PATIENT EDUCATION

Is your skin often red?

Rosacea can affect both the skin’s appearance and texture. It is easily recognisable if the skin is visibly pink or red in colour, however sometimes it can present as transient redness, such as flushing with spicy food or alcohol. Quite often with rosacea, there is also an increased number of

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Top Myths About Injectables

I regularly have consultations with patients who are new to the world of injectables, and it becomes apparent that there are a number of generally held misconceptions. In this post I thought I would address the myths most commonly believed. 1. Myth: Botox and fillers work the same way. Not

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Excess Sweating – What are the options?

Excess sweating (also known as hyperhidrosis) is said to affect 3% of the population. Those unlucky enough to be affected are often constantly aware of their symptoms, and this can significantly inhibit them in their personal and professional lives. In fact, part of the consultation process I go through when

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Treatment of Skin Lesions at BrightNewMe

‘Skin lesions’ is the generic name for a wide range of lumps or bumps that appear on the skin, through a variety of different causes. Many are essentially harmless, but pigmented lesions, especially those which have changed, need to be investigated (initially by your family doctor). The warning signs for

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Allergan’s 2015 Masterclass

Earlier this month I was lucky enough to be invited by Allergan, the world’s leading manufacturer of aesthetic products (including the true original Botox), to attend their annual masterclass. Held in a prestigious London hotel, the masterclass was run by Mauricio de Maio (pictured), the world renowned plastic surgeon and

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