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Myth-Buster Masterclass Three expert practitioners debunk some of the most common misconceptions in aesthetics
Emma Coleman, aesthetic nurse, Emma Coleman Skin, London IG: @emmacolemanskin
Dr Dev Patel, aesthetic practitioner, Perfect Skin Solutions, Southsea IG: @drdevpatel1
Mrs Sabrina Shah-Desai, aesthetic oculoplastic surgeon, Perfect Eyes Ltd, London IG: @drsabrinashahdesai
“I should only get injectables when I have wrinkles”
"Getting a surgical procedure lasts forever"
DR PATEL SAYS:
MRS SABRINA SHAH-DESAI SAYS: This is unfortunately untrue! Usually, surgical procedures last between seven to 10 years and the longevity depends on the individual's ageing, for example the decrease in fat on the body and face, sagging skin. Surgery does not stop the continued facial soft tissue and bone from ageing; therefore, this will change the way the surgical results look over time. Some ‘permanent’ procedures may be naturally undone. Liposuction will remove fat deposits, but you are still likely to gain weight in the treated areas, which depending on the amount of weight gained, can make the results disappear.
This is absolutely false! There is a ‘preventative’ benefit from botulinum toxin (also known as toxin) and skin boosters. Even certain dermal fillers may boost collagen and delay the appearance of fine lines. I tell my patients to think of such treatments as an anti-wrinkle cream – you wouldn’t want to wait until you see the lines to start using it! So many patients wait until they have obvious lines and folds that are causing serious confidence issues, but often if the patient had started earlier, they would likely have never reached that stage. There is no need to start years beforehand, but if you do get in earlier rather than later, it can help prevent the lines appearing and getting as bad as they might otherwise have. If you are looking to prevent ageing, injectables that stimulate collagen and elastin production whilst increasing hydration are perfect! Skin boosters such as Belotero Revive, Profhilo and Sunekos are good options here, as well as collagen stimulating dermal fillers such as Radiesse. Of course, toxin (injected into the muscle) is great for softening and preventing large expression lines which cause wrinkles over time. 6
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“Having dermal fillers as a man will make me look feminine” NURSE COLEMAN SAYS: It is true that men have very different facial requirements and end goals to women. However, an experienced and skilled medical practitioner will know how to assess and treat all individuals appropriately and will tailor their treatment method to the patient. A
