Review article

Laser Therapy in Dermatology

Zrinka Bukvić Mokos

Abstract

Laser therapy is a therapeutic method of the
fi rst choice in the treatment of various congenital and acquired
skin lesions, including vascular and pigmented lesions, benign
tumors, tattoos, wrinkles and scars. The most important advantage
of laser comparing to other therapeutic modalities is the
selectivity (removal of target structures with minimal damage to
the adjacent tissues), excellent tolerability, and short duration
of the therapeutic session. This article explains basic laser
principles and provides an overview of indications for laser
treatment in dermatology, including laser safety measures. It
is concluded that the laser therapy is superior to conventional
therapeutic methods if used by skilled experts, and subject to a
proper choice of indications, good preoperative preparation of
the patient, and adequate postoperative care.

Keywords

laser; dermatology; indications

Hrčak ID:

23268

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/23268

Publication date:

25.1.2007.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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