Hair Restoration with Follicular Unit Extraction (Part 1)

Hair restoration has come a long way since the days of hair plugs and gruesome scalp reductions. Nowadays using follicular unit extraction and follicular unit transplantation very natural results can be achieved with minimal scarring at the donor site.

What is Follicular Unit Extraction?

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a technique, in which hair is transplanted from the permanent zone in the back of the scalp into areas affected by genetic balding, using only the naturally occurring, individual follicular units.

The removal of Follicular Units from the back of the scalp without damaging them, involves considerable skill on the part of the surgeon. This technique, called Single Strip Harvesting, is an essential component of follicular unit transplantation as it not only preserves the follicular units, but it prevents damage (transection) to the individual hair follicles. The Follicular Unit Extraction, allows the surgeon to remove individual follicular units without a linear donor incision.

Another essential component of Follicular Unit Transplantation is Stereo-Microscopic Dissection. In this technique, all of the follicular units are removed from the donor tissue under microscopic control to avoid damage. Complete stereo-microscopic dissection has been shown to produce an increased yield of both the absolute number of follicular units, as well as the total amount of hair, (upwards of 25%). (This procedure differs from mini-micrografting in which the grafts are cut with minimal or no magnification.)

A major advantage of follicular unit extraction, (besides preserving follicular units and maximizing growth) is the ability to use small recipient sites. Grafts comprised of individual follicular units are small because Follicular Units are themselves small, but also because the surrounding non-hair bearing tissue is removed under the microscope and doesn't need to be transplanted. Follicular unit grafts can be inserted into tiny needle-sized sites in the recipient area, which heal in just a few days without leaving any marks.

When performed by a skilled surgical team, Follicular Unit Extraction can provide totally natural looking hair transplants that make the full use of the patient's donor supply to give the best possible cosmetic results in the fewest possible sessions.

More information on FUE will follow in further articles, alternately visit our website to learn more about hair restoration .


By Dr S R Bassi

Vaser Lipo Masterclass at Selston Cosmetic Clinic

In late July we held a Vaserlipo masterclass. This was attended by all the national Vaser Liposuction trainers and included Dr Singh, the ever colourful Dr Berkowitz and our Dr Bassi. Dr Bhodalia graced us with his presence as well.

These doctors were the first to use Vaser Lipo in the country and thus have built up considerable experience.

The masterclass involved the doctors performing Vaser Lipo on three different patients' inner thighs and knees. Needless to say these came in different shapes and sizes, and it was fascinating to watch the debate and different techniques each doctor has mastered for the same body areas to achieve smooth aesthetic results.

In my opinion the results were impressive and we should have three satisfied clients and four even more knowledgeable and experienced doctors!

Stay tuned

Mags

Lead Vaser Lipo Technician

Selston Cosmetic Clinic

Selston Cosmetic Clinic Takes Vaser Lipo International

Who would have thought that when roughly 18 months ago, Vaser Lipo arrived at Selston Cosmetic Clinic we would generate so much attention!

We continue to strive to perfect our Vaser liposuction technique to advanced levels, are achieving amazing results and Dr Bassi is now a national trainer for Vaser.

Along this journey we have gathered lots of lovely reviews from satisfied clients on the web.

We initially envisaged that we would be a regional centre servicing clients from in and around the Midlands area. We now find that we have a national following, clients travel to us from the south..London, Wales, Exeter and even Devon. Clients also regularly come from the north...Newcastle, Leeds and Cumbria.

We are getting enquiries for this amazing form of liposuction from Europe, and people are flying in from Scotland, Dublin and amazingly Abu Dabi and Oman!

This geographically distributed attention is truly phenomenal, and whilst we get to meet lots of interesting and funny characters, we also get to help people get the bodies they have always longed for.

Stay tuned

Mags

Lead Vaser Lipo Technician

Selston Cosmetic Clinic

Radiage Skin Tightening – Common Questions

What is Radiage?
Radiage works by using radio frequency to generate heat, which passes through the epidermis (outer layer of the skin) and into the dermis (deeper layer of the skin) to cause some degree of thermal or heat injury. The body then reacts to this "injury" and regenerates, thereby tightening the skin.

How long does the treatment take?
Depending on the areas you have treated, it averages around 20 minutes.

What improvements to my skin may expect with Radiage?
It tightens the skin and can give somewhere between 20-30% skin tightening improvements in most patients, this may seem small but even this amount of tightening gives dramatic results.

Which areas can Radiage be used on?
It can be used for under the eyes and also cheek neck and jowl areas.

Is Radiage safe?
Yes it is safe; Ellman has marked its RF energy devices since 1969.

Is it painful?
Radiage can be performed without anestethic, we recommend local anaestethic cream(EMLA) to be applied 1 hour before hand as Radiage gives a mild to intense heat over the area. To achieve optimum results we have to reach a certain skin tempertures.

How long do the results last?
Treatment results last from 10 to 12 months. Your skin will continue to age and eventually you may wish to have a single top up procedure near the end of this time period.

Recovery time?
Basically there is no recovery time, it is a lunch time procedure. Slight redness may be seen for less than an hour after and no more than 24 hours following the procedure.

How popular is it?
In my experiance, the eye area and jowls are a very popular. With Radiage skin tightening treatment, I have noticed alot of my clients are reporting back to me saying their skin also feels softer and smooth!!

Benefits of Radiage:
Highly versatile
Perfect to combine with microdermabrasion and skin peels
Immediate results and no down time, can be used before a big night out or special occasion.

