Inside Aesthetics

Episode 92 hosts Dr Milad Shadrooh & Dr Zainab Al-Mukhtar, two leading cosmetic dentists from the UK.

Milad is a pioneer in 'digital smile design' and is known as 'The Singing Dentist' after his parodies of hit songs went viral! In addition to being a highly-skilled dentist, Zainab is also a leading aesthetic injector and trainer.

We discuss teeth whitening, veneers, orthodontics and the concept of smile design. We also explore how the dental consultation aligns with cosmetic injectables

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Episode 91 hosts Dr Dev Banerjee (Sleep Physician from Erina, Australia)

Dev is one of the country's most experienced sleep experts and is an authorised prescriber of cannabidiol (CBD) for sleep disorders.

Sleep is something that every single one of us does for a third of our life time - and yet most people have no idea why we sleep or how to improve it.

0:00 Introduction 1:04 Meet Dr Dev Banerjee 3:25 Background and Career Path 6:19 Why Sleep Medicine Matters 9:28 Training and Holistic Approach 12:33 Moving to Australia and Career Shift 18:16 Burnout and Work-Life Balance 23:53 Understanding Sleep Physiology 27:02 Sleep Cycles and Brainwaves 30:22 Hormones and Body Changes During Sleep 33:44 How Sleep Studies Work 35:37 Sleep Disorders Overview 37:39 Why Data Matters in Diagnosis 41:39 REM vs Deep Sleep Explained 45:36 Sleep Cycle Timing and Waking Up 54:57 How Much Sleep People Really Need 59:12 Corporate Burnout and Sleep Loss 1:01:04 Night Owls vs Early Risers 1:03:30 Teen Sleep Patterns 1:07:48 Working From Home and Productivity 1:12:19 Burnout in Healthcare 1:16:00 Insomnia Causes and Triggers 1:19:56 Why Sedatives Aren't the Solution 1:22:22 Treating the Root Cause 1:25:07 Anxiety, Stress and Teeth Grinding 1:27:43 Screen Time and Sleep Disruption 1:30:37 Parenting, Babies and Sleep Loss 1:33:59 Sleep Apnea Explained 1:36:53 Snoring vs Sleep Apnea 1:39:25 CPAP Treatment and Compliance 1:42:10 Health Effects of Poor Sleep 1:44:30 Sleep and Memory Problems 1:48:40 Sleep and Chronic Disease Risks 1:53:30 Sleep, Productivity and Wellbeing 1:55:45 Key Takeaways and Final Advice

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Episode 91 hosts Dr Dev Banerjee, a sleep Physician and the medical director of Lullaby Sleep in Erina, Australia.

Dr Banerjee is one of the country's most experienced sleep experts and is an authorised prescriber of cannabidiol (CBD)  for sleep disorders.

Sleep is something that every single one of us does for a third of our life time - and yet most people have no idea why we sleep or how to improve it.

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Episode 90 hosts Woodrow Wilson (Photographer from Melbourne, Australia)

Wilson has revolutionised the way photography is used in aesthetic medicine. Upending the existing inefficient and inaccurate systems, he introduced a new methodology for clinical photography which has seen critical success across Australasia.

