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Cosmetic Dermatology

Overview

What is Cosmetic Dermatology?

Sitting at the intersection of medical science and aesthetics, cosmetic dermatology is unlike clinical dermatology, which looks at treating active disease like eczema or skin cancer. Cosmetic dermatology mainly improves the appearance of skin, hair and nails that are otherwise considered healthy but start to show signs of ageing, damage or genetic predisposition.

The distinctions are not completely apart, however. For instance, acne is an inflammatory condition at its core but has the ability to leave scars behind, which then become a cosmetic concern. Rosacea, is known to cause redness and visible vessels, making it both a medical diagnosis and an aesthetic frustration for patients. A medical dermatologist treats things like active eczema or skin cancer, which differentiates them from cosmetic dermatologist who looks to address concerns like fine lines, volume loss, pigmentation irregularities, unwanted hair and textural roughness.

Types of Cosmetic Dermatology Treatments

Multiple procedures fall under cosmetic dermatology. Targeting broken capillaries, redness, sun damage, freckles and unwanted hair, laser and light-based therapies are known to be the most successful. For uneven texture and pigmentation, fractional lasers and IPL are used while laser hair removal remains one of the most commonly requested treatments. Another core pillar of aesthetics are injectables. Neurotoxins relax the muscles responsible for dynamic wrinkles, like crow's feet, forehead lines, and frown lines. Dermal fillers restore lost volume in the cheeks, soften nasolabial folds and enhance lip definition.

Chemical peels, microneedling and radiofrequency treatments fall under skin rejuvenation techniques. In addition to stimulating collagen production, they help improve fine lines, pore size and overall radiance. Body contouring technologies are a non-surgical alternative, like cryolipolysis, that helps reduce localised fat deposits, available for patients not ready or suitable for liposuction.

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Having a specific goal in mind is important before consulting with a cosmetic dermatologist. Those looking to soften a line, lift a patch of melasma, remove a tattoo can all be helped cosmetically. A cosmetic dermatologist can also help patients who arrive at the clinic, with a general sense that their skin no longer reflects how they feel.

When a concern has become persistent enough to think about regularly, visiting a doctor can be helpful. Flushing of the face that keeps getting worse, difficulty fading dark spots with over-the-counter creams can be addressed. Hair thinning that is progressing is also treated.

Significant improvement can be achieved through cosmetic dermatology, although it cannot however, stop time or deliver perfection. Being realistic is important for both doctors and patients. Patients who come in with clear, reasonable goals and a willingness to commit to a course of treatment are the ones who leave our cosmetic dermatology centre happiest.

A patient's skin type, past treatments, sun exposure habits alongside their skincare routine are essential components for diagnosis. We assess skin tone, thickness, elasticity and any lesions that may need biopsy before cosmetic work proceeds through a physical examination. For wrinkles for instance, we look at dynamic versus static wrinkles, the former caused by muscle movement, the latter by collagen loss. Bone structure and fat distribution are also evaluated, because, for instance a hollow temple is often a matter of volume, not just skin quality.

We use photography, high-resolution images from multiple angles, allowing us to objectively track progress. This level of documentation is often the first sign they are in serious hands, to help patients seeking a cosmetic dermatology clinic near them.

  • Facial ageing and volume loss: wrinkles, fine lines, hollowed cheeks, tear troughs
  • Pigmentation disorders: melasma, sunspots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
  • Vascular lesions: thread veins, rosacea, cherry angiomas
  • Acne scarring: rolling, boxcar, and icepick scars
  • Unwanted facial and body hair
  • Skin laxity: loose skin on face, neck, abdomen, inner arms
  • Localised fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise
  • Surgical and traumatic scars, keloids
  • Tattoo removal
  • Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)

Medical-grade results require medical-grade standards and at NMC we provide this. Our cosmetic dermatology clinic, as opposed to a spa environment, operates within a fully accredited healthcare facility which is staffed by specialist dermatologists and registered nurses trained in aesthetic medicine.

Certain medications, skin types and medical histories preclude specific treatments, and safety is a big part of our practice. A patient may present with a specific concern in mind, but the most effective treatment isn't always the one they walked in requesting and we are transparent about this. Skin ageing rarely happens in isolation. Rather than treating the symptoms, we address the root cause which often allows us to deliver a more natural, longer-lasting result which is what we aim for.

With well maintained and current technology, we house fractional lasers, RF microneedling and cryolipolysis at our facilities. Conservative in the best sense, our dermatologists are transparent, informing patients when a treatment is unnecessary. They also manage expectations and results. Patients searching for a cosmetic dermatology Abu Dhabi or cosmetic dermatology centre in Dubai often arrive at our clinics and stay with us because we under-promise and over-deliver.

We coordinate care internally for patients requiring input from other specialties. This may be plastic surgery for excess skin, endocrinology for hormonally driven hair loss and more across NMC's network in the UAE.

Holding international certifications from the American Board of Dermatology and the Royal College of Physicians (UK), our dermatologists are board-certified specialists. Supporting them are laser therapists and aesthetic nurses who've undergone rigorous internal credentialing.

Our consultants, being clinicians first, don't opt for high treatment volumes. They work intentionally through appropriate patient selection, subtle results and long-term relationships. They are adept at managing the psychological aspects of appearance medicine as well. The experience is consistent as are the results, for those seeking a cosmetic dermatology clinic near them within the NMC network. The same thorough consultation process with the same emphasis on safety and consent is offered to patients, where medical standards aren't compromised, whether in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah or the UAE.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on the individual, tolerance varies. With some injectables, brief pinching can be felt while lasers feel like a rubber band snap. We use topical anaesthetics to maximise comfort alongside cooling devices and nerve blocks.
Some treatments have none. Several days of redness and peeling can be expected after fractional laser or deep peels and we are transparent about this beforehand.
A very few cosmetic treatments are permanent, with Botox wearing off and fillers absorbed. Laser hair reduction is long-term however, permanence is not guaranteed. Although indefinite, durable improvements are seen with collagen-stimulating treatments.
Dermatology is slightly more superficial, focusing on skin quality and surface. Surgery is a lot more invasive, looking into excess tissue and anatomical repositioning. The best result comes from both, sequentially. Cosmetic procedures can have limits, and our consultants are open and transparent when this is the case.
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