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AlloDerm for correction of lower lid retraction

1 August 2017 | | Graves’ orbitopathy, orbital decompression, acellular human dermis, Oculoplastics, orbit
This is a retrospective review of 95 eyes of 54 patients undergoing orbital decompression for Graves’ orbitopathy. All patients had a swinging eyelid approach across the whole of the lower lid. Thirty-six eyes also had insertion of a 0.3mm thick...

The Linear Bolus Technique and other practical tips for the advanced use of non-traumatic cannulas in aesthetic medicine

1 December 2015 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dentistry
Some eight years ago, I read about non-traumatic cannulas in the brochure of a French medical supplies company. I was fascinated by the elegance of these instruments, as they respect the integrity of the tissues by not cutting through them....

A suggested management pathway for rhinophyma and benign superficial skin lesions that includes the use of plasma

1 November 2018 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology, Facial Plastic Surgery, Rhinoplasty, ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES
Rhinophyma is an aesthetic embarrassment to many people. It is the result of sebaceous gland hyperplasia within the skin over the alar cartilages of the nose. It has a familial tendency and in addition to being unsightly it can commonly...

Platysma muscle use for oral sphincter substitution or countering excessive pull of a free muscle, following facial palsy

1 October 2013 | | Facial Plastic Surgery | Drooling, Facial palsy, Platysma transfer for counter-balance excessive free muscle pull, Platysma transfer for oral sphincter substitution
The use of the platysma muscle as a pedicled ‘apron’ flap in order to minimise the overactivity of a free muscle transfer, used in the treatment of facial palsy, is described in admirable detail. The successful results are carefully assessed...

How I Do It - Skin peeling

1 August 2015 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
For thousands of years chemical peels have been used for ameliorating the signs of photoageing, reducing scarring and skin lightening. The term ‘chemical peel’ is both loose and frightening to consumers. Some patients only think of the images they see...

How I Do It - Bio-remodelling of the face and neck

2 August 2023 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
- VIDEO CONTENT AT BOTTOM OF ARTICLE - Profhilo® is a unique hybrid complex of high molecular weight, 1100-1400kDal (long chain) H-HA and low molecular weight, 80-100kDal (short chain) L-HA pure hyaluronic acid. A propriety process of thermal relaxation and...

Luminescens® protocol: an efficient tool against recurrent melasma

26 March 2024 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
Melasma is a hyperpigmentary skin disease with a complex multifactorial pathogenesis which is not yet well understood. Risk factors include a genetic predisposition, sun exposure, stress, medications, and pregnancy [1]. It is clinically characterised by asymptomatic light to dark brown...

How I Do It - Hyaluronic acid in anti-ageing

1 December 2017 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
Dr Irfan Mian, Cosmetic Physician specialising in non-surgical aesthetic treatments, provides readers with a comprehensive guide to his preferred product and procedure in dealing with ageing skin. The product Hyaluronic acid (HA) or hyaluronan, a glycosaminoglycan, is the main molecule...

How I Do It - Approaches to lip augmentation: Perioral rejuvenation – a multi-product approach

1 October 2018 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
A video of the authors demonstrating the procedure is available at the bottom of this article When approaching the lip and perioral area it is important to be aware that many non-surgical interventions may be used to treat this area....

HA dermal filler with lidocaine: initial clinical outcomes

1 August 2015 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural occurring body polysaccharide essential for various body functions, present in connective tissues, skin, vitreous humour of eye, extracellular matrix, synovial fluid, etc [1]. It was first isolated in bovine vitreous by Mayer and Palmer...

Oral supplementation for skin health and rejuvenation

1 December 2017 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
Lauren Jamieson explores the increasing evidence behind the role of supplements in skin health – an exciting development in the world of aesthetic medicine. The fact that lifestyle factors – and diet most especially – have a profound influence on...

How I Do It - Body contouring using EndyMed 3DEEP

1 December 2014 | | Aesthetic Medicine
At Temple Medical we use EndyMed 3DEEP radiofrequency to deliver clinically significant and long-lasting improvements in cellulite and lax, sagging skin on the body without pain or downtime. Skin laxity is caused by a decrease in the quantity and function...