Skin Color and Pigmentation in Ethnic Skin
Skin coloration is highly diverse, partly due to the presence of pigmentation. Color variation is related to the extent of ultraviolet radiation exposure, as well as other factors. Inherent skin…
Laser-Assisted Delivery to Treat Facial Scars
Treatment of facial scars is a multispecialty endeavor for optimal patient recovery. One new innovation helping in facial scar treatments are lasers. Fractional laser predictably (tunable) disrupts the barrier of…
Unique Clinical Aspects of Nasal Scarring
Various methods are available for refining scars of the external nose and optimal scar revision frequently requires the utilization of multiple techniques. Differing anatomy of nasal subunits and their underlying…
Treating Scars to the Neck
Scarring of the neck affects millions of people every year. The appearance of neck scarring can be disturbing both physically and psychologically. Scarring of the neck can be accompanied by…
Treatment of Scalp Scars
The scalp presents many challenges to the reconstructive surgeon given its visible nature and the various considerations that must be given for optimal reconstruction. In this article, we review the…
Management of Forehead Scars
This article provides an overview of scar management within the forehead region. It addresses the unique challenges specific to the treatment of forehead wounds. A logical, stepwise approach is used….
Soft Tissue Principles to Minimize Scarring
This article is a broad overview of measures and techniques that can be used to minimize soft tissue scarring. Key points • Patient factors include skin type, medical conditions, ethnicity,…
Facial Scar Management
David B. Hom, MD, FACS, Editor Cutaneous scarring is an inevitable consequence following surgery and deeper dermal injuries. Scars on the face can be especially disconcerting to patients due to…
Forthcoming Issues
Forthcoming Issues May 2017 Functional Rhinoplasty Benjamin C. Marcus, Editor August 2017 Facial Reconstruction Post-Mohs Surgery James B. Lucas, Editor November 2017 Trauma in Facial Plastic Surgery Kristen S. Moe,…
