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THE Asian Aesthetic Forum Unites Leading Physicians and Key Industry ExecutivesTo succeed, every industry depends on a close relationship between manufacturers and the users of their products. The medical aesthetic industry is no exception. Tremendous advancements in aesthetic treatments over the last decade are the result of informed risk-taking, technological brilliance and superb clinical acumen. At the World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) in Seoul, Korea (May, 2011), the strength of the manufacturer-physician partnership was clearly revealed. > Download full article |
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Researcher Examines the World of Fake Injectable ProductsIn the world of aesthetics, manufacturers of quality products have taken considerable time and effort, as well as investing much money, to get their products to market. Now, the dubious world of fake facial injectables has arrived. Counterfeit products are out there and easily found. You don't have to look too far on the Internet before you find them. My hunt began on a prominent search engine, through a sponsored link that took me straight to the supplier's website, based apparently in New Zealand. What I found was a complete do-it-yourself (DIY) kit for patients to self-inject at home. > Download full article |
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Scientific Innovators Drive New Trends in Medical AestheticsAll aesthetic procedures are founded on paradigms - basic beliefs in how skin interacts with energy-based devices, neurotoxins, dermal fillers and topical agents. At some point, these concepts developed into the standard of care. For example, a decade ago, the gold stan- dard for eradication of facial rhytides was full-face CO2 ablation. The typical approach to treating facial laxity was a surgical face-lift. While these single option treatments are still an important part of a physician's clinical armamen- tarium, they exist in a field dominated by multiple approaches to facial and body rejuvenation. > Download full article |
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IMCAS Asia 2011 Empowers Physicians to Reach New Levels of Professional PerformanceSimilar to physical cross-training that builds a stronger athlete, medical aesthetic cross-training among cosmetic and plastic surgeons, dermatologists and other experts in the field, creates a more competent physician. With the right envi- ronment new levels of professional perfor- mance can be achieved, as was the case at the 5th annual International Master Course on Aging Skin (IMCAS) Asia meeting held July 17 — 19, 2011, at the Suntec Convention Center in Singapore. > Download full article |
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Researcher Predicts Future Generations of NeurotoxinsFirst generation botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) products — Dysport® from Ipsen (Paris, France) and BOTOX from Allergan (Irvine, California, U.S.) — have been available for therapeutic uses for over 20 years. During this time, their applications have widened, mostly through off-label applications by pioneering clinicians. In Europe, these first generation products were transformed for aesthetic use. Galderma (Lausanne, Switzerland) and Allergan presented lower dose formulations of Dysport and BOTOX in the form of Azzalure and Vistabel, respectively. > Download full article |
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IMCAS Cultivates Potential of India's Emerging Aesthetic MarketAcknowledging the potential of India's aesthetic market, the International Master Course on Aging Skin (IMCAS) will once again offer an engaging program promoting science and innovation across all segments of medical aesthetics. To stay at the forefront of evolving technology and medical education, IMCAS continues to pursue emerging markets for plastic surgery and cosmetic dermatology. It is impossible to ignore that India is one such place. > Download full article |
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Innovations in Aesthetic Technology: Precision and Refinement Precision and Refinement Distinguish Current Generation of Aesthetic ProductsIt can be argued that many of the major improvements in healthcare, aesthetics in particular, have come from the standardization of treatment protocols. As science becomes better understood, there is a natural process of technique refinement and advancement. While devices such as intense pulsed light (IPL), fractional resurfacing and radiofrequency (RF), have been optimized for safety and efficacy, new treatment approaches, such as skin tightening via RF or focused ultrasound transducers have emerged. > Download full article |
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ICAD 2012 Emphasizes Science of Aesthetic and Anti-Aging MedicineFrom January 19th - 21st, 2012, physicians of various medical aesthetic specialties from around the world will descend on Bangkok, Thailand to participate in the highly anticipated, second International Congress of Aesthetic Dermatology (ICAD). The scientific platform offered this year is set to surpass all expectations, offering physicians insight into novel procedures currently being practiced, as well as a preview of up-and-coming innovative techniques and treatments. > Download full article |
