Top 5 Things to Know When Visiting A Medical Aesthetic Clinic
When it comes to something as important as your face, it’s completely understandable that you want to work with the best. We understand that it is not always easy to trust the hands of any person, let alone a doctor when it comes to medical aesthetic treatments.
With the plethora of skincare and beauty enhancement treatment services available in the market, choices are plenty. However, a medical aesthetic clinic stands out from many beauty centres out there by the people and doctors. Not just ordinary doctors, but medical doctors certified to do specific medical aesthetic procedures and medically-trained staffs passionate about your wellbeing.
Get to Know Your Doctor
Do you know that only medical doctors who have graduated from recognised Medical Schools and attained a Letter of Credentialing and Privileging (LCP) from the Ministry of Health can provide medical aesthetic services at a registered aesthetic clinic?
Medical doctors, who have gone through years of medical school and working for the government, have to go through a series of exams on aesthetic procedures and a logbook of practical aesthetic cases before getting LCP accreditation. Through this process, it ensures suitably qualified persons with relevant knowledge can perform a medical aesthetic practice.
Check The Premise
Besides checking on the Doctor, it is crucial to check on the medical aesthetic clinic premises. Only a registered clinic approved by the Ministry of Health (MOH) under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act should only handle all aesthetic procedures. Clinics go through stringent checks by MOH to obtain the license to practice and to perform medical procedures.
Never agree to cosmetic procedures done in hotel rooms or private premises for safety reasons. Things can go wrong in these places, and you might end up with emergencies that only can be handled when in a proper clinic or a medical centre. Furthermore, there are proofs that procedures done in a not correctly sanitised premise have higher chances of getting infection after. You will end up paying more to treat these complications done by untrained persons, sometimes leading to loss of life, as evidenced by the recent passing of a soon-to-be-married young lady who did arm liposuction with a beautician.
Check Their Expertise
Each clinic and doctors have unique skills and expertise. Always check ahead of the Doctor’s range of knowledge when it comes to your concern. Some surgically trained doctors tend to do more minimally invasive procedures, whereas some doctors focus more on skin and skin issues, i.e., pigmentation, allergies, etc.
In Astute Clinic, where both Dr. Karen and myself are trainers for fillers and Botox, delivering natural-looking results with fillers comes with experience. In contrast, my particular focus is using skincare and lasers to treat pimples and hyperpigmentation.
Consultation Is a Must
Although many treatments are advertised everywhere and often come with fantastic claims, arranging a proper consultation session with a doctor at the clinic is essential.
Consultation is imperative for the Doctor to understand the aesthetic needs and wants of the patient. With in-depth consultation, the Doctor will personalise the treatment accordingly and work towards getting the optimum results.
For example, these are some of the questions your doctor should ask you but not limited to:
- Your current skincare routine
- What procedure, if any, you had done
- Current medications, including supplements
- Diet and lifestyle
- Health conditions
- Your concerns
- Your expectations
Always ask for a second opinion if you’re not sure the Doctor can meet your expectations.
Check What You're Signing Up For
I know it’s not easy to resist bargains and discounts; always check what you are getting. Some clinics invest in better machines and use premium products; hence, offers are lesser than other clinics that use cheaper devices and products.
Furthermore, it’s also essential to know if the advertised product will be used on you. There are numerous cases where some are duped by creative marketing. They promote a particular treatment that isn’t available at their centre and instead used another substitute brand. Be aware.
Always do your due diligence before committing to a procedure or clinic, as I believe it is
paramount to get the best trained professional to help achieve your aesthetic needs. I hope this answers some of your questions. For any further question, feel free to email me at jasonyip@astuteclinic.com
Stay Safe and Get Vaccinated.
Dr J
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