Why choose a medical aesthetic company over a beauty salon for your treatment?

Medical aesthetics treatment

In recent years, aesthetics and cosmetic procedures have become increasingly popular as people seek to enhance their appearance and boost their confidence. With this growing demand, an array of options has emerged which has led to both medical professionals and beauty salons offering aesthetic treatments. Whilst both options promise results, there are significant differences in the expertise and safety measures they offer. In this blog, we delve into the reasons why choosing trained medical professionals for aesthetics is not only wise, but crucial for ensuring your well-being and achieving desirable outcomes.

Medical Expertise

Choosing a medical aesthetic company over a beauty salon offers numerous advantages when seeking aesthetic treatments. Such companies are specialised facilities staffed by trained medical professionals who prioritise safety and have the knowledge and training to assist you if something goes wrong. Staffed in the UK by registered professionals such as nurses, doctors, dentists and pharmacists, these experts have undergone extensive university education, training, and certifications in their respective fields. Their in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical protocols ensures that treatments are performed safely and effectively.

Beauty salons, on the other hand, employ therapists who usually have completed short-term courses or certifications for aesthetic procedures. Whilst they may excel in beauty-related services and show talent in aesthetic injecting, they lack the depth of understanding of how to get treat you if something goes wrong and an emergency situation arises. In such an environment the therapist would be heavily reliant on the emergency services, which are struggling under their current pressures and failing to meet their response targets. Therapists may have completed an emergency complications course, but dealing with emergencies is not something they are exposed to on a daily basis, so the level of confidence and expertise would not be present.

Aesthetic treatments, even seemingly minor ones, can cause significant harm if not performed correctly. Medical professionals prioritise patient safety and adhere to strict medical regulations, identifying potential contraindications, drug interactions, and allergic reactions. Reducing the risk of complications during and after treatments are critical aspects which can often be overlooked in a salon setting. A medical professional will anticipate any potential problem that could occur during or after your procedure and will have the necessary training and medications to treat you, as well as the confidence and ability to use them to ensure that you are in the safest possible environment for your treatment to be undertaken.

Tailored Treatments

No two individuals are alike, and the same principle applies to aesthetic treatments. Trained medical professionals excel at crafting personalised treatment plans based on your specific needs, preferences, and medical history. They take into account your unique facial structure, skin type, and desired outcomes to deliver natural-looking and satisfying results. They will have confidence adjusting doses to ensure they are correct for you as an individual. Beauty salons often adopt a one-size-fits-all approach, which may not give the most flattering or long-lasting effects.

Long-Term Results

Medical aesthetic treatments are designed to deliver long-term results. Whether it's rejuvenating the skin, reducing wrinkles, or enhancing facial features, medical aesthetic procedures are often more effective and longer-lasting than salon treatments. Medics often have access to a different array of injectables, a perfect example is dermal fillers. Oakridge use prescription medical grade fillers, licensed for use by medical professionals only. These have additional additives so that bruising and swelling rarely occurs and boast a higher concentration of local anaesthetic for your comfort. Injectables of this standard would not be available in a beauty salon.

Medics are highly unlikely to consider injecting you with budget products that are not from a reputable pharmacy and will usually select their products based on a review of pharmaceutical trials, identifying and selecting products with the best clinical outcomes. If a complication were to occur from poor product choice, the medical practitioner would risk losing their professional registration, so good product choice is essential for a medic.

Professional Environment

Medical aestheticians provide a professional and welcoming environment for patients; however, the focus is on offering a clinical setting. The clinic will ensure the patient feels at ease whilst knowing they are in the hands of qualified experts, so this setting will be equipped for a medical emergency if one arises. Beauty salons will not have medical equipment, emergency drugs or the expertise on hand if something does go wrong.

After Care

If a problem occurs after treatment, for example, an infection or a delayed post inflammatory response and you require a consultation and prescription to resolve your issue, you are able to contact your medical aesthetics clinic and receive this service. Staff will also have the knowledge and resources to provide you with other prescriptions as preventative measures during treatment, for example if you suffer from cold sores, your medical aesthetic practitioner can prescribe anti-viral tablets for you to take during and after a lip filler treatment to minimise the risk of a painful breakout. Again, this service is exclusive to medical aesthetic clinics.

Insurance

Since medical aesthetic companies are operated by licensed medical professionals, it is a legal requirement for them to hold sufficient indemnity insurance to practice. This is not the case with non-registered aestheticians, although most are reputable and will hold this.

A Professional Regulating Body

If you are unhappy with the care that you have received it is extremely easy to find your medical registered practitioner on their professional register and complain to their regulating body. Complaints are taken seriously, and the practitioner could be stopped from working in their clinical environment as well as in aesthetics whilst the complaint is investigated. There is currently no regulating body for non-medical aesthetic injectors and therefore nobody that you can complain to if something goes wrong, although it is likely that there will be changes to this in the next few years.

Expert Consultations

Medical injectors offer detailed consultations, allowing patients to discuss their concerns, ask questions, and receive expert advice. This level of guidance fosters trust and confidence in the treatment process.

When it comes to aesthetic treatments, choosing trained medical professionals is undoubtedly the safer and wiser option. The expertise, medical understanding, safety measures, and access to pharmaceuticals set medical professionals apart, ensuring that you receive the best care and achieve your aesthetic goals. Prioritising your well-being and investing in the hands of experienced medical professionals can lead to transformative results, leaving you feeling more confident and satisfied in your own skin. Always remember to research and select a reputable and qualified medical professional to entrust with your aesthetic journey.

The Oakridge Aesthetics team is staffed by two qualified Accident and Emergency nurses, so rest assured you are in the safest hands. We have everything you could possibly need here in our clinic to keep you safe, and our awareness of the unpredictable situations that can occur through our nursing backgrounds ensure we are cautious and prepared as aesthetic practitioners.

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