A review of laser and light therapy in melasma

Melasma is a dysregulation of the homeostatic mechanisms that control skin pigmentation and excess pigment is produced. Traditional treatment approaches with topical medications and chemical peels are commonly used but due to the refractory and recurrent nature of melasma, patients often seek altern...

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Main Authors: M.K. Trivedi, BS, BA, F.C. Yang, MD, B.K. Cho, MD, PhD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2017-03-01
Series:International Journal of Women's Dermatology
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352647517300047