10 Laser Therapy: Principles and Applications in Skin Diseases Maider Pretel, Ester Moreno-Artero Abstract The term laser is an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation. Lasers deliver…
11 How to Set Up a Research Protocol in Plastic Surgery Stefan Danilla, Ekaterina Troncoso Olchevskaia Abstract There has been a shift in the paradigm of medical practice, from a…
7 Implants and Biomaterials Marco Romeo, Chiara Distefano Abstract Biomaterials are materials intended to be physically, chemically, and functionally compatible with the biological system where they are implanted. For centuries,…
14 Fat Grafting Stefan Danilla Enei, Ekaterina Troncoso Olchevskaia Abstract Fat grafting is an excellent approach as a natural filler in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, with the advantage of producing…
6 Soft Tissue Infections and Antibiotics in Plastic Surgery Cristina Aubá, José L. del Pozo Abstract Skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) include infections of skin, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, and…
23 Dermabrasion When the skin has an irregular or uneven texture from acne scarring or from previous injuries, a level II or III dermabrasion (performed with a spinning brush…
11 Skin and Beyond The skin envelope is the largest organ of the human body. In that regard, it is also one of the earliest indicators that the biological…
13 Chin Augmentation It is often necessary to recommend surgery for a receding chin, either in connection with a rhinoplasty, a facelift, or liposuction, or as an isolated procedure….
25 Injectable Therapies: Botox, Fillers, Fat, and Fascia In recent years, nonsurgical techniques and devices for rejuvenating the aging face have taken the profession by storm. It is my…
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