I’ll keep you posted on Radiage and other treatments we offer at Selston Cosmetic Clinic.

Roberta

Roberta James is a lead Cosmetic Nurse at Selston Cosmetic Clinic and runs the department for the Medical Microdermabrasion, Skin peels, Radiage, Laser Hair Removal and Laser Skin Rejuvenation

Tighter Skin Without Surgery With Radiage

At Selston Cometic Clinic we introduced Radiage skin tightening over 12 months ago. So, what can I tell you about this super treatment?

Well, the device is called Radiage. I was sceptical at first, like all treatments you want to see results. I have been using it on clients over the last year and seeing lasting results for months. The results have been very impressive.

Radiage is one of the latest non-ablative procedures for skin rejuvenation. It is not a laser. It is a Patented Radio Frequency System.

The Radiage heats and modifies the collagen in the skin to tighten and contract it. Fine wrinkles are almost completely obliterated, loose skin in the neck is lifted, and those with no wrinkles walk away with ‘baby smooth skin’.

Most patients see results immediately on the skin’s outer surface while the RF energy slightly heats and modifies the soft tissues beneath the skin. The eventual outcome is that the collagen contracts and tightens thus smoothing the skin.
This is an office procedure that is quick with virtually no down time. You can go back to work immediately!

To get the achieved look, I would recommend 6-8 treatments every 2 weeks, which will significantly tighten the skin and can make a difference to how you look!

However, not everyone responds to the Radiage, so at Selston Cosmetic Clinic, we make a policy to have a complimentary trial test to see if Radiage works for you; As we can tell straight away! Give it a try.

Roberta James is a lead Cosmetic Nurse, that runs the department for the Medical Microdermabrasion, Skin peels, Radiage, Laser Hair Removal and Laser Skin Rejuvenation

Macrolane.....The Advanced Techniques

Macrolane breast shaping injections were launched in the United Kingdom over one year ago. At present over fifty cosmetic clinics are providing this procedure and the numbers are slowly increasing.Macrolane is a NASHA (Non Animal Stabilized Hyalauronic acid ) based product manufactured by the Swedish firm Q MED. It is broadly based on their Restylane Sub Q Dermal Filler range , which is commonly injected into the face.

To date over 9 million treatments have been given with the Restylane range of fillers. Macrolane can increase the breast by 1 and 1 and a half cup sizes , along with enhancing breast shape allowing you to obtain a cleavage and the classic “tear drop shaped “ breast which everybody usually desires.

The actual Macrolane procedure has advanced over the last twelve months. We will consider the techniques of anaesthesia, the amount of filler commonly injected, sites of incision, cannula track sealing and most importantly… the site of product placement in the breast.The breast area needs to be anaesthesised to make the procedure simple and pain free. Some physicians are now using very fine needles called spinal needles to inject the anaesthetic, from my experience this is much more comfortable compared to in the past when larger diameter infusion cannulas were used.

One hundred mls per breast was generally the benchmark to be injected, it is now common practice to inject around 120mls/breast even up to 140 – 150 mls, this is of course client dependant.The sites of incision is becoming a controversy, some physicians are starting to inject from above the breast, however we must remember, the incision to inject the macrolane will leave a scar, albeit , a tiny one. Subsequently a top up is required around 12 months, as the product begins to be absorbed by the body…so repeated injections from above the breast will eventually leave a more noticeable scar , whilst an equivalent scar under the breast will be hidden by the breast shadow and bra. My personal preference is to inject from under the breast along with another tiny entry point along the areola ( the dark area of the nipple). This technique is excellent to achieve a tear drop shaped breast. Incision sites need to be fully discussed with the client.

The actual site of product placement is crucial to achieve a smooth result and avoid the upsetting situations of lumpiness that can occur as Macrolane tends to ”travel”. The Macrolane breast shaping injections need to be carefully placed in the retromammary space, this is between the breast mammary gland and the pectoralis major muscle of the chest. Finally the physician must ensure the the track of entry of the cannula is sealed. In summary the delivery of Macrolane breast shaping injections has developed over the last twelve months as physicians gain more experience with the product and procedure , equally clients have developed more confidence in the product .

Dr S.R. Bassi is the lead cosmetic physician in North Nottingham premier medical cosmetic and laser clinic, Selston Cosmetic Clinic. Visit our website or give us a call to find out more about Advanced Techniques with Macrolane which give assured outcomes and Vaser Lipo… the revolutionary new walk in/walkout liposuction procedure with guaranteed results!

BREAKING NEWS...VIBRO LIPO COMING SOON..

Dr Bassi and myself travelled to Belgium to assess the Vibro liposculpture system.

In our opinion our Vaser system is excellent for removing small to medium volumes of fat. However our portfolio is lacking for people who are larger and need large debulking of fat.

We went off to visit Dr Safar, who is an eminent liposuction surgeon in Brussels, having performed in excess of 5000 liposuction procedures, and has been using the Vibro Lipo system for over 10 years.

One of the V.I.P lady's whom we assessed in Moscow flew into Brussels, had the procedure done by him, under local anaesthetic whilst chatting away......in Russian!

The results to say the least were very impressive, over 3.5 litres of pure fat was taken away from the upper/lower abdomen and anterior flanks of this large lady.

The Vibro Lipo System has been installed at Selston Cosmetic Clinic and we hope to be using the equipment within the next few months. This will increase our portfolio for all patient type shapes and sizes.

Stay tuned

Mags

Lead Vaser Lipo Technician

Selston Cosmetic Clinic