Laser Therapy on Darker Ethnic Skin
October 2003
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Dermatologic clinics
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laser therapy darker ethnic skin phototypes IV to VI melanin epidermal heat nonablative lasers ablative lasers dyspigmentation scarring hair removal vascular lesions keloids laser treatment dark skin skin types IV to VI skin pigment skin heating non-invasive lasers invasive lasers skin discoloration skin scars hair reduction blood vessel issues raised scars
Studysummary This article discusses the lack of national credentialing for laser therapy practitioners and emphasizes the need for rigorous self-assessment and expertise, particularly when treating patients with darker skin, without presenting new research results.
Our plain-language summary. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment. Full disclaimer