Aesthetics

Glynis R. Ablon, M.D., spoke at the 18th annual South Beach Symposium in Miami about why microneedling with radiofrequency is an effective way to combat signs of aging skin. According to Dr. Ablon, benefits include minimal downtime and risk versus other options. 

Staying calm during the time of COVID-19 is an important component in the self-quarantine and social distancing experience. Here's what the Aesthetic Authority's advisory board is doing to stay grounded.

This week, Allure explains telemedicine and reasons for always wearing SPF, even indoors. Self questions a COVID-19 vaccine, and the effectiveness of pimple patches, while Shape explains Nutrafol for hair and Real Simple talks keloid scar prevention. As a bonus, Elle demonstrates that the Brits can still find the funny in even the bleakest times of Coronavirus.

As COVID-19 keeps the office closed, staying connected to patients and scenario planning for the post-pandemic are key to getting your practice back on its feet when restrictions lift.

It is important for clinicians to stay abreast with the latest data coming out of trials and individually consult their hair loss patients accordingly on a case by case basis, says this expert.

The “right” treatment isn’t surgical or nonsurgical: It’s the one that is best for your patients, meets their expectations and provides longevity.

Could COVID-19-induced shutdowns come to an end whether the virus has peaked or not? Physicians weigh in.

Removing blood and contaminants during fat processing removes a significant volume before arriving at pure fat, but it's absolutely crucial for optimal results.

Despite issues with processing and predictability with fat grafting, Kamakshi Zeidler, M.D., believes long-term results and near-future technologies secure its place in aesthetics.

In this weekly report, we curate a list of consumer media articles on aesthetic topics to keep you up-to-date with what your patients are reading. Here is the March 23 edition:

Catherine Maley offers valuable advice for building your prospective patient list by implementing a strategic virtual consultation plan.

A federal district court in California has granted Cutera Inc. a temporary restraining order against Lutronic Aesthetics Inc. from using any of Cutera’s confidential, proprietary or trade secret information.

In this Cosmetic Conundrum article, Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., discusses how cosmeceuticals can be modified to address the diurnal variation in skin needs that occur during the body's circadian rhythm.

Galderma has announced a plan to expand their aesthetic portfolio by enhancing their ASPIRE Galderma Rewards mobile app, investing in their salesforce and collaborating with a skin care company.

From neck and jawline definition to bra line and breast laxity, radio frequency energy has a solid place in one surgeon's office for nonsurgical skin tightening.

Where does COVID-19 leave the cosmetic medical practice? According to Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, it’s important to stay in contact with patients via technology like virtual consults and implement procedures to keep both physicians and patients safe.

Maximizing results and safety of aggressive resurfacing procedures requires painstaking postprocedural care, says Dallas-based plastic and reconstructive surgeon A. Jay Burns, M.D.

According to Dr. Gregory Buford, blending RF into the aesthetic surgical practice helps to meet the rising demand for nonsurgical body contouring treatments.

Unscrupulous skin lightening practices are becoming a problem in the United States, according to dermatologist Arianne Shadi Kourosh, M.D., MPH.

In this weekly report, we curate a list of consumer media articles on aesthetic topics to keep you up-to-date with what your patients are reading. Here is the March 16 edition:

Soliton recently announced that the FDA has given their Generation II RAP device special 510(k) premarket notification clearance as an adjunct to lasers for tattoo removal, with a planned commercial launch in mid-2020.

With a scientific understanding of the skin microbiome taking the potential for modulation into new territories, now is the time for understanding, applying and developing products that influence the skin’s health through the microbiome.

Soliton has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. FDA for its Generation II Rapid Acoustic Pulse (RAP) device for tattoo removal.

While clinical data support certain oral and topical pre-, pro- and postbiotic products for some dermatologic conditions, Dr. Anna Chacon examines potential applications in the aesthetic specialty.

In this weekly report, we curate a list of consumer media articles on aesthetic topics to keep you up-to-date with what your patients are reading. Here is the March 9 edition:

Dr. Richard Gentile discusses his UltraLift technique, which uses ultrasound technology to dissect the layers of the face and neck for surgical lifting with less risk and better results.

In part 2 of this 2-part series on nutraceuticals, Dr. Linkov discusses the role of supplements as a complementary treatment to PRP and the need for further studies examining ingredient relationships in marketed products.

Hair loss treatment continues to carve out a place in the aesthetic practice, as does interest in complementary treatment options such as nutraceuticals for hair loss-related deficiencies.

Cynosure’s four-mode radiofrequency microneedling device, Potenza, offers the ability to perform both deep and shallow treatments with a single system.

New York city cosmetic dermatologist Michele Green, M.D., says having a muscle stimulating device can boost a practice’s bottom line but that’s not a given.