Laser therapy

Clinical End Points in Laser Therapy: Warning Signs and Therapeutic Responses
laser therapyIf you don’t know clinical end points in laser therapy, you will have a greater likelihood of severe or long-lasting side effects, says Dr. Fernanda Sakamoto, assistant professor of dermatology at Harvard Medical School. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Sakamoto, who explained how clinical end points can give dermatolo …
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Laser Success in Patients With Skin of Color: From Consultation to Procedure Options
lasers in skin of colorDr. Eliot Battle, co-chair of the Skin of Color Update conference and CEO/Founder of Cultura Dermatology & Plastic Surgery, has a distinguished history of establishing safe and effective laser techniques in patients with skin of color. During his recent lecture at the 2023 Skin of Color Update conference, he shared with the audience his personal pearls and suggestions for establishing a thrivi …
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Treating Redness and Facial Vessels with Lasers
rosaceaNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Arisa Ortiz, director of laser and cosmetic dermatology at UC San Diego Health. Dr. Ortiz shares her tips in using lasers to treat rosacea and redness, which are common conditions she sees in her practice. Find out why setting patient expectations is especially important. Learn why looki …
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The Many Faces of Melasma
melasmaOur new series, “The Many Faces of”, showcases side-by-side images of some of the most commonly seen dermatology conditions in an array of skin tones and briefly highlight nuances in clinical presentation.  All images featured in the series are part of The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas, a resource developed by co-editors Misty Eleryan, MD, MS, and Adam Friedman, …
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Dear Derm Authority: Laser Therapy Pre-treatment
Pre-treatment Q:  Do you often do pre-treatment with topical medications before the laser therapy, especially when you treat darker skin types? I heard that it is better to use retinoid + hydroquinone for 6 weeks before the laser treatment because lightning of dark color background will minimize the risk of burn. A: Practicing in South Florida, I see many patients with darker skin types seeking laser treatm …
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