Why radiofrequency?
Why radiofrequency? Dermatologic surgery has become more common in various clinics and hospitals because of the many factors discussed in previous chapters. Many small and large hospitals are taking interest…
Dermatology
Introduction
Introduction Dermatologic surgery, or cutaneous surgery, is an ever-expanding and sought after field. The ever-increasing demand for surgery in dermatology is not the only reason for it. There is a…
Achieving aesthetically superior results: Tips and tricks
Achieving aesthetically superior results: Tips and tricks Dermatologic surgery can no longer afford to be just therapeutic; it needs to also be aesthetically pleasing, because skin is nowadays more for…
Postoperative recovery and care
Postoperative recovery and care Postoperative recovery is same as that for any other skin surgery as far as wound healing by secondary intention is concerned. All postoperative wounds on the…
Applications
Applications Experience tells you what to do and what not to do; confidence allows you to do it. Stan Smith Radiofrequency (RF) surgery is one of the most enterprising tools…
Patient assessment and counseling
Patient assessment and counseling In dermatology we are faced with numerous skin disorders that cannot be termed as skin diseases but come under the category of cosmetic disfigurement like freckles,…
Precautions and safety measures
Precautions and safety measures Radiofrequency surgery equipment is an electrical gadget. Hence, the precautions and safety measures related with the hazards of electric current are the main concern. The manufacturer…
Selection of surgical modality
Selection of surgical modality Dermatologic surgical procedures are performed most commonly in an office. As I have said earlier, this surgery fits into the category of minor surgery. There are…
Prerequisites of office dermatologic surgery
Prerequisites of office dermatologic surgery Prerequisites of office dermatologic surgery done using any surgical modality remain the same. This chapter considers more issues that are an integral part of this…
Practical tips for switching over to radiofrequency surgery
Practical tips for switching over to radiofrequency surgery The previous chapter highlighted the practical points that have helped radiofrequency surgery to score over contemporary as well as the latest surgical…
