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Offering a step-by-step, practical approach to increasingly requested cosmetic procedures, Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Cosmetic Treatment of Skin of Color, enables you to master the up-to-date cosmetic techniques that produce the superior results your patients expect. Edited by renowned dermatologist, Dr. Andrew F. Alexis, along with hand-selected experts in this rapidly growing field, it provides practical insights into safe and effective approaches to cosmetic procedures in skin of color that can be performed by dermatologists-all abundantly illustrated and evidence based. A substantial video library demonstrating preferred techniques and modalities helps you successfully incorporate the latest procedures into your practice. Provides complete, clear descriptions for aesthetic dermatological concerns in patients with skin of color, including dedicated chapters on populations of African, East Asian, South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Hispanic/Latino ancestry. Covers management of key dermatologic conditions in skin of color including melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, hair loss, and keloids. Features high-quality images and numerous procedural videos demonstrating exactly how to perform today’s most requested or most challenging procedures. Presents preferred methods and step-by-step techniques for chemical peels, laser hair removal, laser resurfacing, laser treatment of pigmented lesions, hair transplantation, botulinum toxins, soft tissue fillers, periorbital rejuvenation, and more. Shares the knowledge and expertise of editor and cosmetic dermatologist, Andrew F. Alexis, MD, MPH, of New York City’s Center for Diverse Skin Complexions, who is often asked by patients, “Can we use this treatment safely on my skin?”-reflecting concerns regarding complications following cosmetic procedures in patients with non-white skin types. An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

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"""This book attempts to inform dermatologists about the unique healing and reactive properties of richly pigmented skin that must be taken into consideration when performing cosmetic procedures for optimal outcomes.""-©Doody’s Review Service, 2024, Patricia Wong, MD (Private Practice), Doody’s Score: 93 - 4 Stars!"

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Dr Alexis is the Chair of the Department of Dermatology at Mount Sinai. As Director of the Skin of Color Center, he is involved in advancing patient care, research, and education for dermatologic disorders prevalent in skin of color. Dr. Alexis has published over 90 journal articles and has co-edited two textbooks on dermatology for skin of color - Skin of Color: A Practical Guide to Dermatologic Diagnosis and Treatment and Ethnic Dermatology. Dr. Alexis has held leadership positions in organizations including Past President of the New York Dermatological Society, Secretary of the Skin of Color Society and Chair of the Diversity Task Force Committee for the American Academy of Dermatology. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Scientific Committee of the Skin of Color Society. Dr. Alexis has appeared on television news programs and has been quoted in publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes.

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