Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery
December 1982
in “
Archives of Dermatology
”
TLDR Various cosmetic skin issues can be treated with techniques like dermabrasion, chemical peels, and hair transplants.
The article from 1982 discussed various office treatments for cosmetic dermatologic issues, including benign lesions like lentigines and keloids. It advocated for using dermabrasion, punch-transplant techniques, and collagen implants to treat acne scarring. Chemical peels were described for addressing actinic damage and premature wrinkles. Additionally, the article covered surgical methods for correcting male-pattern alopecia, such as hair transplants, scalp-reduction techniques, and scalp flaps.
