Aesthetics

This week in aesthetics, Michael Kluska, DO, discusses Morpheus8, Suneel Chilukuri, MD, highlights body contouring devices taking over the specialty in 2021, and more.

The AAD announced it will begin accepting applications soon for its 2021 Hair Loss and Alopecia Initiative in Research (HAIR) Grant Program, which focuses on helping fund research for hair disorders, especially in diverse populations.

Increasing reports have surfaced of COVID-19 vaccine recipients experiencing delayed cutaneous side effects after receiving the first dose. Experts assure that while the delayed side effect is uncomfortable, it is temporary and can be treated at home.

Joshua A. Lampert, MD, highlights power-assisted liposuction devices and new finer fat grafting harvest cannulas to help avoid exposure to ambient air.

Suneel Chilukuri, MD, discusses body contouring devices taking over the specialty in 2021.

In this monthly technology review, Michael Kluska, DO, discusses Morpheus8, a technology available in the BodyTite platform by InMode, and what settings he reaches for most often.

This week, consumer magazines predict the most popular cosmetic procedures for 2021, highlight taking care of the skin after an in-office laser treatment, and more.

This week in aesthetics, we announce our Spring issue, Randolph Waldman, MD, looks back at the past year of COVID-19 in his latest editorial, and more.

A recent study shows the link between genetic variants in skin pigmentation and vitamin D deficiency in African Americans.

William P. Weschler, MD, offers tips on understanding and complying with regulations governing regenerative medicine.

In his latest editorial, Randolph Waldman, MD, looks back at the past year of COVID-19, the initial panic, learning how to practice in a global pandemic, and the surprise of increased business.

In this Spring issue, Alex R. Thiersch highlights how physicians financially survived practice shutdowns, Brian S. Biesman, MD, shares the state of injectables in 2021, and Barbara Helena Barcaro Machado, MD, examines the efficacy of laser-assisted vitamin C with growth factor.

This week, consumer media highlights how to decide filler and Botox placement, beauty accessibility, and more.

This week in aesthetics, we discuss the EON touchless fat reduction device, reporting practice financial success during COVID-19, and more.

Jay Wofford, MD, discusses the stress of the residency match process including how it all works, tips on match do's and don'ts, self-reflection questions, and what to do if you don’t match.

In our first "Meet the Aesthetic Expert" column, Will Kirby, DO, FAOCD, talks with board-certified OB/GYN Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, about her journey to implementing aesthetic treatments in her practice, the role of educational media, and how she approaches aesthetic gynecology.

Expert offers tips on understanding and complying with regulations governing this growing sector.

A novel nutraceutical effectively and safely improves hair growth and reduces shedding for perimenopausal, menopausal, and postmenopausal women, according to a new study.

As the COVID-19 pandemic slowly starts to ease, new questions arise about legalities related to vaccine requirements and medical practice staff.

Although the pandemic brought uncertainty for many physicians and medical practices, many report financial success in 2020.

The decision between surgical and nonsurgical options for chin augmentation continues to be a debate, but according to Michael Somenek, MD, this can be easily settled with personalized patient consultation.

As EON touchless technology enters the practice, questions about how to market the procedure, comparison with competing devices, and evaluation of retail pricing, arise.

Dominion’s EON device shows safety and efficacy in subcutaneous fat reduction, according to EON study investigator, Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS.

This week, consumer magazines highlight a novel liquid eyelid lift, the cultural significance of ashiness, and more.

While radiofrequency technology continues to improve, surgical intervention still reigns supreme for eye, and neck rejuvenation.