Dermatologic Complications with Body Art: Tattoos, Piercings and Permanent Make-Up

ISBN-13: 9783662502044 / Angielski / Miękka / 2016 / 110 str.

Christa De Cuyper; Maria Luisa Cotapos

Opis

This overview of body art first provides the history and epidemiology of tattoos and piercings before detailing the materials, devices and techniques used in various forms of body art. Coverage includes potential risks, complications, and allergic reactions.

Recenzje

From the reviews: "An overview of the potential complications and removal techniques associated with tattoos, body piercings, and dermatography is presented in this book. ... The audience is dermatologists who perform laser for tattoo removal. ... I have read only journal articles on this topic, and this book summarizes the current state of knowledge on removal of tattoos and treatment of the various types of infections and dermatitides that may arise." (Patricia Wong, Doody's Review Service, March, 2010)

Spis treści

History and Epidemiology of Tattoos and Piercings. Legislation in the United States.- Materials Used in Body Art.- Tattooing and Scarring: Technique and Complications.- Piercings: Techniques and Complications.- Cosmetic and Medical Applications of Tattooing.- Allergic Reaction to Pigments and Metals.- Techniques and Devices Used for Tattoo Removal.

Blurb

Body piercings, tattoos, and permanent make-up have become very popular as a fashion statement in recent decades. This book guides the reader through the world of body art. An overview is first provided of the history and epidemiology of tattoos and piercings. Subsequent chapters go on to examine in detail the materials and devices used in various forms of body art, and the techniques employed. All relevant risks and potential complications are clearly described with the aid of color illustrations. Special attention is paid to allergic reactions and the management of complications. The closing chapter examines the techniques and devices used for tattoo removal, with a particular focus on the use of different lasers.