Aesthetic medicine
Aesthetic Medicine
Aesthetic medicine is a branch of medicine focused on enhancing cosmetic appearance through the treatment of conditions including, but not limited to, scars, skin laxity, wrinkles, moles, liver spots, excess fat, cellulite, unwanted hair, skin discoloration, and spider veins.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Aesthetic medicine encompasses both surgical and non-surgical procedures, and practitioners may utilize a combination of both to achieve the desired results. The field is broad and includes dermatology, reconstructive surgery, and plastic surgery.
Procedures[edit | edit source]
Aesthetic medicine includes a variety of procedures:
Non-Surgical Procedures[edit | edit source]
- Botulinum toxin injections (commonly known as Botox)
- Dermal fillers
- Chemical peels
- Laser hair removal
- Microdermabrasion
- Laser skin resurfacing
Surgical Procedures[edit | edit source]
Training and Certification[edit | edit source]
Practitioners of aesthetic medicine are typically trained in dermatology, plastic surgery, or cosmetic surgery. Certification and training requirements vary by country, but many practitioners undergo specialized training in aesthetic procedures.
Ethical Considerations[edit | edit source]
Aesthetic medicine raises several ethical issues, including the potential for body dysmorphic disorder, the impact of societal beauty standards, and the ethics of performing cosmetic procedures on minors.
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Illustration of a forehead flap procedure.
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