From The Blog
Embracing
Self-Confidence
in Life’s Next Chapter
Kim G. was celebrating her 50th milestone birthday and wanted to look and feel her very best in this next phase of her womanhood. So much of both her and her husband’s lives were dedicated to raising their children and now they find themselves as empty nesters. This was the perfect time in life for Kim to finally prioritize herself and her own self-care.
Kim had been considering medical aesthetic treatments for a while but there were many reasons that were holding her back. Kim was one of those people who just wanted to age naturally and embrace the fine lines and wrinkles that she was seeing in the mirror. She was also concerned about exaggerated outcomes, looking “different” and not being recognizable after treatments. Lastly, Kim didn’t have a lot of information about Botox and filler and was concerned about the safety and side effects of the products used.
After a lot of apprehension, Kim scheduled her consultation with Dr. Sanghe at Wave Skin Care. The Wave clinic kept popping up on her Instagram and she recognized a few of their clients featured and really liked the treatment outcomes she saw. She had heard great things about Dr. Sanghe and working with someone she trusted and with medical training and expertise were big factors in her decision-making.
A Thorough Consultation Before Treatment
Dr. Sanghe spent about an hour with Kim on her initial consultation and he conducted a thorough evaluation of her entire face. He considered her unique facial anatomy, muscle dynamics, and Kim’s overall aesthetic goals. Kim felt that Dr. Sanghe listened closely to her before he recommended a customized treatment plan that was designed specifically for her. It is important to Dr. Sanghe that his clients are only treated as needed to avoid the pitfalls of over injecting resulting in an over-filled appearance and puffiness..
Kim’s main concerns were skin laxity around her eyes, and the prominence of jowls in the mid and lower half of her face. Dr. Sanghe explained that Botox can help create a lifting effect around the eyes when strategically placed. He would target the muscles that cause the eyebrows to droop and create a “hooded” appearance over the eyes with Botox. Botox can help lift the brows slightly which opens up the eyes creating a more refreshed and youthful appearance. Jowls are the sagging skin or fat that develops along the jawline, often due to aging, loss of skin elasticity, and gravity itself. Fillers can be injected along the jawline to enhance its definition and reduce the appearance of jowls. This can create a much desired, more defined, and sculpted appearance to the lower face.
Addressing Kim’s Concerns
Dr. Sanghe put Kim at ease by explaining that both Botox (Botulinum toxin type A) and the dermal fillers available in the market have been approved by regulatory agencies such as Health Canada for specific cosmetic uses. This approval indicates they have been rigorously tested for safety and efficacy. In terms of her concerns about outcomes, Dr. Sanghe explained that the goal of Botox and filler treatments should be subtle enhancements rather than drastic change. Strategic placement of small amounts of product would achieve Kim’s anti-aging goals without looking overdone. Dr. Sanghe explained that he prefers a gradual approach to treatments, especially for first-time patients who are new to injectables, like Kim. Starting with conservative doses allows for adjustments and ensures the final result appears the most natural looking.
Enhancing Your Natural Beauty
Although Kim was immediately happy with her Botox and filler treatment results, she noticed that it settled and looked best after 4 weeks. She saw an overall improvement in her facial appearance as her eyebrows were lifted, eye hooding was reduced, her mid-face was smoother, and her jawline was much more contoured and defined. Importantly, Kim really appreciated the results at Wave since her features were enhanced while maintaining her naturally beautiful appearance. As a master injector, Dr. Sanghe focused on subtlety, harmony, and facial balance, to ensure Kim looked natural and never ever overdone.
Now Kim was ready and excited to celebrate her big 5-0 with her family and friends by putting her best face forward. Kim always believed that with age often comes increased self-awareness and a greater sense of self-identity. However, thanks to her treatments at Wave, she also has a stronger sense of self confidence and is putting her best face forward to the world. As she celebrates this life milestone, Kim is embracing exciting new possibilities in this next chapter of her life.
Your friends at Wave are here for it, Kim! You look radiant.