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22nd World Congress of Dermatology Embraces the World of AestheticsThrough the use of adult stem cells, regenerative medicine is a revolutionary approach to treating many degenerative conditions that occur with age, including the appearance of aging. This field joins nearly all disciplines of science and holds the realistic promise of repairing damaged tissue by harnessing the body's ability to heal itself. While most every degenerative disease is being studied for potential treatment with stem cell therapy, regenerative medicine has also attracted attention for its newfound ability to improve aesthetic enhancements such as autologous fat grafting and skin rejuvenation. > Download full article |
FAll EDITORIALSCell Fusion C Skincare Serves as Perfect Complement to Professional TreatmentsDermatologists, plastic surgeons, cosmetic physicians and skincare experts all share a similar goal – to have their patients participate in a home-use skincare rejuvenation program specific to their individual needs. These same clinicians are also looking for the best topical products to use pre and post treatment with energy-based devices such as fractional resurfacing, intense pulsed light or radiofrequency (RF). > Download full article RevLite Q-switched Laser Effectively Clears Acne ScarringRevLite®, from Cynosure, Inc. (Westford, Massachusetts, U.S.) is considered by many to be a solution for a number of indications in modern aesthetic medicine. This state-of-the-art, Q-switched Nd:YAG laser powered device allows physicians to treat patients of every skin type, safely and effectively, all from one platform. > Download full article DMT Evolves into Total Solution Provider for Aesthetic Practitioners in AsiaIn 2003, Dynamic Medical Technologies (DMT) was founded by the Excelsior Healthcare Group, a leader in fields such as hemodialysis, ophthalmology, surgical procedures and aesthetic medical indications. As a publicly listed company in Taiwan, Excelsior Healthcare Group was developed through an integration strategy combining both medical services and product distribution in key specialties. > Download full article Black Market Products Threaten Future of Burgeoning Medical Aesthetic IndustryIn a global economy preoccupied with brand, certain leading companies are frequently targeted for copying. Aesthetic products are no exception. While wearing a counterfeit scarf, carrying a knock-off purse or watching a bootlegged DVD violates the original manufacturer's intellectual property – this is not potentially life threatening. Conversely, injecting an illegally manufactured neurotoxin or dermal filler can have very serious consequences. > Download full article Strong Work Ethic Cultivates Leader in Medical AestheticsMention the name Innomed in the Asian aesthetic industry and two words come to mind – David Loo. In fact, David Loo is so synonymous with this industry in Southeast Asia, that few do not know this self-made business man. > Download full article Industry SceneDrawing inspiration and direction from the International Master Course on Aging Skin (IMCAS) Paris meeting, IMCAS Asia, which took place July 17 – 19, 2011 at the Suntec Convention Center in Singapore, assembled experts from around the world to promote innovation and education in medical aesthetics across the Asia-Pacific region. > Download full article JMEC Spreads Hope After TragedyHow people respond to tragedy tells you a lot about their character and values. It is no different with a company. In the wake of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami that devastated parts of Japan, the entire JMEC (Tokyo, Japan) team dedicated their full attention to determining how they could support their customers during this difficult time. Each department was asked to come up with one tangible measure of assistance. > Download full article JOYMG Increases Product Offerings in KoreaThe Korean marketplace for aesthetics has some unique features. For one, consumers are very sensitive and responsive to the latest aesthetic trends. For another, Korean physicians strive to offer innovation, but they also are keen on selecting products that have strong scientific rationale and data to prove claims. > Download full article Korean Plastic Surgery Society Sets New Standards in Aesthetic ProceduresThere is a reason that Korea's beauty aesthetic, as represented in magazines, movies and the internet, has spread like wildfire throughout AsiaPacific. Very simply, it is the quality and skill level of the country's specialty trained plastic surgeons. These physicians share the latest treatment methods, critique and improve each other's work, dedicate time and effort to teach residents and fellows, and pioneer new techniques for the face and body. > Download full article High Speed LightSheer Duet Enables Customized Hair RemovalConsidered by many as a new gold standard in hair removal, the advent of the LightSheer Duet platform from Lumenis, Ltd. (Beijing, China) is a milestone in laser hair epilation treatments. The LightSheer Duet offers two treatment approaches on one platform: the highly regarded LightSheer ET with high fluence, contact cooling and 9 x 9 mm spot size; and the new LightSheer HS (high speed) with low fluence, innovative vacuum assist and 22 x 35 mm spot size handpiece – the largest of any laser hair removal system. > Download full article INFINI Offers Novel Dual-Mode RF for Skin RejuvenationSkin rejuvenation using fractional radiofrequency (RF) energy is a fast growing technology in aesthetic medicine. INFINI from Lutronic Corporation (Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea) is a dual-mode fractional RF system providing excellent clinical outcomes with high power and minimal downtime. > Download full article Merz Aesthetics Continues to Expand Across Asia-PacificMerz Aesthetics (San Mateo, California, U.S.) is gaining a strong foothold in the Asian aesthetic market with its two core products, the dermal filler Radiesse™ and injectable neurotoxin Xeomin™. As an innovative and technologically advanced manufacturer of neurotoxins and dermal fillers, Merz aims to further strengthen its standing by offering customers continued support and attractive products in the future. > Download full article Merz Asia Pacific Facilitates Personal and Professional Growth for Women in AestheticsDuring the 22nd World Congress of Dermatology, which took place in May 2011 in Seoul, Korea, Merz Asia Pacific (Singapore) sponsored a mentoring event for women dermatologists in the Asia-Pacific region, with a meeting titled: Eat Pray Succeed. This event featured presentations by successful dermatologists including Julie MinChee Wu, M.D., from Taipei, Taiwan; Heidi A. Waldorf, M.D., director of Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology and associate clinical professor in the department of dermatology, Mount Sinai Hospital (New York, New York, U.S.); Susan H. Weinkle, M.D., affiliate clinical professor, University of South Florida, (Bradenton, Florida, U.S.); and Sabine Zenker, M.D., from the Dermatology Surgery Clinic in Munich, Germany. > Download full article Merz Aesthetics Presents Global Convergence of BeautyIs beauty different in the eyes of plastic surgeons versus dermatologists? Does the concept of beauty vary in the east and west? Expert dermatologists and plastic surgeons from these two regions convened at a symposium organized by Merz and Merz Aesthetics during the 22nd World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) in Seoul, Korea to answer these questions. > Download full article Obagi Nu-Derm System Demonstrates Consistent Efficacy in Melasma TxSkin pigmentation is an aesthetic concern that does not discriminate. The Obagi Nu-Derm System® from Obagi Medical Products, Inc. (Long Beach, California, U.S.) is a hydroquinone skincare system offering excellent treatment of photodamage, melasma and acne scars for skin of all colors and types. Furthermore, treatment helps in preventing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), commonly observed in Asian skin. > Download full article MaxG Provides Effective Light-Based Solution for Vascular and Pigmented LesionsVascular and pigmented lesions are among the most common issues treated by an aesthetic physician. The MaxG™ Optimized Light™ handpiece from Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. (Burlington, Massachusetts, U.S.) is an extremely useful addition to Palomar platforms, proving effective when used to address these common concerns. > Download full article SCANMEDICS Offers Complete Portfolio of Leading Technologies in Australia and New ZealandIn 2010, Australia accounted for an estimated $61.1 million in total sales of aesthetic products and equipment with growth of 13.9% per year expected through 2014, according to Medical Insight's 2010 Asian Aesthetic Market Study. While the market has been dominated by neurotoxins and dermal fillers, sales of aesthetic devices comprised approximately $25 million of this amount. At 18.9%, the largest growth in device treatment categories is expected to be in body shaping / skin tightening. > Download full article SkinTyte II's Broader Spectrum of Light Achieves Superior Aesthetic OutcomesLight therapy is quickly coming of age and proving to be a great treatment option in aesthetic medicine. Sciton, Inc. (Palo Alto, California, U.S.), is leading the way in this market segment with its state-of-the-art SkinTyte™ II device. > Download full article Clear + Brilliant Helps Prevent and Postpone Signs of Skin AgingOffering patients a preventive skin rejuvenation treatment option before the signs of aging begin to appear is both smart and forward thinking. Clear + Brilliant from Solta Medical (Hayward, California, U.S.) is an ideal tool for this new indication as treatments performed early-on with this device can help aesthetic patients preserve the youthful appearance of their skin longer and help postpone the hallmark signs of skin aging. > Download full article Ultherapy Establishes Non-Invasive Skin Tightening SolutionConsidered by many as a revolutionary treatment for skin laxity, Ultherapy® from Ulthera, Inc. (Mesa, Arizona, U.S.), leads the way in non-invasive skin tightening and lifting. Depending on the degree of skin laxity, this novel device can serve as a viable treatment alternative to more traditional face-lift procedures, and can achieve a consistent lifting of facial tissues, safely and effectively. > Download full article |
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