Why Are You Advised Against Adding Procedures Before Facial Contouring?

At Alive Dermatology Clinic, before facial contouring, we first assess the face with a 3D skin scan plus palpation, then decide which procedures are needed. If the assessment finds that facial firmness is in fact well maintained and firming procedures are not needed, we say so on the spot and advise against them, rather than following the request and piling procedures on.

Why is an assessment done first before facial contouring?

The purpose of the assessment is to judge the actual state, including facial firmness, and then decide how to arrange the procedures. In the assessment, we combine a 3D skin scan with palpation, and if firmness is well maintained, we do not recommend adding extra procedures. Rather than blindly stacking procedures, the value of a dermatology specialist lies in precise judgment and meticulous technique.

How are the forehead, nasal base, tear troughs, and lips each treated?

For the forehead and nasal base, Radiesse and hyaluronic acid are used for layered structural support, aiming for natural fullness rather than stiffness. The tear troughs and lips place greater demands on needle entry angle and cannula layer.

• Forehead and nasal base: layered structural support with Radiesse and hyaluronic acid
• Tear troughs: the skin is extremely thin, so needle entry angle and cannula layer are demanding
• Lips: many blood vessels, and likewise demanding on needle entry angle and cannula layer

Done this way, bruising after the procedure is less likely, and the Tyndall effect is less likely to appear.

What is the procedure process like?

The entire session is carried out with sleep anesthesia, and the patient undergoes the procedure while asleep. We regard every one-on-one consultation as an expression of that sense of responsibility.