Clinical

Combining PLLA and Skin Boosters for GLP-1 Patients

Dr Catherine Denning considers PLLA with HA skin boosters for weight-loss side effects The increasing use of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists for obesity management has transformed weight-loss outcomes for many patients.¹⁻³ While GLP-1 medication can deliver metabolic benefits, rapid …

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Exploring Injectable Amino Acid Therapy in Skin Biorestoration

Dr Olivia McCabe-Robinson examines the clinical rationale behind injectable amino acid Medical aesthetics is undergoing a philosophical reorientation. Where volumisation and neurotoxin relaxation once dominated clinical conversations, the field is increasingly oriented around tissue quality. A category of treatment referred …

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Addressing Menopausal Patients with Injectables

Dr Oscar Redman outlines a protocol of PLLA and HA fillers to treat menopausal patients Menopause is associated with a profound and measurable decline in skin quality, driven primarily by falling oestrogen levels and the subsequent loss of collagen, dermal …

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Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Periocular Area

Dr Bhavik Shah and Dr Munir Somji explore the effectiveness of PRP in the management of the periocular area Skin health is of particular interest to clinicians and patients within the field of medical aesthetics as it represents a key …

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Treating Vascular Occlusion in the Chin

Dr Maisie Bishop, nurse practitioner Kelly Turner and Dr Jordan Faulkner examine the identification and treatment pathway for a vascular complication Chin augmentation with hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal filler is a popular non-surgical treatment used to improve the length, projection, …

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A Clinical Approach to Neck Rejuvenation

Dr Rupert Critchley provides guidance on injectable neck rejuvenation and multi-modal treatment strategies Facial rejuvenation remains the primary focus of aesthetic practice, with well-established treatment frameworks and predictable outcomes. However, the neck is frequently under-treated despite being one of the …

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Treating Submental Fullness

Mr Sotirios Foutsizoglou outlines a case study treating submental fullness using both surgical and non-surgical procedures Submental fullness, also referred to as ‘double chin,’ is a common aesthetic concern. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Consumer Survey indicated that 70% …

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Understanding Facial Bone Resorption

Dr Steven Land outlines how facial bone resorption affects the ageing process When we think of ageing, our minds naturally go to the visible and more familiar signs. Fine lines forming around the eyes, sagging skin on the jawline or …

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Abstracts

A summary of the latest clinical studies Title: A Comprehensive Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction and Clinical Outcomes in Poly-L-Lactic Acid Treatments-A Randomized, Interventional, and Comparative Clinical Study Authors: Victor R M Munoz-Lora, et al. Published: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, May …

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Assessing and Managing Infraorbital Hollowing

Nurse prescriber Alice Henshaw considers common patient concerns and treatment protocols surrounding the periorbital area A frequently reported concern in aesthetic practice is the perception of fatigue despite adequate rest and general wellbeing.¹ While this complaint is subjective, it is …

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