Frequently asked questions

What is aesthetic medicine?

Aesthetic medicine is a group of medical procedures designed to improve a person’s appearance through minimally invasive interventions.
Aesthetic medicine can be used to correct imperfections or the effects of aging, particularly on the face and skin.
Aesthetic medicine is also used for body-related procedures to reshape the silhouette, by eliminating fat or strengthening muscles.

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What's the difference between cosmetic surgery and cosmetic medicine?

By definition, aesthetic medicine refers to non-surgical medical procedures: aesthetic medicine differs from cosmetic surgery in the techniques used.
It involves non-invasive medical interventions, meaning that the skin is not incised.
Aesthetic surgery, on the other hand, includes all procedures designed to improve appearance that require surgical intervention.
It is based on medical techniques involving manual manipulation and the use of surgical instruments, enabling deeper and longer-lasting changes to be made to the body’s structure.

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Why have aesthetic medicine?

On the one hand, aesthetic medicine aims to slow down skin aging by providing toning, hydration and elasticity.
Aesthetic medicine is thus a skin treatment solution for those who wish to rejuvenate their skin without undergoing more extensive cosmetic surgery.
Beyond the anti-aging solution, aesthetic medicine also aims to sublimate the skin or reshape the face through injections.
On the other hand, aesthetic medicine is also the means to resolve certain complexes such as excessive sweating, brown spots linked to hyperpigmentation, or scars.
It’s also the solution to unwanted hair growth, thanks to laser hair removal.
Finally, aesthetic medicine can enhance the body and sculpt the silhouette.
This is made possible by techniques and technologies that eliminate fat and strengthen muscles.

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Is aesthetic medicine effective?

Aesthetic medicine is an effective and natural method.
It is all the more effective when recommendations and instructions are followed.
This means respecting the recommended number of sessions and contraindications.

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At what age can cosmetic medicine treatments begin?

The answer to this question depends on many factors.
The quality and pace of life, as well as skin maintenance and, more simply, genetics, are all important factors in skin quality. Injections Injections to prevent slight sagging of the facial skin can be performed from the age of 25-30.
This is also the case for skin boosters.
Thereafter, from the age of 30, solutions aimed at stimulating skin cells are recommended.
The treatment of wrinkles comes a little later.
It’s possible to start even before wrinkles appear as a preventive measure, but it’s from the age of 45-50 that injections are of greatest interest.
Please note that these are indicative figures and that a consultation with a specialist is recommended before any aesthetic medical procedure. Laser hair removal It is advisable to wait until at least 18 years of age before starting laser hair removal, as this is the age at which women begin to reach a level of hormonal stability and maturity.
This age can go up to 30, which is why some women prefer to wait at least 25 before starting permanent laser hair removal.
It’s important to remember that every woman is different, and there’s no ideal age to start.

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Are aesthetic medicine treatments suitable for all skin types?

Aesthetic medicine treatments are suitable for all skin types: oily, dry, combination and sensitive skins; but also thin and thick skins, which require different treatments.
However, it’s important to choose the aesthetic medicine treatment that best suits your skin’s needs.
That’s why it’s so important to make an appointment for a preliminary consultation, to find out which treatment is best suited to your skin type!

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Who can practice aesthetic medicine?

Aesthetic medicine is not a branch of medicine in its own right.
It is therefore not recognized by the Conseil de l’Ordre des Médecins, unlike cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery.
However, the specialists in charge of practicing aesthetic medicine at the various Claris Clinics in Belgium are qualified professionals. All have years of experience.
Discover the members of our team!

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