Product Description

* A "first" in cosmetic dermatology
* The latest drugs, topical agents and non-invasive procedures
* 231 illustrations including 77 color photographs

1) Scientific answers to everyday cosmetic problems
2) Clinical, factual and practical
3) Toward evidence-based medicine in cosmetic dermatology

This outstanding text should serve as a spur to the medical community to insist upon well-researched cosmetic procedures.

The new text Cosmetic Dermatology: Principles and Practice is designed to help you…
* Understand the basic science of the skin and the factors affecting its appearance
* Comprehend the factors contributing to premature aging of the skin
* Responsibly answer your patients' questions about the efficacy of skin care products
* Feel confident when asked to recommend over-the-counter products
* Learn the basics about collagen injections, botulinum toxin injections and chemical peels

Get an unbiased review of the data available on various cosmetic products and procedures. Separate the facts form the myths in the aesthetic industry.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #850588 in Books
• Published on: 2002-03-21
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 226 pages

About the Author
Dr. Baumann is Director of Cosmetic Dermatology at the University of Miami, the first such department in the country. She writes chapters for Gellis/Kagan: CURRENT PEDIATRIC THERAPY by WBS and our own DIGM. She is the primary investigator for a wrinkle study conducted by Allergan. She is one of 12 consultants for Elizabeth Arden, and she writes a monthly column entitled �Your Cosmetic Practice� for Skin and Aging, a magazine for dermatologists with a subscriber list of 8,000. She has recently been quoted in TIME Magazine (October 11, 1999 issue) advocating a more cautious approach to cosmetic procedures.

Customer Reviews

Dr.Azeem Alam Khan. General Health Care Hospital Dammam KSA
I bought this book a week ago and finished it today.I find it quite interesting,informative and different from the books written on this subject.
Author has covered most of the topics related to Cosmetic Dermatology and explained all the different cosmetic procedures in a very simple and easy way.Pictures are also clear and diagrams are helping allot in understanding the different skin procedures.
I recommend this book to all my fellow dermatology colleagues
and those related to the field of Cosmetics.

Good for beginner.
This book is good for beginner in cosmetic dermology, who want to know the basic concept and concise knowledges.

Great Book
This book was fantastic. It encompasses everything I wanted and needed to know about cosmetic dermatology. It was easy to read and clearly explained all pertinent topics. I highly reccommened it to both people in the medical profession as well as anyone who wants upto date information about cosmetic dermatology.