Latest facial rejuvenation techniques

Latest facial rejuvenation techniques
Facial aesthetics has been part of human culture from time immemorial. Many dermatologists and plastic surgeons are indebted to Plato for the so-called Golden Triangle — beauty is largely concerned with symmetry and proportion. It is a widely held view that a symmetrical face is more attractive. Youthfulness is linked to attractiveness; all the attributes of beauty are attributes of youth — smooth skin, large eyes and youthful face — and youthfulness is associated with energy, fertility, sexuality, power and economic stability.
Society has seen a spiralling growth in rejuvenating cosmetic procedures. Both social and economic factors have contributed to this escalation in demand. There is the modern culture of instant gratification, easy credit, mainstream acceptance and the obsession with cosmetic and aesthetic procedures — today’s so-called youthful culture.
Facial ageing is a complex process that involves volume loss throughout the face. Ageing occurs in three dimensions, so the process of facial rejuvenation should be addressed similarly. Dermal fillers provide support for facial structures. When these fillers are used in conjunction with other agents like Botox, they reshape and rejuvenate the face. Regular treatments with these products mean that patients are assured of a more youthful look that is also relatively painless
Eyebrow lift is the latest procedure used for periorbital (around eyes) rejuvenation since brow is an important part of one’s face. The brow reflect the emotional state of an individual — a raised brow portrays elation and positive feelings and a descended brow signifies negative feelings and depression. Elevation or arching of the eyebrow is possible with a small amount of Botox. This can be combined with a dermal filler which provides an aesthetically important curve along with a required necessary lift to the brow.
Newer skin-tightening techniques like non-ablative radiofrequency produce dramatic results in the treatment of wrinkles and skin laxity. It tightens the skin and creates enhanced dermal collagen. It avoids surgery as well as post-surgery downtime. This is also the best procedure for those patients who wish to have tightening of the skin over the eyelids but are reluctant to undergo surgical blepharoplasty.
Rejuvenation using the Foto Facial procedure leaves the skin clearer, smoother, brighter, healthier and younger in looks. It can safely rejuvenate the skin anywhere on the body. The result is different from that obtained after laser resurfacing, use of non-ablative lasers, chemical peels and microdermabrasion.
Mesotherapy is the latest technique which involves microinjections of conventional homoeopathic medication and/or vitamins into the mesoderm or middle layer of the skin. The aim is to improve the ageing and sagging skin and to rejuvenate the hands and the neck. However, mesotherapy is a debatable addition.There is a lot of controversy regarding its safety, despite the fact that it is gaining popularity in the West.
The writer is Chief Dermatologist, Mohan Dai Oswal Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation, Ludhiana.