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Using erythema-directed digital photography in patients with rosacea

1 August 2019 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology, PMFA - Imaging
The authors, from the University of Catania in Italy, discuss the promise that erythema-directed digital photography is showing in the clinical evaluation and targeted treatment of rosacea. Rosacea is a common chronic inflammatory facial condition that can lead to significant...

In conversation with Professor David Sines

1 August 2018 | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
In January 2016 a new voluntary regulatory register was established – the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), chaired by Professor David Sines. Since that time the JCCP has met with challenges from many within the aesthetics industry. We spoke...

Introducing MAPP: The Medical Aesthetic Prescribing Programme empowering aesthetic nurses across the UK

14 August 2023 | aesthetic surgery, medical aesthetics, aesthetic nurses, MAPP
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Medical Aesthetic Prescribing Programme (MAPP), a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide comprehensive education and support for aesthetic nurses aspiring to become prescribers.

Which patients are more likely to have postoperative pulmonary complications after major head and neck?

1 August 2017 | | PMFA - Maxillofacial Surgery
Postoperative pulmonary complications (PPC) following major head and neck surgery are frequently encountered. Indeed, surgery in the head and neck area itself has been identified as a risk factor for these complications. Microvascular reconstruction is a widely accepted and proven...

Orthognathic surgery for OSAS

1 December 2014 | | PMFA - Maxillofacial Surgery
Orthognathic surgery is developing as a viable and long-lasting treatment option for obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS). There have been a growing number of publications that report the benefit of using conventional orthognathic techniques for OSAS. In the present retrospective...

Periocular burns: a literature review of classification, management protocols and outcomes of treatment

1 February 2022 | | PMFA - General Plastic Surgery, PMFA - Oculoplastic
The author provides a review of the current literature regarding the principles of classification, management protocols of acute ocular and periocular burns and the role of the burn and oculoplastic surgeon involved in their care. More than two-thirds of facial...

The applications of mesotherapy in aesthetic medicine

10 October 2017 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
Mesotherapy is a modern form of therapy that consists of injecting medicines, vitamins and minerals as close as possible to the area that needs treatment. It is an astonishingly effective technique in aesthetic medicine as it treats layers of the...

How I Do It - Performing a mastopexy or reduction using Breform™ mesh

1 August 2016 | | Breast Surgery
Gravity defying breast surgery – the Holy Grail for breast surgeons. Repeat ptosis and pseudoptosis are significant problems facing patients and surgeons after breast reduction and mastopexy. Further surgery to correct this can be challenging, with increased complications, and the...

Rejuvenation of the forehead: correction of the frontal concavity

1 June 2016 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
During the ageing process, many different anatomical changes contribute to the aged appearance of the face [1]. Focusing on the forehead, typical age-related changes are regression of the hairline, solar damage, skin laxity, dynamic wrinkles, reduction of fat and bone...

Ultrasound use in non-surgical, aesthetic medicine clinics

3 October 2023 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine
The use of ultrasound in hospital settings is widespread, however, while the use in aesthetic clinics is in its infancy, it’s steadily increasing [1]. This rise in popularity is a result of an increased desire for safety and accuracy of...

Lymphoedema surgical treatment: myths and facts

1 February 2017 | | PMFA - General Plastic Surgery
Lymphoedema is a common condition that has a major impact on quality of life. Surgical treatment can help affected patients and produce good results, but there is no consensus on which surgical procedure is the most effective. The authors review...

Focus on Plasma: The application of plasma devices in aesthetic medicine

1 June 2017 | | PMFA - Aesthetic Medicine, PMFA - Dermatology
AESTHETIC FOCUS Plasma: An ionised gas consisting of positive ions and free electrons in proportions resulting in more or less no overall electric charge, typically at low pressures (as in the upper atmosphere and in fluorescent lamps) or at very...