A personal approach to aesthetic medicine can improve patient outcomes.
Helping Patients Age Well
As adults age, it is common to notice changes in the face, including fine lines and wrinkles; sagging skin; hyperpigmentation and age spots; uneven texture; dryness; and dullness. Cosmetic treatments such as wrinkle relaxers, dermal fillers, facial balancing, collagen-stimulating treatments, microneedling, chemical peels, and skin rejuvenation can help reverse these signs of facial aging, rejuvenate one’s appearance, and promote healthy skin.
Facial aging can be caused by a combination of movement, changes in facial support, volume loss, skin quality, laxity, collagen depletion, and environmental factors like sun exposure. Because of this, the aesthetic medicine industry is increasingly adopting a personalized, whole-person approach.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Unlike generic, one-size-fits-all plans, personalized treatments can cater to individual needs and goals. A careful assessment can inform a plan based on each patient, including their:
- Facial anatomy
- Skin quality
- Specific concerns
- Lifestyle
- Budget
- Desired outcome
- Long-term goals
Benefits and Outlook
By recognizing that every patient is different, a personal approach to aesthetic medicine can provide many benefits. These include:
- Tailored treatment recommendations. Examining each patient’s skin and listening to their concerns can guide providers in identifying appropriate treatment options.
- Accurate dosages. Personalization helps providers address patient concerns without overcorrecting. For example, less dermal filler or microdoses of injectables may be better suited for some patients.
- Improved outcomes. By receiving the best treatment for their skin with a customized strength or dosage, patients can enjoy natural-looking results that boost both their confidence and skin health.
- Long-lasting results. Personalized plans can map out ongoing maintenance to thoughtfully support healthy skin long term and evolve alongside patients’ skin health and goals.
An Expert Weighs In
Meet the Author
Rachel Studebaker, BA, English, Summa Cum Laude
Rachel Studebaker is a graduate of Lee University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in advertising with the distinction of summa cum laude and served as editor-in-chief of the university’s biannual magazine, The Vindagua. After graduation, Rachel joined CMC Media & Marketing Group as an editor. Today, she serves as managing editor and is responsible for leading the editorial team in the development and completion of content for 17 publications involving health & wellness, business, sports, and lifestyle published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga® and Choose Huntsville® – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee, North Georgia, and North Alabama. In addition to writing, editing, and coordinating copy, Rachel oversees networking and reputation management for the company’s publications. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, attending concerts, trying new restaurants, and traveling with her husband.
