Psychological Considerations Prior to Laser Procedures

Katlein Franca; Jennifer A Ledon; Jessica A Savas; Keyvan Nouri

doi:10.1007/978-1-4471-5322-1_5

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Psychological Considerations Prior to Laser Procedures

Katlein Franca, Jennifer A Ledon, Jessica A Savas and Keyvan Nouri

Handbook of Lasers in Dermatology, pp.55-65

Springer London

2014-07-24

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-5322-1_5

Abstract

Lasers

Psychology

Psychodermatology

Dermatologic procedures

Patients expectations

The use of lasers in dermatology had increased significantly in the past decade. The psychological estate of the patients, the concerns and possible side effects that laser therapy may cause should be carefully learned, presented and discussed previously. This chapter will present some concepts of basic psychology, advice about patients expectations, and tips for the establishment of a good doctor-patient relationship.

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Title: Psychological Considerations Prior to Laser Procedures
Creators: Katlein Franca - Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami—Miller School of Medicine, Miami, USA
Jennifer A Ledon - Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami—Miller School of Medicine, Miami, USA
Jessica A Savas - Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami—Miller School of Medicine, Miami, USA
Keyvan Nouri - Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami—Miller School of Medicine, Miami, USA
Publication Details: Handbook of Lasers in Dermatology, pp.55-65
Publisher: Springer London; London
Academic Unit: Miller School of Medicine; UMMG Dept of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery
Language: English
Resource Type: Book chapter
Record Identifier: 991031597829202976