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Psychosocial dysfunction during nasal reconstruction
Reconstructive surgery following skin cancer malignancy creates important levels of psychosocial distress, especially if it is located in an important aesthetic zone of the face like the nose. The authors present their findings of a prospective study group of patients...DermaFocus introduces the First Polynucleotide and Hyaluronic Acid Combination Product to the UK
The UK’s leading polynucleotide distributor DermaFocus has added an innovative new product to its portfolio to complement its existing regenerative range.How I Do It - Approaches to non-surgical face lifting
PDO threads By Martyn King Polydioxanone or poly-p-dioxanone (PDO, PDS) is a colourless, crystalline, biodegradable polymer of multiple repeating ether-ester units and has been used in many disciplines of surgery as subcutaneous and cutaneous stitches for over 30 years. It...Liquid Face Lift
In recent years aesthetic medicine and aesthetic surgery have been getting closer. This phenomenon is modifying our approach to patients: aesthetic medicine doctors have increased their range of treatments to include more aggressive methods, while aesthetic surgeons tend to choose...An overview of chemical peels
Chemical peels form an important part of most aesthetic and cosmetic practices. They are an affordable procedure for patients and significant results can be achieved. Generally chemical peels are a safe procedure, but only if used correctly and with caution....
Oral photoprotection
The author presents an insightful review of the benefits of systemic photoprotection through orally ingested nutrients, advocating a need for a greater level of protection against free-radicals. Vitamin C is discussed in relation to its role in immune function, collagen...Medical tattooing for a better life
Dermatography (medical tattooing), was first documented in the 19th century, and is nowadays frequently performed for nipple reconstruction after mastectomy. Despite its popularity in the field of breast reconstruction, this procedure is not used on a broad scale in any...
Chemical peels
Chemical peels are methods of skin resurfacing, and date back to ancient Egypt. Chemicals are applied and induce injury at specific depths in skin; the wound promotes collagen remodelling and improved surface appearance. There are three types: superficial, medium and...