0:00 Introduction 1:04 Meet Woodrow Wilson 3:25 Journey Into Clinical Photography 6:19 Why Photography Matters in Aesthetics 9:28 Teaching Injectors Photography Skills 12:33 Social Media and Visual Marketing 18:16 Problems With Fake Before and Afters 23:53 Body Dysmorphia and Unrealistic Expectations 27:02 Ethics of Image Manipulation 30:22 Why Clinical Photos Must Be Objective 33:44 When Retouching Is Acceptable 35:37 Selfie Culture and Distorted Images 37:39 Why Phones Are Not Ideal for Clinical Photos 41:39 What Defines Clinical Photography 45:36 Photography as Medical Evidence 54:57 Understanding Megapixels and Sensor Size 59:12 Why Bigger Sensors Capture More Detail 1:01:04 White Balance and Skin Tone Accuracy 1:03:30 Why Lighting Consistency Matters 1:07:48 Summary: Why Not Use a Phone 1:12:19 Recommended Camera Equipment 1:16:00 Budget for Basic Photography Setup 1:19:56 Controlling Light With External Flash 1:22:22 Why Ring Lights Flatten Results 1:25:07 Standardizing Background and Distance 1:27:43 Patient Preparation Before Photos 1:30:37 Removing Makeup and Jewelry 1:33:59 Standard Facial Expressions to Capture 1:36:53 When to Use Video in Documentation 1:39:25 Checking Image Quality Immediately 1:42:10 Managing Patients Who Refuse Photos 1:44:30 No Photo No Treatment Policy 1:48:40 Timing of Before and After Photos 1:53:30 Workflow: Photography Before Consultation 1:55:45 Using Cloud Storage for Image Access 2:00:30 Data Security and Patient Privacy 2:03:05 Staff Responsibility and IT Protection 2:05:40 Turnkey Photography Systems Explained 2:08:10 ROI of Good Clinical Photography 2:10:55 Why Photography Is Often Overlooked 2:13:30 Final Advice: Control the Variables 2:18:00 Improve Consistency Even With Simple Changes 2:20:15 Wrap Up and Contact Details

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Episode 90 hosts Woodrow Wilson, a self taught and leading commercial photographer based in Melbourne, Australia. His work has been commissioned by Disney, Vogue, Condé Nast Traveller & Allergan, in addition to being an ambassador for Leica Camera.

Woodrow has revolutionised the way photography is used in aesthetic medicine. Upending the existing inefficient and inaccurate systems, he introduced a new methodology for clinical photography which has seen critical success across Australasia.

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Episode 89 hosts Dr Cara McDonald (Dermatologist from Melbourne, Australia)

Cara specialises in managing skin cancer, rosacea, acne in addition to cosmetic injectables. She's an international speaker for Allergan Aesthetics and an ambassador for La Roche Posay.

We explore what skin cancer is, how it presents and who should diagnosis and manage it. We then get into the various types of sun creams, how much and how frequently should be used and more!

0:00 Introduction 1:04 Meet Dr Cara McDonald 3:25 Journey Into Dermatology 6:19 From Art to Medicine 9:28 Discovering Cosmetic Dermatology 12:33 Starting Complete Skin Specialists 18:16 Balancing Medical and Cosmetic Work 23:53 Patient Demographics and Trust 27:02 Treating Men's Skin Concerns 30:22 What Is Skin Cancer 33:44 Types of Skin Cancer Explained 35:37 Basal Cell Carcinoma Overview 37:39 Squamous Cell Carcinoma Overview 41:39 Melanoma Risks and Warning Signs 45:36 Pattern Recognition in Diagnosis 54:57 Treatment Options for Skin Cancer 59:12 Non Surgical Treatments Explained 1:01:04 When Surgery Is Necessary 1:03:30 Causes of Skin Cancer 1:07:48 Genetics vs Sun Exposure 1:12:19 Vitamin D and Sun Exposure Balance 1:16:00 Is the Ozone Hole a Risk 1:19:56 Safe Tanning Myths 1:22:22 Binge Sun Exposure Risks 1:25:07 Skin Pigment and Melanin Differences 1:27:43 Melanotan Risks and Side Effects 1:30:37 How to Protect Your Skin 1:33:59 Understanding SPF and UV Protection 1:36:53 Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreens 1:39:25 Choosing the Right Sunscreen 1:42:10 How Often to Reapply Sunscreen 1:44:30 Sunscreen and Makeup Tips 1:48:40 When to Get a Skin Check 1:53:30 Individual Risk and Screening Frequency 1:55:45 Slip Slop Slap Seek Slide Explained 2:00:30 Sun Protection Habits Today 2:03:05 Final Skin Safety Advice 2:05:40 Wrap Up and Contact Details

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Episode 89 hosts Dr Cara McDonald, a leading dermatologist based in Melbourne, Australia. She specialises in managing skin cancer, rosacea, acne in addition to cosmetic injectables. She's an international speaker for Allergan Aesthetics and an ambassador for La Roche Posay.

