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Seeing a dermatology doctor is not just about vanity; it is about understanding skin conditions, knowing which skin products are right for your skin and embracing the changes that come with ageing. This post explains how we work at Faciem Dermatology & Medical Clinic: a holistic approach, personalised attention and a bespoke treatment plan built around you.
Navigating Our Website: Your Gateway to Informed Choices
Before you step into Faciem Dermatology & Medical Clinic, our website stands as a comprehensive guide, providing you with the information you need to make informed decisions. Whether you are exploring the treatments we offer or specific the skin conditions we treat, we have curated a wealth of resources to assist you. If you have questions or preferences, drop us an email or a Facebook/Instagram message. Your comfort and clarity are our priorities.
Every section on our website contains underlined links leading you to further information. As well as the information we provide here, I have referred you to reputable sources. These include leaflets from the British Association of Dermatologists and DermNet NZ, which many UK dermatology doctors use as a resource for patients.
Treatment or Condition? The Choice is Yours, Guided by Expertise
Divided into sections for treatments and conditions, our website caters to diverse needs. Not sure where to start? That is fine. At Faciem, each client begins with a detailed medical history and examination — the first step in your journey with us — so your care is tailored to your own requirements, with guidance if you are not sure what you need.
Our ethos revolves around equipping you with knowledge and options, without pressuring you into unnecessary products or treatments. That is how we work, fostering an environment where your decisions are respected and informed. If you are seeking treatment for a previous diagnosis such as acne or melasma, returning for repeat Botox or filler, or starting from scratch, simply fill out the online form or book directly into our diary through our online booking system.
Understanding Ageing: A Deeper Dive into Skin Structures
Ageing is a natural phenomenon, and our approach is rooted in a profound understanding of its impact on the face and its structures. Through dermatology and aesthetic medicine, we conduct holistic assessments and craft bespoke treatment plans.
In our youth, our faces boast plumpness and volume, a result of optimal cellular function and well-maintained fat pads: muscles, bones and fat pads working together to create a smooth, firm appearance. The ageing process reveals subtle yet significant changes. As we age, fat pads diminish, separate and descend under gravity, leading to a loss of fullness, flattening of the cheeks and hollowing in various areas.
Understanding the anatomy of these changes is crucial for effective treatment. Through analysis, doctors now realise that rather than starting by injecting the folded areas, we must restore volume where the fat pads once sat and have been lost. This often begins with treating the cheeks and temporal areas before addressing nasolabial folds and the lower face.
The journey to restoration does not require drastic measures; it is about making small adjustments in your mid-20s and beyond. These lay the foundation to help limit further slippage with age. Even in your 50s and 60s, many patients find a non-surgical approach, such as our ‘liquid face lift’, can make a worthwhile difference.
Behind the Skin: Exploring The Changes
It is not just about external factors; there are modifiable elements within our control. A balanced diet, hydration, avoidance of smoking and sugary foods, and sun protection all contribute to maintaining skin barrier function and collagen production.
As we age, the fat pads around our eyes, cheeks and the sides of our faces reduce in size and descend, leading to the ‘Inverted Triangle of Old Age’. By understanding these changes, we can employ a multi-level, multi-therapy approach, incorporating procedures, medical-grade skincare, micro-needling, and rejuvenating chemical peels and laser light treatments.
Volume Loss and the Role of Bone: A Scientific Restoration
Restoring volume where it has diminished, and lifting areas that need assistance against gravity, is our goal. The aged face is the result of several factors, and our methods aim to address these changes elegantly and scientifically. At Faciem Dermatology & Medical Clinic we use reputable dermal fillers, focusing on ‘re-volumisation products’ like Juvederm. The aim is a refreshed and rested appearance, without the overfilled look.
At Faciem, we are here to guide you, not just as a GMC-registered doctor with 20 years’ experience in dermatology but as partners in your journey. The intention is always subtlety: many patients tell us that friends simply comment on how rested and refreshed they look. If you would like to talk something through, get in touch with the clinic and we will help you work out where to start. See you soon at the clinic.
Dr Prasad xx
