Facial Resurfacing - Tapa dura

Reseña del editor

The only reference on all 3 facial skin resurfacing techniques!

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.

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.

Audience:

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.

Benefits:

• Master the newest techniques your patients are demanding, including laser therapy, chemical peel, and dermabrasion.
• Learn about the full spectrum of chemical peels -- from superficial peels to medium-depth TCA peels to deep phenol peels.
• Explore laser resurfacing in-depth -- from fundamentals to recommended laser settings and passes.
• Gain valuable knowledge on skin treatment agents, pretreatment regimens, superficial peeling agents, and the role of the aesthetician.
• Know how to integrate skin care into your aesthetic surgery practice.
• See the techniques in detail -- over 400 color illustrations guide you through the procedures.

Selected Topics:

• Evolution of Chemical Peel and Laser Resurfacing
• Histologic Effects of Photoaging and Skin Resurfacing
• Patient Consultation and Evaluation
• Skin Care Agents, Pretreatment Preparations, and Superficial Peels
• TCA Peels
• Phenol Peels
• Dermabrasion
• Fundamentals of Laser Surgery
• Laser Resurfacing

Reseña del editor

This volume discusses every type of facial treatment available: chemical peels, including gycolic acid, TCA, and phenol peels; laser treatments; deep peeling solutions; and post-treatment care.