Aesthetic Dermatology
Article
Actinic Keratoses—Surgical and Physical Therapeutic Modalities
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are the most common epithelial premalignant lesions seen by dermatologists today. The vast therapeutic armamentarium for...
Original Research
Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum With the Pulsed Dye Laser Over a 28-Month Period
Although benign, molluscum contagiosum causes cosmetic concern, infection, or transmission to close contacts. Treating patients with multiple...
Commentary
Glabellar Gala [editorial]
No abstract available.
Article
Cutaneous Consequences of Photodynamic Therapy
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has several cutaneous complications: photosensitivity is well known, but the other complications are rarely reported....
Commentary
Nonphysicians Practicing Medicine: A Consumer Safety Issue [editorial]
No abstract available.
Clinical Topics & News
A Review of the 308-nm Excimer Laser in the Treatment of Psoriasis
The 308-nm excimer laser is a new modality for the treatment of psoriasis. With the 308-nm UVB radiation generated by this laser, it is possible...
Cosmetic Dermatology
Dermatologic Surgery Into the Next Millennium, IV
The use of lasers for facial resurfacing and tattoo removal is discussed with special emphasis on patient safety and avoidance of complications....
Cosmetic Dermatology
Dermatologic Surgery Into the Next Millennium, Part III
Face-lift procedures and blepharoplasties are performed as in-office surgeries. Either local sedation or conscious sedation is used, and the...
Original Research
Tretinoin Cream 0.02% for the Treatment of Photodamaged Facial Skin: A Review of 2 Double-Blind Clinical Studies
In extensive clinical studies and practical use since its US Food and Drug Administration approval in 1995, tretinoin emollient cream 0.05% has...
Cosmetic Dermatology
Dermatologic Surgery Into the Next Millennium, Part II
This is the second article in a 4-part series on dermatologic surgery. This section provides detailed information about filling agents and...
Article
Lasers in Dermatology: A Review
The revolution in laser technology has had a significant impact on medicine in general and dermatology in particular and has piqued the interest...