Author Description

This Second Edition provides an overview of the currently available treatment approaches for the prevention and treatment of aging skin and their level of efficacy. Sunscreen, cosmeceuticals, retinoic acid, hormones, enzymes that repair DNA damage and minimally invasive surgical procedures such as chemical peels, laser re-surfacing, botulinum toxins as well as fillers, will be discussed detail. This book will provide basic knowledge and objective therapeutic suggestions to the reader. Every specialist interested in dermatology, aesthetic medicine, cosmetic science, cutaneous biology and aging research will find indispensable information of great value for his/her daily work. Key Features: Each chapter has been thoroughly updated with appropriate new material added reflecting the latest research. New research coverage added related to platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rice fibrin Unique cutting-edge research in photodynamic therapy added. The authors internationally recognized research in stem cell therapies for skin photoaging will be incorporated in Chapter 10. Extensive references added at the end of each chapter to enhance further study.