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The role of bacterial biofilms in aesthetic medicine prioritising prevention

3 June 2015 | Anna Baker | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine

The author provides an overview of literature pertaining to the complex and specialist subject of biofilms that may occur in aesthetic medicine. A brief overview is presented concerning the pathophysiology of biofilms with some discussion concerning differential presentations; early and...

Hyaluronidase is not foolproof prevention is key

3 June 2015 | Anna Baker | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology

The author presents a brief account of some key messages to practitioners undertaking non-surgical nose augmentation using calcium hydroxylapatite (Ca HA); reinforcing a robust, current and accurate knowledge of facial anatomy as well as the established safety profile of CaHA....

Cheek augmentation from A to Z

1 June 2018 | Anna Baker | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Facial Plastic Surgery

An outline of facial assessment principles and anatomical considerations regarding augmenting the cheek and mid-face is explored. Background statistics are stated regarding the number of injectable procedures performed, referenced to American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) data, 2016. Attention...

Liposuction – the evolution of the classical technique

1 April 2014 | Yves-Gerard Illouz (Prof) | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine

From liposuction to adipose stem cells; from regenerative medicine to tissue engineering; and a vision of the future. Part 1 The history of attempts to sculpture fat dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, but Professor Yves-Gerard Illouz...

Lasers and the skin

1 August 2015 | Daron C Seukeran | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology

Laser is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Lasers have revolutionised the treatment of many skin conditions and are being used both in terms of a medical and an aesthetic context. Laser technology has been advancing...

How I Do It - Patient selection in aesthetic medicine

1 June 2014 | Preema Vig | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine

After taking a full medical history of the patient I ask what their concerns are and why they have come in to see me that day. In addition, I perform a psychological assessment of the patient to get a deeper...

Cryolipolysis: a review of published clinical data

1 February 2016 | Nestor Demosthenous | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine

Definition: Cryolipolysis is derived from the greek language, describing ‘cold’ and ‘fat breakdown’. History The actual phenomenon of cold induced adipocyte necrosis was originally described by Epstein et al. in 1970 who had reported the presence of a “red indurated...

Photorejuvenation: Light & Bright™ treatment for enhanced skin quality

4 October 2024 | Ioana Pescaru | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology

Improving skin quality has emerged as a significant trend in recent years, driven by the synergy between at-home skincare routines and diverse aesthetic procedures administered by medical professionals. With sun-induced skin damage manifesting early in life, there’s a surging demand...

New IPL technology as treatment for melasma

12 October 2021 | Angela Capponi | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology

Background Melasma is an acquired refractory pigmented skin disease. It is a complex multifactorial disorder and its pathogenesis has not yet been fully elucidated. Risk factors include genetic predisposition, sun exposure, stress, medications, and pregnancy. Melasma is divided into three...

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