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Concepts in Cosmetic Procedures

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Cosmetic procedures have entered the mainstream in the fast increasing quest of a youthful and healthy appearance. Several agents and techniques are used for cosmetic purposes. In this chapter concepts in inflammation, wound healing, and scarring are reviewed. The use of common cosmetic agents that includes natural compounds as well as equipment such as lasers, photodynamic therapy, radiofrequency, and cryolipolisis is analyzed.

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    Robert L. Bard MD

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    Ximena Wortsman

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Bard, R.L. (2013). Concepts in Cosmetic Procedures. In: Wortsman, X. (eds) Dermatologic Ultrasound with Clinical and Histologic Correlations. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-7184-4_14

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