Non surgical and aesthetics

Some cosmetic procedures, such as Face peels and Botox injections, don’t involve surgery but this doesn’t mean they’re without risk. It’s important to use a reputable practitioner who is properly qualified.

Non-surgical cosmetic procedures involve products or techniques that make the skin look smoother, or make marks on the skin look less obvious. There are also procedures to change the way teeth look, such as making them whiter or straighter.

If you’re considering a procedure, find out what it involves, what the risks are and how much it costs. Ask about the qualifications and experience of the person who will be treating you, check out before and after pictures to decide if the practitioner can achieve the results you are looking for.

Some cosmetic procedures, such as Face Peels and Botox injections, don’t involve surgery but this doesn’t mean they’re without risk. It’s important to use a reputable practitioner who is properly qualified.

Non-surgical cosmetic procedures involve products or techniques that make the skin look smoother, or make marks on the skin look less obvious. There are also procedures to change the way teeth look, such as making them whiter or straighter.

If you’re considering a procedure, find out what it involves, what the risks are and how much it costs. Ask about the qualifications and experience of the person who will be treating you, check out before and after pictures to decide if the practitioner can achieve the results you are looking for.

 

What non-surgical treatments are there?

Non surgical or ‘aesthetic’ treatments are a less risky alternative to cosmetic surgery and pretty much all cosmetic surgery procedures  has a non surgical alternative. Its very important that you are aware of both the cosmetic surgery and non surgical alternatives.

The most popular non surgical procedure in the UK is Botox (botulinum Toxin) which is an injection to relax muscles with the view of making lines and wrinkles less obvious. Dermal fillers are injected into wrinkles or creases to fill them outchemical peels, use chemicals to remove the outer layer of skin cells, microdermabrasion, use fine crystals and a vacuum to remove dead skin cells non-surgical laser and intense light treatments, such as hair removal, beware some treatments can leave the treated area sensitive or red for days or weeks.

Where can I get a non-surgical procedure done safely?

Cosmetic injectable treatments (such as Botox) should only be carried out by an appropriately trained doctor, dentist or registered nurse in a clinical environment. Nurses must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Doctors and Dermatologists must be registered with the General Medical Council.Dentists must be registered with the General Dental Council.

Though its not illegal for a beauty therapists to inject its often riskieras they lack the necessary medical training in the event of an adverse reaction. Botox parties are a big no no, anyone offering Botox parties is acting irresponsibly and against many guidelines so please don’t get involved.

How can I find out whether the provider is safe?

 This is really difficult if we’re honest with you as there is safe and there is good. we want to help you find a good medical proactitioner. You can check on goodsurgeonguide for non surigcal and cosmetic surgery reviews. Providers of  non surgical or aesthetic cosmetic treatments don’t have to be registered with the  anyone in particular, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC is the independent regulator for health services in England.

Procedures such as teeth whitening should only be safely carried out in dental clinics by a registered cosmetic dentist.

You can be at risk of harm from procedures if they’re not performed by a medically trained professional. It’s important to research the procedure, the provider and the person who will be carrying it out.

What are the risks of non-surgical procedures?

Non-surgical procedures usually involve injections of either fillers or botulinum toxin, and carry less serious risks than surgery in general, However, over-correction can be difficult to treat, as can asymmetrical placement of the filler and allergic reactions.

You must ask what are the risks? What can go wrong? What can be done if these things happen, and making sure you discuss information about allergies and other potential complications of each filler. Usually, the manufacturers include patient information leaflets, which should cover these points.

Your risks can be minimised by choosing a reputable surgeon, doctor or established nurse practitioner working in a clinic

Do I need to see a doctor before I can get Botox?

Yes.  Previously nurses or therapists would simply call a doctor for a prescription and some money orientated doctorss would give out prescriptions without even meeting the patient and taking a medical history or allergy test.

New guidance for doctors on remote prescribing. The new guidance means that doctors  must meet with patients face to face before prescribing Botox and other injectible cosmetics, such as Dysport or Vistabel, to make sure they fully understand the patient’s medical history and reasons for wanting the treatment.