In the inaugural print issue of Aesthetic Authority, we feature contemporary, original content from our staff, contributors and physician experts, including our Medical Advisor Dr. Randolph Waldman, on injectables, laser and light technologies, skin tightening techniques, regenerative therapies, hair treatments, body contouring, skincare and, importantly, the business of aesthetics. From an examination of the neurotoxin pipeline and one physician’s hair treatment protocol, to neck lifting considerations and the skin tightening benefits of plasma energy, we hope you find education and inspiration in our pages.
 
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Neurotoxin Protein Analysis
Researchers report a systematic analysis of total protein and pure protein for the FDA-approved dose of available neurotoxin products.

3 Applications for Helium Plasma-RF
Physician research and experience with cold helium plasma adds to a growing body of knowledge of thermoplastic techniques for rhytidectomy.

An Honest Consult: Know When to Refer
Knowing when to refer a patient can be the difference between positive and negative outcomes, but can you trust yourself to refer when needed?

One Physician’s Skin Burn Solution
Dr. James Beckman, CEO and founder of Therapon Skin Health, was one of the first plastic surgeons to develop a solid, but simple, product line based on science, with a burn treatment product in the pipeline.

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