Contents • February 2014 INSIDER 05 The Word Dr Mike Comins on developments in the aesthetics industry in 2014 06 News The latest product and industry news 12 On the Scene Dr Leah Totton’s highly anticipated clinic launch 14 News Special: Aesthetics Online Investigating new adjudications surrounding advertising in aesthetics
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CLINICAL PRACTICE 17 CPD Clinical Article Dr Raj Acquilla on the anatomy of the lower face 22 SPECIAL FOCUS: Non-surgical lower face lift Leading clinicians explain their treatments and techniques 26 Techniques Dr Linda Eve on delivering Sculptra using cannulas 28 Clinical Study A study on use of radio frequency to treat primary axillary hyperhidrosis 34 Spotlight On The benefits of the new Regenlite Transform by Dr Donna Freeman 36 Clinical Focus Dr Elisabeth Dancey explores the treatment of labia majora hypotrophy with Desirial Plus 38 Clinical Study Dr Ravi Jandhyala investigates the relationship between botulinum toxin type A and wellbeing 42 Treatment Focus Lisa Littlehales on the use of BTL’s Vanquish for uniform fat loss 43 Abstracts The latest clinical studies 45 Aesthetics Conference and Exhibition Special Focus The latest news and reasons to attend ACE 2014
IN PRACTICE 49 Revalidation for doctors and nurses Dr Paul Myers and Emma Davies share advice on how to be prepared 52 Taxing Times Accountant Ben Korklin on getting ready for tax year end 54 Learning from spas Wendy Lewis suggests taking inspiration from spas for a better patient experience 56 Dealing with Negative Reviews Tingy Simoes explains how to handle unfavourable feedback online 58 In Profile We speak to BACN vice-chair Sharon Bennett 60 The Last Word Dr Sarah Tonks shares her views on the culture of secrecy in cosmetic interventions
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Clinical contributors Dr Mike Comins is president and fellow of BCAM. He is part of the cosmetic interventions group and is an accredited trainer for advanced Vaser liposuction. Dr Raj Acquilla is a cosmetic dermatologist with over 11 years experience in facial aesthetic medicine. He is a UK ambassador and masterclass trainer in botulinum toxin and dermal fillers. Dr Elisabeth Dancey has been practising cosmetic medicine since 1993. She introduced mesotherapy to the UK having studied at Liege, Belgium. She now owns Bijoux Medi Spa in central London. Dr Linda Eve is founder and medical director of the EvenLines Clinics. She won the National Aesthetics Award for the Best UK Small Clinic for 2013-2014. Dr Donna Freeman is director of clinical research and education at Chromogenex, focusing on the development of new devices and technologies and construction of technical articles. Dr Ravi Jandhyala has over nine years experience in aesthetics. He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow and a leading voice on botulinum toxin. Lisa Littlehales is a registered nurse with 15 years experience in aesthetics. She is general manager of Harvey Nichol Knightsbridge and Beyond MediSpa Edinburgh, specialising in non-surgical treatments.
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