Laser and light therapy for dermatology has revolutionized the practice of dermatology to offer highly accurate, effective therapies for a wide range of skin conditions. This article provides a comprehensive description of dermatologic lasers, covering their history, mechanism of action, classification, application, and relative efficacy. It covers a wide variety of conditions amenable to laser treatment, including vascular lesions, anti-aging, scar revision, tattoo removal, and hair removal. In addition, the paper reviews the developing face of laser technology and how it is anticipated to revolutionize dermatology in the future.
Eric D. Miller (Sat,) studied this question.