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This chapter offers a succinct overview of common cosmetic procedures performed by dermatologists. Neuromodulation, soft-tissue augmentation, resurfacing procedures, lasers, sclerotherapy, and platelet-rich-plasma therapy are reviewed. Understanding general principles, risks, indications, and contraindications of a procedure are discussed to ensure the safe and efficacious treatment of patients. This concise chapter should not be used as a comprehensive review, and all procedures should be performed with or by those fully adept and trained in cosmetic dermatology.
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Saade, D., Graber, E., Maymone, M.B.C., Vashi, N.A. (2019). Cosmetic Pearls. In: Vashi, N. (eds) The Dermatology Handbook. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-15157-7_11
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