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Barbed threads for philthral shortening and vermilion eversion

10 February 2026 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Facial Plastic Surgery
Ageing of the perioral region is a multifactorial process that stems from underlying skeletal resorption, descent of soft tissues, dermal thinning and cumulative muscular activity [1]. These changes translate into several hallmark features: the philtral column elongates, the vermilion loses...

Peeling away the years: bespoke framework technique for using Definisse™ Peel Program from RELIFE in acne

4 December 2023 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
Acne vulgaris is the most common potentially scarring skin condition seen in dermatology and general practice. A recent network metanalysis [1] confirmed the efficacy of oral pharmacological therapies but questioned the consistency of effect of topical agents and peels. Factors...

Topical treatment of dermatological concerns during GLP-1 therapy

25 February 2026 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1) and combined GLP-1/gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GLP-1/GIP) agonists have emerged in recent years to promote weight loss [1]. The incretin mechanisms of GLP-1 agonists help to regulate blood glucose levels and facilitate satiety, which contributes towards weight...

What’s new in treating hypertrophic scars and keloids?

1 June 2018 | | PMFA - Dermatology
World renowned dermatologist, Michael H Gold, explains new treatments available in the challenging field of hypertrophic scar and keloid management. The treatment of hypertrophic scars and keloids remains one of the most challenging conditions that dermatologists face on a regular...

Teaching students head and neck anatomy through the art of drawing

1 June 2017 | | PMFA - Maxillofacial Surgery
The link, both historical and contemporary, between art and anatomy is apparent. A recent British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) documentary The Beauty of Anatomy showcased the impressive contributions of artists towards the deeper understanding of anatomy and, by default, surgical practice....

The role of skin camouflage and micropigmentation in the fields of burns and plastic surgery

1 December 2014 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - General Plastic Surgery
Many patients who survive major burns, suffer a traumatic injury or undergo reconstructive surgery following cancer are left with both physical but also psychological sequelae. Sometimes early psychological difficulties improve with the passage of time with support from friends and...

The safety of performing elective dermatological procedures under local anaesthetic during the COVID-19 pandemic

12 July 2021 | | PMFA - Dermatology
During the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, guidance advised postponement of elective procedures except for time-critical local anaesthetic (LA) procedures [1-3]; our NHS Trust therefore continued with LA skin malignancy surgery. All patients having possible skin cancer lesions removed...

A practical guide to the most commonly used dressings in wound care

1 October 2018 | | PMFA - CPD, PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Breast Surgery, PMFA - Dentistry, PMFA - Dermatology, PMFA - Facial Plastic Surgery, PMFA - General Plastic Surgery, PMFA - Hand & Wrist Surgery, PMFA - Imaging, PMFA - Maxillofacial Surgery, PMFA - Oculoplastic, PMFA - Rhinoplasty
The author explores and reviews the most popular classes of dressings used for acute, chronic and problem wounds, their properties and indications based on direct observation and research studies. With an ever-increasing armamentarium of wound care tools, different brands and...

Perceptions and deceptions: a personal blog by the editor 18 August 2016

18 August 2016 |
I am back in the UK for a sabbatical and taking stock of all the changes since I left in 1999. An HK versus UK comparison becomes even more fascinating when looking at information sources ‘on the ground’. Social networking...

Gross Negligence Manslaughter in Healthcare: The medico-legal dilemma (part 7) – South Korea

22 November 2021 |
South Korea is a truly amazing country and has, over the last thirty years, transformed into one of the most dynamic and innovative economies in the world.

Gross Negligence Manslaughter in Healthcare: The medico-legal dilemma (part 12) – Risk

26 January 2022 |
Risks are ubiquitous in medicine. It is very important to realise that a risk can be both a threat and a friend. Risks relate to probabilities. The probability or possibility that the outcome may not be as desired. The Law does have a perverse view on this. The Law likes, demands, seeks cause and consequence. An honest doctor can rarely satisfy the Law. And that is why it was such a bad thing to see this poor Judge being led by the nose by two unscrupulous Medical “Experts”!

How I Do It - Innovative delivery devices: Teosyal<sup>®</sup>Pen

1 August 2017 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine
As aesthetic practitioners, we should always strive to make our patients’ experiences the best they can be. Teosyal®Pen is the first motorised and cordless device specifically engineered for injecting HA dermal filler. It is lightweight at just 40g and offers...