesthetic, psychological, and social consequences that can be associated with
scarring. Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Scar Management, 2nd Edition,
provides current, practical guidance on medical treatments, light/laser
treatment, surgical and non-surgical procedures, and more, edited by the
foremost pioneers in the field. Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, this
resource focuses on procedural how to's and offers step-by-step guidance on proper
techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade.
KEY FEATURES
ï Reviews connective tissue biology, wound healing, and scar formation.
ï Covers the hottest topics and treatments in scar management and pigment
modification today including medical, surgical, and radiation approaches, as
well as the evolving landscape of lasers and other energy-based devices.
ï Discusses common pitfalls and emphasizes how to optimize outcomes.
ï Shares tips and tricks of the trade from practically minded, technically
skilled, hands-on clinicians.