Cosmetic procedures have become very popular among many South Africans, especially those in the entertainment space. Many of these celebrities are always looking for ways to enhance their looks.
Aesthetic expert Dr Reza who owns the Anti-Aging Art medical aesthetic and holistic wellness centre in Johannesburg said in parallel to the growing popularity of cosmetic treatments, he has also seen an uptick in patients seeking to fix issues with their fillers and injectables.
“Aesthetic medicine is really a blend of art and science, and it takes time, knowledge, and skill to become an expert in the area, much like any other field of medicine,” said Dr Reza.
“Many patients have approached doctors who don’t work exclusively in the field or who have not completed higher education in the aesthetic or regenerative field.
“Then, when they are dissatisfied with their results, they realise that they should be more discriminating and rather consult professionals who focus on aesthetics and practice it full-time.”
According to Dr Reza, the practice of aesthetic medicine is about much more than getting dermal fillers or botulinum toxin injected to reshape your appearance. The end goal is to look and feel healthier and more beautiful.
Do’s and don’ts of cosmetic treatments and fillers
Don’t look for drastic transformations – the best results come from consistent, gradual changes. To maintain a pleasing and natural appearance, treatments should target different layers of the skin over time.
To explain the Timeless Elegance philosophy, consider buildings that were constructed in the 1970s or 1980s. You can immediately tell that they were built in line with the fashions of the day, where today they appear quite dated.
But, like classical architecture, the Timeless Elegance approach focuses on slowly optimising your looks for a timeless result that will always be attractive.”
Dr Reza notes that most patients require a maximum of one to two-millilitre fillers for a more subtle, sophisticated result.
Patients can then consider additional treatments aimed at improving their skin texture and stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, such as platelet-rich plasma therapies, redermalisation, and chemical peels.
Although it is illegal for non-medical practitioners to treat patients with dermal fillers or injectables in South Africa, not all countries are as discriminating, he warns.
“Do not consult someone who is not a medical professional for injectables simply to save money. The first risk is that the product may be counterfeit or a grey import, which could lead to a major infection or permanent damage,” he said.
He added that the person injecting you needs to understand the science behind the filler, how it interacts with the tissue, the possible side effects, and how to manage these effectively.
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