| Description |
1 online resource |
| Contents |
History and epidemiology of tattoos and piercings ; Legislation in the United States / Anne E. Laumann -- Materials used in body art / Christa De Cuyper and Davy D'hollander -- Tattooing and scarring: technique and complications / Maria Luisa Pérez-Cotapos S., Christa De Cuyper and Laura Cossio -- Piercings: techniques and complications / Christa De Cuyper, María Luisa Pérez-Cotapos S. and Laura Cossio -- Cosmetic and medical applications of tattooing / Christa De Cuyper -- Allergic reaction to pigments and metals: body art from the allergist's point of view / Werner Aberer, Johan E. Snauwaert and Ulf-Maria Render -- Techniques and devices used for tattoo removal / Evelien Verhaeghe |
| Summary |
Body piercings, tattoos, and permanent make-up have become very popular as a fashion statement in recent decades. This book guides the reader through the world of body art. An overview is first provided of the history and epidemiology of tattoos and piercings. Subsequent chapters go on to examine in detail the materials and devices used in various forms of body art, and the techniques employed. All relevant risks and potential complications are clearly described with the aid of color illustrations. Special attention is paid to allergic reactions and the management of complications. The closing chapter examines the techniques and devices used for tattoo removal, with a particular focus on the use of different lasers |
| Analysis |
chirurgie |
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surgery |
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kinderen |
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children |
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geneeskunde |
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medicine |
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plastische chirurgie |
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plastic surgery |
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dermatologie |
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dermatology |
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volksgezondheid |
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public health |
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Medicine (General) |
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Geneeskunde (algemeen) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Skin -- Diseases -- Complications
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Tattooing.
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Permanent makeup.
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Body piercing.
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Skin Diseases -- etiology
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Tattooing
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Body Piercing
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Body Piercing -- adverse effects
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Cosmetic Techniques -- adverse effects
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Tattooing -- adverse effects
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- Skin.
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MEDICAL -- Dermatology.
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Médecine.
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Body piercing
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Permanent makeup
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Tattooing
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Cuyper, Christa de
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Pérez-Cotapos S., M. Luisa (Maria Luisa)
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| ISBN |
9783642032929 |
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3642032923 |
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