title: Benign pigmented lesions.
abstract: Benign pigmented lesions are a frequent complaint in dermatological patients, especially those seeking advice and therapy in a laser or cosmetic practice. Significant advances in laser technology over the last decades now allow us to effectively and safely treat various benign pigmented lesions. However, a thorough understanding of the biology of the lesion to be treated, the physical properties of the lasers to be used, and laser-tissue interactions is crucial for a successful and safe treatment. This chapter will give an overview of the types of benign pigmented lesions that can be treated with lasers and the specific lasers used to treat them.
authors.forename: Inja
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Bogdan Allemann
authors.forename: David J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Goldberg
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D009508:Nevus, Pigmented / Q000601:surgery; D010859:Pigmentation Disorders / Q000601:surgery*; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery