Key Messages • Laser-assisted lipolysis is an effective procedure for localized adipose removal that may also induce simultaneous skin tightening • The mechanism of action of laser-assisted lipolysis includes photo-acoustic,…
Key Messages • Skin laxity is a common sign of photoaging • Skin lifting and tightening are desirable outcomes for a large majority of patients interested in photo-rejuvenation • Noninvasive…
Key Messages • Cryolipolysis is a novel approach to noninvasive subcutaneous fat reduction • It is both safe and effective with essentially no post-procedure downtime • Commonly treated areas include…
Key Messages • The demand for noninvasive body sculpting procedures is on the rise • High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) offers a noninvasive alternative for body contouring • HIFU is…
Key Messages • There is a high patient demand for safe and effective ways to decrease redundant or lax skin and smooth irregular body contours • Patients tend to prefer…
Key Messages • Subcutaneous adipose tissue, once considered a passive storage receptacle with a fixed number of cells and limited purpose, is now recognized as a complicated organ with important…
Key Messages • There is increasing demand for nonsurgical approaches to skin tightening on the body without downtime and with minimal risk. Lasers and light-based devices are being developed to…
Key Messages • Skin laxity is defined as the acquired loose, relaxed state of the skin that develops with age as a result of skin extensibility (stretch) and decreased skin…
Abstract This chapter organizes diseases alphabetically for quick reference. Each disease is covered with sections that include General Comments (including the definition and etiology), Keys to Diagnosis (clinical manifestations and…
Abstract Dermatology is best approached by classifying cutaneous and oral disorders by the primary lesion (e.g., macule, tumor) and the distribution of lesions (e.g., facial, axillary, and oral). Primary lesions…
