Understanding facial ageing
The new year is a great time to revisit the process of facial ageing and why my patients present to me with particular concerns about the changes they have noticed.
Treating the smile lines
With Dr. Emma, Cosmetic Physician
As we age, the skin around the eyes thins at an accelerated rate compared with skin in other areas of the face. In conjunction with the repetitive contraction of orbicularis oculi, the circumferential muscles around each eye, this leads to radial lines at rest which fan out like “crow’s feet”.
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“Contour” treatments, creating shape
Moving on from the “Foundation” treatment of the cheeks with dermal filler, comes “Contour” treatments including the temples, chin and jawline. Dr Mauricio De Maio, creator of the MD Codes, considers these to be the next most important “codes” to address in a treatment plan, as they are fundamental in adding natural shape.
Dermal fillers – tips when considering treatment
Many of my patients contemplate treatment with dermal fillers for a long time before they raise the confidence to schedule a visit.
Facial Rejuvenation Treatments: the good, the bad and the ugly
As we age, anatomical changes affecting bone, fat, muscles and skin can lead to a tired, sad, angry or saggy look. Many of my patients identify with these negative emotional descriptors and visit me seeking gentle refreshment of their appearance to help generate more positive facial messages.