66 Minutes at SAMBA: the case of the “Gummy Smile” or why precision is everything
66 Minutes” followed a day of training at SAMBA, focusing on a case of “Gummy Smile”. Through Marion’s journey and the work of the hands-on doctors, this report shows how mastery of anatomy, precision of injection point and quality of training make all the difference in aesthetic medicine.
Biostimulation by subcutaneous injections: calcium hydroxyapatite
Injectable biostimulants such as calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA) are becoming increasingly important in aesthetic medicine. By stimulating collagen production, they offer longer-lasting, more natural results when integrated into combined protocols. This article explains how CaHA works, how it is injected, how it is diluted, the main indications and the precautions required for safe use.
Laser hair removal: principles, efficacy and medical protocols
Laser hair removal is based on selective photo-thermolysis: a technology that permanently destroys the hair bulb by targeting melanin. Find out how this treatment works, the different types of lasers used according to phototype, good practices before and after the session, and why medical expertise is essential for safe, long-lasting results.
The different types of lasers used in aesthetic medicine
Lasers play an essential role in aesthetic medicine. Their operation is based on precise physical principles enabling them to selectively target melanin, hemoglobin or water, depending on the wavelength used. Find out more about the different types of lasers, their indications and the basics required for safe, effective treatment.
All you need to know about Platelet Rich Plasma
Platelet Rich Plasma, or PRP: three words behind a technique that has found its place in traumatology, rheumatology and above all aesthetics. Derived from your blood, this platelet concentrate naturally stimulates skin regeneration, luminosity and ageing prevention.
Diluting botulinum toxin
Dilution of botulinum toxin is a key element in aesthetic medicine. Properly mastered, it enables the precision of the treatment to be adjusted according to the targeted area, optimizing the product’s diffusion and guaranteeing effectiveness, natural results and patient comfort. Understanding this balance is essential for safe practice, while meeting the specific needs of each individual.
Aesthetic medicine in all its forms
Aesthetic medicine arouses both fascination and fear. Between media excesses, preconceived ideas and misunderstood procedures, it is sometimes difficult to see clearly. This article takes a lucid, educational look at the excesses, challenges and best practices of modern, evidence-based aesthetic medicine.
Embolization in aesthetic medicine: Feedback and best practices
Arterial embolization, a taboo subject rarely discussed, is a dreaded complication in aesthetic medicine during hyaluronic acid injections. This article looks back at an unpublished exchange of several clinical cases encountered by Drs Marie Nichanian-Broglia, Guilhem Poron, David Rousset and Clément Guyot, and highlights best practices for effectively managing these delicate situations.
Weight loss and facial aging
Weight loss can accelerate the signs of aging on the face by reducing fat and bone volumes, resulting in sagging skin and ptosis. Discover how aesthetic medicine, through hyaluronic acid injections, biostimulants and biostimulation devices, can counter these effects harmoniously and restore youth and vitality to the face.
Training in aesthetic medicine in Belgium: an example to follow
Belgium is revolutionizing aesthetic medicine by combining strict regulation with excellent training. Discover how this unique model, supported by collaboration between the SBME and the SAMBA Academy, places safety and ethics at the heart of practice. An inspiration for other countries and a step towards high international standards.
