Eyelids and Periorbital Area OVERVIEW Besides being subject to various inflammatory dermatoses such as atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and rosacea, the skin of the eyelids and the surrounding…
Genital Anatomy Libby Edwards A knowledge of anatomy and the various normal appearances of the genitalia helps with the recognition of both normal structures and pathologic findings. Anogenital skin of…
If one were to read this textbook from cover to cover and write down 10 important facts that they have gleaned from these chapters, one of these would be the…
In writing the third edition of this book, it is amazing how some chapters change significantly, and others remain more similar. This chapter on laser skin resurfacing (LSR) has changed…
Introduction Chemical peels are a method of skin resurfacing to address a variety of patient concerns from dyschromias to acne scars and wrinkles. Many physicians may have switched from chemical…
Lip Anatomy and Histology The lips serve many functions, such as eating, drinking, speaking, mimetic animation, kissing, and serving as a valve for the terminal oral airway. Lips are among…
Introduction Many patients have tried a myriad of skincare products by the time they present to our offices, oftentimes with mixed results. It is not unusual for these patients to…
Key points • Cutaneous microcirculation, a type of microvasculature situated just below the epidermis, is composed of major components of blood vessels (arterioles and venules) and lymphatic vessels. • The…
