What do we use to make it happen? To sports, nutritional, fashion or aesthetic medicine treatments, especially in recent years. This was not the case at the end of the last century, as in Spain there were not many aesthetic clinics and most of their activity focused on diets and body mesotherapy treatments to improve the silhouette.
In the first decade of the 2000s,after experimenting with various products to fill facial wrinkles,all obtaining disastrous results,biopolymers established themselves. A priori, it was the “perfect solution” to the side effects caused by previous fillers: the patients, the vast majority of whom were women, underwent the injection once in their lives, paid once for the treatment and, in theory , they got a result. permanent, since they were non-absorbable fillers.
However, in the medium to long term, biopolymers have also generated “rejection reactions” in a high percentage of peopel in the treated areas of the face. We all remember the lips of famous models,actresses or TV presenters in which the typical effect of these products could be seen.
Of course, those lips didn’t come out of doctors’ surgeries like that, but on the contrary, over the years, they have generated a chronic inflammatory reaction. That is, a permanent inflammation that had to be corrected by removing the product with surgery.
It was then that both laboratories and doctors realized that a permanent filler could not be used in the human body, because sooner or later it would generate that rejection reaction in many people. «We needed safe care for our patients. For this reason it was necessary to work with a temporary, absorbable product,” explains Dr.Alberto Marina who,with more than 20 years of experience in Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine,boasts a aesthetic clinic in Valencia with a team specialized in the latest aesthetic procedures with which they help their patients revolutionize their confidence.
Hyaluronic acid: the solution that changed everything
What was the alternative to those ”definitive” procedures that over the years have ended up creating problems? Hyaluronic acid,a polysaccharide that we have in our skin and cartilage and that our body has the ability to reabsorb naturally.
The arrival of hyaluronic acid made it necessary to re-educate patients, since they were used to treatments that lasted a lifetime and ”did not understand that they had to be prickly and pay for treatments every 9-12 months, which is what lasted at the beginning “hyaluronic acid”.
“Hyaluronic acid was one of the discoveries of the 21st century.” This is how strong and confident Doctor Marina appears. Because although he started his private practice when this product had already emerged with force and “should not” live in the era of biopolymers, he has seen and treated the consequences of those definitive fillers, and has witnessed how hyaluronic acid has allowed to evolve towards a new trend that aims for naturalness and harmony in the results.
«Now it makes much more sense to do periodic treatments, because as the years go by the face inevitably sags and the treatments must be adapted to each decade of life and the aging of each person to obtain a natural result», he explains.
“We were neither that good nor that bad”
Previously, facial aesthetic medicine treatments almost did not exist, most people did not apply creams or protect themselves from the sun and this resulted in very deteriorated faces even at the age of 50. In these cases, when they underwent facelift surgery, the changes were very drastic and this resulted in criticism of this type of procedure.
Subsequently, with hyaluronic acid, both patients and doctors sought gentle, non-invasive, non-aggressive and rapid recovery treatments that would allow us to resume our lives and daily activities quickly and without its effects were noticeable.
Today history repeats itself and hyaluronic acid is harshly criticized on social networks and in the media when influencers share their results and we see swollen and over-treated faces.
“So I want to say it We weren’t so good before… and now we’re not so bad“Well, there is no better or worse treatment, but everyone has their own indication,” shares Dr. Marina, according to whom facial treatments with hyaluronic acid have been over-indicated in recent years.
However, as an expert with long experience in the sector, he is very clear: «from my point of view, aesthetic medicine should serve to prevent and treat incipient cases, that is, those first signs of aging. Though, when signs of sagging are already evident, we must advise our patients to undergo facial surgery.
Your predictions for the next few years? «We will see again, given that it is already noticeable in cosmetic surgery clinics, a increased facial surgery, faceliftwith the innovative techniques we use today, as more and more people understand that this is the best solution to obtain a natural result, avoiding puffy and too full faces.
- What are the latest advancements in aesthetic medicine that prioritize patient safety?
Title: Unpacking the Evolution of Aesthetic Medicine: An Interview with Dr.Alberto Marina
Editor: Welcome to Time.news, where we dive deep into current trends and innovations shaping our world. Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Alberto Marina,an expert in Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Marina, thank you for being with us.
Dr. Marina: Thank you for having me! It’s a pleasure to discuss the fascinating evolution of aesthetic medicine.
Editor: Aesthetic medicine has changed dramatically over the last few decades. Can you explain how practices have shifted from the late 20th century to today?
Dr. Marina: Absolutely. Initially, aesthetic clinics were quite limited in Spain and primarily focused on diets and basic treatments like body mesotherapy. In the early 2000s, we saw the introduction of various facial fillers. Sadly,many of these early products created disastrous results. That’s when biopolymers emerged as a supposedly ’perfect solution’—non-absorbable fillers that promised permanent results.
Editor: it sounds like a promising innovation at the time. However, it also seems that there were unforeseen complications.
Dr. Marina: Yes, indeed. Although biopolymers offered a one-time treatment that appealed to many patients, thay led to chronic inflammatory reactions over time. We’ve all seen images of those famous models with exaggerated lip augmentations.What many didn’t realize was that these results were frequently enough due to the chronic inflammation caused by these permanent fillers, which eventually required surgical removal.
Editor: That must have been quite alarming for both practitioners and patients. How did the industry react to these complications?
Dr. Marina: It became clear that permanent fillers were not suitable for the human body. We recognized the need for safer alternatives. This realization pushed both laboratories and physicians to innovate toward temporary,absorbable products that could achieve patient satisfaction without the long-term risks associated with permanent fillers.
Editor: So, what do these absorbable fillers offer that their predecessors didn’t?
Dr. Marina: Absorbable fillers provide versatility and safety. They can enhance facial features while allowing for adjustments over time. if a patient is unhappy with the results, or if the product begins to lose its effect, it’s easily managed. This approach aligns better with the body’s natural processes and significantly reduces the risk of adverse reactions.
Editor: As a leading figure in this field,what do you think the future holds for aesthetic medicine?
Dr. Marina: I believe we will continue to see advancements in materials and techniques that prioritize patient safety and natural aesthetics. There’s also a movement towards less invasive procedures, more tailored treatments, and an emphasis on enhancing natural beauty instead of creating stark alterations.
Editor: That’s a refreshing viewpoint! With the increasing popularity of aesthetic treatments, how do you see public perception changing around these procedures?
Dr. Marina: There’s a growing acceptance of aesthetic medicine as part of self-care,much like skincare or fitness. Though,education is crucial. Patients need to understand both the potential and the limits of these treatments, which helps cultivate realistic expectations.
Editor: Thank you for sharing your insights, dr. Marina. It’s evident that the journey of aesthetic medicine is an ongoing evolution, driven by both technological advancements and a deeper understanding of patient needs.
dr. Marina: Thank you for having me! It’s exciting to be part of such a dynamic field, and I look forward to what the future holds for us in aesthetic medicine.
editor: And we at Time.news will certainly be following closely. Thank you to our audience for joining us today. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest trends and developments in various fields!