Aesthetica Clinic Dubai UAE

Cresting the wave of this trend is Aesthetica, a clinic based in Dubai that promises the latest scientific minimally invasive treatments and is approved by both the Department of Health and Dubai Healthcare City. "Research is my background and my passion is to keep constantly abreast of any new developments in the field, which are both evidence based and safe", explains the founder of Aesthetica, Dr Maria Angelo- Khattar, who trained at London University and received a B.sc. Hons in Biochemistry and a Ph.D in Pharmacology. Dr Khattar's impressive academic resume, including Professor of the Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University and many scientific publications, has earned her a fellowship at the Royal Society of Medicine, UK as well as helping to endow Aesthetica with its well deserved reputation for a no nonsense approach to repairing, rejuvenating and restoring facial and body contours, as well as refining skin tone and texture.

The first in the region to introduce procedures such as Accent Radio Frequency, Radiesse, Organic Peel, Photopneumatic Therapy, Autologous Cellular Rejuvenation and more, Dr Maria's team is keen to overlook the limitations of chronological age by focusing on reducing biological age instead, advocating that patients should incorporate minimally invasive procedures into the pattern of a healthy lifestyle based on balanced nutrition and physical activity. "It is everyone's right to have a pleasant face, without blemishes due to nature or aging, that's why skin imperfections or minor anomalies nowadays can be addressed with confidence", she explains.

Treatments can broadly be defined into five categories: skin refining, facial contouring, body reshaping, acne treatments and permanent hair reduction, Aesthetica treats a broad spectrum of patients. Their clientele ranges from teenagers seeking to combat acne, to those concerned about either delaying or reducing the signs of aging. With two branches in Dubai, Aesthetica not only attracts all nationalities but also straddles the gender barrier. Dr Maria illustrates why; "Statistics have shown that better looking people are at an advantage in the professional arena and this is the main reason why more men are now opting for aesthetic procedures". Simple, regular facial contouring, as opposed to radical surgery, is able to easily curtail the impact of time or an unhealthy lifestyle whilst avoiding the radical effects of the scalpel. "As a solution to a problem that used to seem unsolvable - until recently - it is both intelligent and artistic", she adds. More importantly, Aesthetica fits snugly into Dubai's ever busy schedule by building on the initial concept of a 'lunchtime peel', re-defining anti-aging procedures and showing that total face recontouring can be quick, convenient and effective in a time-strapped environment.

So what treatments would she recommend? "One of the most exciting new developments to emerge in aesthetic medicine is Autologous Cellular Rejuvenation, whereby the patient's own platelets (the cells responsible for skin regeneration) are harvested and re-injected into the skin. The treatment is remarkable for dark under-eye circles and depressions, a problem which had not ever had an effective solution". There are also treatments such as Radiesse which promotes collagen formation, strengthening the very foundations of the face - "this concept of the body being stimulated to build volume through soft tissue regeneration is a very natural and appealing solution to many."

More serious flaws such as surgical trauma scars can be treated at Aesthetica as well, and the clinic's dedication to committed service and ongoing care means that there is a trusting relationship between practitioner and client within a responsible, caring environment. "We are always conscious of the distress that even the tiniest facial flaw can potentially create, this is why problems are addressed with confidence, in confidence", Dr Maria says. The first consultation is used to differentiate between "the right patients with realistic expectations", who are then fully informed about every aspect of the process, and the very few who suffer from illnesses such as Body Dysmorphic Disorder.

As Dubai strives to become a hub for health, wellness and medical aesthetic services, Aesthetica not only embraces sustainable expansion but aims to remain at the forefront of the boom. Having been one of the first clinics in the area to offer the crop of new and revolutionary treatments now available, the group has been able to secure regional agency rights for several of the products, medical devices and equipment used in the practice, which is also part of the secret to their success. Only biodegradable, bio-compatible EC or FDA approved products are used to ensure safety and consistency. "Dubai is a multicultural city where awareness is now of a global standard", she says.

The brand currently encompasses two clinics with a third in the pipeline, although Dr Khattar's dedication to remaining personally involved means that she will not be expanding Aesthetica further for fear of compromising the brand's standards of excellence and personalised service. However, a recent affiliation with Professor Pierre Fournier, an eminent figure, considered by many to be the 'founding father' of aesthetic medicine, will enhance Aesthetica’s current service range further.

With Aesthetica, rejuvenation does not just stop at the face, the clinic offers hair removal and body reshaping treatments capable of targeting unwelcome lumps and bumps from head to toe to reveal an enhanced silhouette. Particularly popular is the removal of cellulite and stubborn fat deposits such as love handles or saddle bags using a number of options including laser and injection lipolysis and the Accent Radiofrequency device. Dr Maria stresses however, that these procedures are no substitute for balanced calorific intake and regular aerobic exercise. Evidence-based and effective procedures are must be coupled with an ethical commitment to maintaining realistic expectations.

Whether it is unwanted facial perfections, such as pigmentation, sun damage, and broken capillaries, or the desire for youthful radiant skin or more striking cheek bones; Aesthetica is changing the face of aesthetic procedures by bridging the gap between surgery and cosmetics for rejuvenation that is minimally invasive yet supremely effective. Who needs a scalpel, when we have Dr Maria instead?