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First there was Sophia

4 January 2019 | Written by
A robot is a man-made machine which can do some things by itself. It is not alive. It has no physiology. But it does have a source of energy, sensors to interact with the external world, a rudimentary nervous system...

Letter from Hong Kong (8 May 2020)

8 May 2020 |
The latest 'letter' from our man in Hong Kong, The PMFA Journal Co-editor Andrew Burd.

How I Do It - Otoplasty

1 February 2017 | | PMFA - Facial Plastic Surgery, PMFA - General Plastic Surgery
Otoplasty techniques to correct ear prominence can be broadly divided in two categories. Suturing techniques and scoring or weakening techniques. Suturing is the approach we prefer, due to more predictable results and less occurrence of non-correctable complications. Suturing techniques involve...

Medico-legal Forum (Laser/Polydioxanone)

1 June 2017 | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
The PMFA Journal and Hamilton Fraser Cosmetic Insurance have teamed up to provide a series of articles that will give examples of claims that occur from different procedures. Conclusion to the previous case Last issue’s Medico-Legal Forum discussed a case...

Aye, Aye. AI?

26 November 2024 | | AI, editorial commentary, artificial intelligence, technology, ChatGPT, OpenAI
This is the first in a series of blogs where I look at artificial intelligence (AI) beyond the horizon. To do so, I must present the evidence that takes us to the horizon and then, using both experience and imagination,...

Progressive peri-orbital swelling over three years: a rare complication of HA dermal filler injection treated successfully by hyaluronidase

1 June 2022 | | PMFA - Oculoplastic, PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine
The term ‘tear trough’ was first introduced by Flowers in 1969 to describe the deformity that leads to lower eyelid depression. It was proposed that the defect was due to a muscular defect between the angular head of the quadrates...

Aesthetic restoration following GLP-1 agonist–induced facial volume loss

3 October 2025 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology, PMFA - Facial Plastic Surgery
GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Rybelsus®) have significantly improved the management of obesity and type 2 diabetes, providing effective weight loss and cardiometabolic benefits. However, as their use becomes more widespread, there has been an increase in...

DermaFocus introduces the First Polynucleotide and Hyaluronic Acid Combination Product to the UK

22 March 2023 | Research & Development, Contracts & Distributors
The UK’s leading polynucleotide distributor DermaFocus has added an innovative new product to its portfolio to complement its existing regenerative range.

Groundbreaking Longevity, Menopause & Regenerative Aesthetics Symposium Coming To Dublin

4 June 2025 | Research & Development
Date: Sunday 13th July 2025Time: 9:30am – 2:00pm Venue: Radisson Blu St. Helen’s Hotel, Dublin Tickets: smartaestheticsacademy.com Smart Aesthetics Academy is proud to announce the Longevity, Regenerative Aesthetics & Menopause Symposium, a unique half-day event bringing together medical experts, aesthetic...

Introducing NEW additions to the Dr Somji Pro-Active Skincare range

12 November 2025 | Research & Development
Internationally renowned cosmetic surgeon Dr Munir Somji and skin expert Henal Somji unveil four new additions to the Dr Somji Pro-Active Skincare line. With a focus on skin health and barrier integrity, Dr Somji Pro-Active Skincare combines science-backed ingredients and...

Laser and light-based treatments for pigmented lesions

1 December 2017 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
The authors detail the types of lasers and light-based devices that can be used in the treatment of epidermal and dermal pigmentations. Skin colour differences have, for centuries, been associated with the economic, political and social status of a person;...

Melasma treatment – what have we achieved in 42 years?

1 April 2019 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
Melasma is a hyperpigmentation disorder which has been the subject of intense research over the last 40 years. As yet no definitive therapeutic strategy has been demonstrated to eradicate it or to avoid relapse. The author provides an up to...