Global advances in aesthetic dermatology presented as part of World Congress of Dermatology

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery held a meeting on global advances in minimally invasive aesthetics at the start of the World Congress of Dermatology.

The course, “State-of-the-Art in Minimally Invasive Aesthetics: Global Advances,” focused on issues including managing vascular problems, restoring volume to the cheeks and temple, rejuvenating the hands and décolletage, eliminating crow’s feet and reducing submental fat with Kybella (deoxycholic acid, Kythera Biopharmaceuticals). It was one of 33 meetings held by International League of Dermatologic Societies member societies and affiliate groups from around the world prior to the start of the scientific sessions.

Kimberly Butterwick

Kimberly Butterwick, MD, a dermatologist practicing in San Diego, reported on “forgotten areas” of the neck and chest. She said that when rejuvenation of these areas is ignored compared with the face, it shows contrast to the face “and reveals the patient’s true age.”

“In fact there are many excellent treatments for these areas including fractionated lasers, intense pulsed light for skin texture and/or fillers like low G prime hyaluronic acids for neck lines,” Butterwick told Healio.com/Dermatology. “Tightening with radio frequency or micro-focused ultrasound are successful to a degree, especially with new technologies and protocols. Combination therapies with these modalities are optimal as they enhance effects and reduce side effects.”

Mitchel P. Goldman, MD, also in private practice in San Diego, addressed the issues of hand rejuvenation and moderated a panel on “vanquishing vein issues” with a focus on sclerotherapy.

“Dermatologic surgeons have a variety of methods which are safe and effective to rejuvenate and correct age related changes in your skin and safely treat unwanted leg veins,” Goldman told Healio.com/Dermatology. – by Bruce Thiel

Disclosure: Butterwick reports being on advisory boards for Allergan, Merz and Galderma. Goldman reports serving as a consultant for Merz and Lumenis.