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Can Botulinum Toxin Beat The Blues?
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

Can Botulinum Toxin Beat The Blues?

DR ALISTAIR MCALPINE reports on how the use of botulinum toxin injectables may assist in the treatment of depression and anxiety.

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Winter 2017 - Issue 22
Lip Fillers - The Art And Science Behind A Natural Result
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

Lip Fillers - The Art And Science Behind A Natural Result

DR WADE MERCHANT provides tips for both doctor and patient on how to achieve a perfect, natural looking pout with lip fillers.

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Winter 2017 - Issue 22
The Telomere Effect
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

The Telomere Effect

Ageing is a relentless process. Yet why are some people healthy, alert and even running marathons into their 80s, while some far younger people look old, feel exhausted and are mentally clouded? DR CATHERINE DAVIES explains how part of this answer may lie in our telomeres.

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Winter 2017 - Issue 22
The Non-Surgical Facelift Of Choice
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

The Non-Surgical Facelift Of Choice

Ultherapy is making its mark amongst Hollywood stars as the ‘non-invasive facelift’, keeping most guessing what its gravity defying secret is.

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Winter 2017 - Issue 22
Penn Surgeon Develops Reconstructive Surgery For Victims Of Female Genital Mutilation
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Penn Surgeon Develops Reconstructive Surgery For Victims Of Female Genital Mutilation

A new reconstructive surgical procedure developed by a surgeon at Penn Medicine's Center for Human Appearance in Pennsylvania, US, can increase the sexual function of patients who have undergone female genital mutilation. 

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A2 TRADE Complimentary Magazine (Issue 2) – 2017
EU Takes Steps To Improve Breast Implant Safety
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EU Takes Steps To Improve Breast Implant Safety

The European Parliament has recently adopted measures to improve medical safety in the wake of the worldwide scare over faulty breast implants from France. The measures adopted after nearly five years of debate, aim to ensure devices like breast and hip implants can be traced, meet EU patient safety requirements, and face tighter approval procedures. 

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A2 TRADE Complimentary Magazine (Issue 2) – 2017
Do You Choose Your Patients? Or Do They Choose You?
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Do You Choose Your Patients? Or Do They Choose You?

While related, they are two distinct entities. To be successful takes equal commitment from both the doctor and the patient,

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A2 TRADE Complimentary Magazine (Issue 2) – 2017
How To Purchase Equipment For Your Practice
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How To Purchase Equipment For Your Practice

If you are keen to introduce an energy platform into your practice, you need to dedicate time, effort and energy to reeducate yourself and staff as to the intricacies of your new treatment modality, advises.

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A2 TRADE Complimentary Magazine (Issue 2) – 2017
Aesthetic Medicine In The Golden Years
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Aesthetic Medicine In The Golden Years

With the fastest growing age demographic in the developed world being age 65 and above, the older patient is thus a vital part of an aesthetics practice. DR DEBBIE NORVAL advises on how best to embark on a sensitive and age-appropriate aesthetics plan for the elderly patient.

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A2 TRADE Complimentary Magazine (Issue 2) – 2017
The Telomere Effect
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

The Telomere Effect

Ageing is a relentless process. Yet why are some people healthy, alert and even running marathons into their 80s, while some far younger people look old, feel exhausted and are mentally clouded? DR CATHERINE DAVIES explains how part of this answer may lie in our telomeres.

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A2 TRADE Complimentary Magazine (Issue 2) – 2017
Body Contouring Is Only For The Rich And Insured
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Body Contouring Is Only For The Rich And Insured

According to a recent study, less than 6% of patients opt for plastic surgery after bariatric procedures.

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Spring 2017 - Issue 23
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

Reshape Your Jawline Without Surgery

Excessive chewing of food, habitual jaw clenching and the grinding of teeth all tend to overwork the jaw muscles – which can create a masculine appearance and square jawline. Fortunately, this can be treated with botulinum toxin injections.

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Spring 2017 - Issue 23
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

Unpacking Botulinum Toxin

Botulinum toxin has been used for more than 30 years in not only aesthetic medicine, but also as a treatment for medical conditions such as excessive sweating, migraines, cerebral palsy with muscle spasms and after strokes.

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Spring 2017 - Issue 23
Hunger Alert Putting Hormones To The Test
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Hunger Alert Putting Hormones To The Test

Could inhibiting the hunger hormone, ghrelin, successfully reduce the desire to overeat? Professor Tess van der Merwe believes this to be premature in the light of current scientific evidence.

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Autumn 2017 - Issue 21
Zero Sensation - After-effects of Breast Reconstruction Surgery
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Zero Sensation - After-effects of Breast Reconstruction Surgery

A loss of sensation has been reported by patients who have had breast reconstruction surgery – so much so, that some women have even unwittingly burnt themselves with heating pads post op, simply because they weren’t adequately warned. So it pays to know what to expect after your reconstruction or reduction. 

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Autumn 2017 - Issue 21
Fat-Melting Topical Creams Hope Or Hype?
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Fat-Melting Topical Creams Hope Or Hype?

With the emergence of topical creams that promise to melt away your annoying fatty bits by simply slathering them on your skin, the big question is: do they work? Dr JAnine olivier looks at the science behind rubbing away regional fat.

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Autumn 2017 - Issue 21
Massive Boom In Anti-wrinkle Injectable Procedures Among Millennials
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Massive Boom In Anti-wrinkle Injectable Procedures Among Millennials

According to the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, botulinum toxin treatments for women aged 19 to 34 years has increased by 41% from 2011 to 2015 – largely due to social media and the quest for the perfect selfie.

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Autumn 2017 - Issue 21
Handy Anti-Ageing Make-Up Tips
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

Handy Anti-Ageing Make-Up Tips

Doing your own make-up is something we all do daily, as it’s a great (and simple) way to look and feel younger. However, the wrong cosmetic application and colour can add years to your appearance, rather than taking it away. Fortunately, these skilful make-up tips and techniques can help you turn back the clock.

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Autumn 2017 - Issue 21
Lethal Botulinum Toxin Injections For Weight Loss
A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine

Lethal Botulinum Toxin Injections For Weight Loss

Surgeons are warning of a new weight-loss procedure that could be lethal and yet continues to be administered in private clinics in the UAE.

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Autumn 2017 - Issue 21

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