Advances in Cosmetic Dermatology
P re f a c e Cosmetic Dermatology
Neil S. Sadick, MD, FACP, FAACS
Nils Krueger, PhD
Editors
when utilized in combination by an experienced dermatologist do they show their full potential. For state-of-the-art rejuvenation and body contouring, they should be used in a three-dimensional approach, which targets epidermal, dermal, and subcutaneous structures to achieve a complete global improvement in appearance. The present volume of Dermatology Clinics presents articles in this regard and will hopefully give the practicing cosmetic dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons good insight of the emerging advances in this field. Neil S. Sadick, MD, FACP, FAACS Weill Cornell Medical College Department of Dermatology 1300 York Avenue New York, NY, USA Nils Krueger, PhD Sadick Research Group 911 Park Avenue New York, NY 10075, USA E-mail addresses: [email protected] (N.S. Sadick) [email protected] (N. Krueger)
Dermatol Clin 32 (2014) xi http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.det.2013.10.001 0733-8635/14/$ – see front matter Ó 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
derm.theclinics.com
Cosmetic Dermatology plays a major role in physician practices nowadays. Patients’ desire to stay young and attractive is no longer only influenced by living longer, but also by remaining longer in the workforce and being involved in longer or multiple interpersonal relationships during their life. However, modern patients are not willing to improve their appearance at any costs. They expect treatments and procedures to be effective but also, more importantly, to be safe and followed by minimum downtime. So-called “lunchtime procedures,” which fit into busy schedules and come without downtime or side effects, are preferred nowadays by male and female patients that want to look fresh, but don’t want others to know about their treatments. Cosmetic Dermatology in the 21st century includes a broad spectrum of noninvasive and minimally invasive treatments and procedures including injectables like fillers and botulinum toxin products as well as devices that utilize light, radiofrequency, or ultrasound and robotic hair transplantations. All these modalities address typical signs of aging, such as wrinkles, skin laxity, discoloration, or hair loss, as well as aesthetic unpleasant body deformities including cellulite and localized fat deposits. Each technology can be used independently to treat a specific indication, but only
P re f a c e Cosmetic Dermatology
Neil S. Sadick, MD, FACP, FAACS
Nils Krueger, PhD
Editors
when utilized in combination by an experienced dermatologist do they show their full potential. For state-of-the-art rejuvenation and body contouring, they should be used in a three-dimensional approach, which targets epidermal, dermal, and subcutaneous structures to achieve a complete global improvement in appearance. The present volume of Dermatology Clinics presents articles in this regard and will hopefully give the practicing cosmetic dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons good insight of the emerging advances in this field. Neil S. Sadick, MD, FACP, FAACS Weill Cornell Medical College Department of Dermatology 1300 York Avenue New York, NY, USA Nils Krueger, PhD Sadick Research Group 911 Park Avenue New York, NY 10075, USA E-mail addresses: [email protected] (N.S. Sadick) [email protected] (N. Krueger)
Dermatol Clin 32 (2014) xi http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.det.2013.10.001 0733-8635/14/$ – see front matter Ó 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
derm.theclinics.com
Cosmetic Dermatology plays a major role in physician practices nowadays. Patients’ desire to stay young and attractive is no longer only influenced by living longer, but also by remaining longer in the workforce and being involved in longer or multiple interpersonal relationships during their life. However, modern patients are not willing to improve their appearance at any costs. They expect treatments and procedures to be effective but also, more importantly, to be safe and followed by minimum downtime. So-called “lunchtime procedures,” which fit into busy schedules and come without downtime or side effects, are preferred nowadays by male and female patients that want to look fresh, but don’t want others to know about their treatments. Cosmetic Dermatology in the 21st century includes a broad spectrum of noninvasive and minimally invasive treatments and procedures including injectables like fillers and botulinum toxin products as well as devices that utilize light, radiofrequency, or ultrasound and robotic hair transplantations. All these modalities address typical signs of aging, such as wrinkles, skin laxity, discoloration, or hair loss, as well as aesthetic unpleasant body deformities including cellulite and localized fat deposits. Each technology can be used independently to treat a specific indication, but only
