Balancing Act: Aesthetic Authority Vol.1: No.3

Wiqo explains how to see familiar ingredients in a whole new way with PRX-T33.

Hair practices can be lucrative, but smarts and know-how are essential for sustainability.

Hair loss is a hybrid disorder, requiring a medical foundation in how to diagnose hair loss and skill sets in procedural treatments.

In this Fall issue, we hear from several physicians who have not only adapted to practicing during the pandemic, but have also demonstrated that whether it's injectables, lasers, or surgery, it’s business as usual in many practices.

From shutdowns and unknowns to allaying patient fears and reclaiming professional lives, indeed, the private practice goes on.

These three tips will help patients prevent maskne.

From supplements to laser treatments, this is Dr. Suneel Chilukuri’s maskne treatment protocol.

Acne mechanica from mask wearing, or maskne, may warrant combination treatment with supplements, lasers, and topicals.

CBD shows promise, and may offer skin benefits, but scientific evidence is needed.

CBD is said to hold anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, and may help to treat dry skin, psoriasis, eczema, and acne.

Laser hair removal has changed to include safer, more effective technologies.

Despite the COVID-19 negatives, Dr. Jeffrey Dover believes it may be responsible for resetting the standard American beauty regimen.

Undefined and unregulated by the FDA, the term ‘clean’ isn’t enough to help patients select the best products for their skin.

Devices are a huge investment and deciding to bring one into your practice is significant. Three Aesthetic Authority EAB members share their favorites.

From tummy tucks to breast augmentations, Dr. Michael Kluska says newer technologies provide options for traditional mommy makeover procedures.

From changing demographics to procedure combinations and approach, Dr. Katerina Gallus says today’s mommy makeover has gotten a makeover itself.

All of your leverage is with your number one asset—patients—who will grow your practice for free if you let them.

The cosmetic surgery industry is currently in the mature marketing phase, says practice consultant Catherine Maley, who compares the old growth funnel with the new and explains how to survive in today’s marketplace.

Procedural nuances and lessons learned can help cosmetic surgeons achieve optimal aesthetic results with the surgical lip lift.

The subnasal lip lift procedure is growing in demand but requires careful patient selection.

Many nutrients in food supplements may be effective for hair health, but deficiencies vary and may require individualized treatment.

The pandemic has ushered in new and unexpected injectable trends plus enhanced protocols for ensuring physician and patient safety.

According to Dr. Suneel Chilukuri, masks make injectable treatments more difficult but he has refined a safe and effective approach.

Researchers report on a 12-week randomized, placebo-controlled, single-center study with the Canfield VISIA Complexion Analysis System to examine the effect platelet-rich fibrin matrix has on the skin.

New data suggest plastic surgeons are not only following 2017 Task Force guidelines for safer gluteal fat transfer, but the total incidence of PFE has dropped by nearly half.

Clinical data demonstrates the safety and efficacy of a single microbotox treatment for reducing facial pore size.

Study authors report on if and how social media influences the ways in which patients educate themselves and ultimately decide to have breast augmentation surgery.

Recent research findings show that botulinum toxin administered for various medical indications extends beyond control of the intended disease states, offering an antidepressant effect.

Study authors examine patient comfort and tolerability with nerve blocks for nonsurgical skin tightening with high intensity focused ultrasound.

The safety and science of a 2-chamber nitric oxide activating serum.