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 This article looks back at an unpublished exchange of several clinical cases encountered by Drs Marie Nichanian-Broglia, Guilhem Poron, David Rousset and Clément Guyot, and highlights best practices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.
A global approach to facial treatment in aesthetic medicine
The analysis of a face showing signs of fatigue, signs of aging, or a pejorative expression requires specific training.
The assessment can be made from top to bottom, bottom to top, right to left or left to right, but must always arrive at the same conclusions: treatment of causes and consequences.
Update on the regulation of aesthetic medical procedures in France
Following the May 31 decree restricting the purchase of hyaluronic acid for subcutaneous injections to medical doctors and dental surgeons, France’s Conseil national de l’ordre des médecins (CNOM) now recognizes an inter-university diploma (DIU) as a qualification for practicing aesthetic medicine in France.
France takes the lead in the fight against illegal injections
On Friday May 31, a decree was published in the French Journal Officiel, limiting the purchase and use of intradermal and subcutaneous hyaluronic acid to doctors and dental surgeons.
Authorizations to practice aesthetic medicine in Europe
Discover the keys to practicing aesthetic medicine in Europe: our comprehensive guide explores the legal procedures, accredited training courses and necessary authorizations. Whether you’re a new practitioner or looking to retrain, this article is your gateway to a successful career in aesthetics.
The Pioneers of Aesthetic Medicine: Interview with Dr Roland Ney and Dr Luigi Polla
Exploring the roots and recent developments of aesthetic medicine, we had the privilege of dialoguing with Dr Roland Ney and Dr Luigi Polla. Through their exceptional careers and significant advances, these pioneers have profoundly influenced the field of aesthetic medicine.
Careers in aesthetic medicine
In the ever-evolving field of aesthetic medicine, understanding the different career options and qualifications required is essential for those wishing to make their way in it. This article provides an overview of the multiple career paths, highlighting the roles, appropriate training, and regulatory standards essential for success in this specialized sector.
Botulinum protein and hyaluronic acid: what’s the difference, Doctor?
We regularly hear in consultation: “Doctor; OK for hyaluronic acid, but not botox. Hyaluronic acid is natural, we have it in our skin.”
Yes, it’s true that hyaluronic acid is present in the dermis, but that doesn’t mean that the hyaluronic acid injected for anti-aging purposes is “natural”.
