LIFESTYLE
Beautiful YOU
THE POWER OF
Prevention BY TARYN KENDRICK, PA-C
The rapidly growing field of aesthetic medicine is fascinating. While considered taboo or reserved for the elite just five years ago, women and men are now embracing the concept of preventative anti-aging with open arms. Through education, social media and word of mouth, it has become evident that these treatments are not just for celebrities but for everyone hoping to age just a bit more gracefully. In years past, the aesthetic world was thought to be a way to enhance a solitary facial feature and came with the stigma that those who did have treatments would look plastic, fake and overdone. Those days are over, and it is so encouraging! With the shift toward prioritizing overall health and wellness, many are turning away from quick fixes and toward sustainable lifestyle changes. The aesthetic industry is no different! Patients have realized that prevention is much easier and more affordable than correction when it comes to anti-aging. They are excited to establish a comprehensive treatment plan that not only corrects the issues that are bothering them today, but also preserves the integrity of their skin, corrects the years of sun damage that most have accumulated and protects their face with medical grade sunscreen and scientifically proven products. Providers are taking immense pride in their work by allowing time during consultations and treatments to provide education about facial anatomy, collagen production and the importance of dermal filler placement. Dermal filler is used to lift and reposition tissue that has changed due to collagen, volume and bone loss, leaving them looking refreshed and well rested instead of overfilled with no facial movement. Ninety-nine percent of patients are not seeking to change their appearance but simply preserve and age gracefully. This is where collaborative treatment plans become essential. The power of collaboration between an aesthetic injector,
MARVEL COSMETIC MEDSPA + SURGERY 20 | AUGUST 2022