We explore what skin cancer is, how it presents and who should diagnosis and manage it. We then get into the various types of sun creams, how much and how frequently should be used and more!

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Episode 88 hosts Dr Michael Barnish (Head of Genetics & Nutrition for REVIV Global)

REVIV are the global leaders in intravenous therapies and vitamin injections.

We explore Dr Barnish's journey into functional medicine before untangling the topic of intravenous (IV) infusions. We'll explore the history of the treatments, what commonly goes into them, what they are used for and address some of the controversies surrounding IV nutrition.

0:00 Introduction 1:04 Meet Dr Michael Barnish 3:19 Functional Medicine Journey 5:16 Limits of Traditional Healthcare 9:44 Defining Functional Medicine 11:56 Training and Evidence Gaps 14:01 Ongoing Learning and Research 16:30 Collaboration in Wellness Fields 18:16 Role at Revive Clinics 23:53 Rise of IV Therapy 27:02 Preventative Health Focus 30:22 Origins of IV Therapy 33:44 Safety and Franchise Model 37:39 Typical IV Patients 41:39 Wellness and Symptom Support 45:36 IV vs Oral Supplements 48:05 Absorption Explained 51:43 Supporting Lifestyle Changes 57:32 Common IV Ingredients 1:01:04 Vitamin C Role 1:03:30 Glutathione Benefits 1:07:48 Myers Cocktail Explained 1:12:19 NAD Therapy Overview 1:16:00 Safety and Evidence 1:19:56 Monitoring Higher Risk Supplements 1:22:22 Conditions Treated 1:25:07 Inflammation and Disease 1:27:43 Long Term Lifestyle Health 1:30:37 Marketing and Regulation 1:33:59 Consultation and Screening 1:36:53 Treatment Process 1:39:25 Duration and Aftercare 1:42:10 Side Effects and Risks 1:44:30 Managing Complications 1:48:40 Cancer Treatment Debate 1:53:30 Vitamin Toxicity 1:55:45 Treatment Costs 2:00:30 Future of Preventative Care 2:03:05 Wrap Up

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Episode 88 hosts Dr Michael Barnish, the UK Medical director and Global Head of Genetics & Nutrition for REVIV. REVIV are the global leaders in intravenous therapies and vitamin injections.

We explore Dr Barnish's journey into functional medicine before untangling the topic of intravenous (IV) infusions. We'll explore the history of the treatments, what commonly goes into them, what they are used for and address some of the controversies surrounding IV nutrition.

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Episode 87 hosts Mr John Blythe (Maxillofacial surgeon from the UK)

John specialises in treating patients with congenital conditions and trauma injuries of the face. He's one of very few maxillofacial surgeons in the world who also uses injectables to improve the quality of his patients lives. We find out more about his specialty is before going deep into the art of dento-facial aesthetics. We also explore whether injectable treatments should be seen as a medical speciality in it's own right.

0:00 Introduction 1:04 Meet John Blythe 3:19 What Is Maxillofacial Surgery 5:16 Training Path and Career Journey 9:44 Transition Into Aesthetic Medicine 11:56 First Exposure to Injectables 14:01 Speaking and Education Experiences 16:30 Role in Trauma and Reconstruction 18:16 Typical Work Week Explained 23:53 Facial Trauma Cases and Challenges 27:02 Psychological Impact of Facial Injuries 30:22 Value of Aesthetic Treatments 33:44 Public Perception of Aesthetics 37:39 Social Media and Beauty Standards 41:39 Ethical Responsibility in Aesthetics 45:36 Artistic Approach to Injectables 48:05 Developing Injection Philosophy 51:43 Combining Surgery and Injectables 57:32 Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning 1:01:04 When to Choose Surgery vs Injectables 1:03:30 Assessing Facial Structure 1:07:48 Dental and Skeletal Red Flags 1:12:19 Importance of Occlusion and Bite 1:16:00 Facial Assessment Principles 1:19:56 Chin Augmentation Options 1:22:22 Implants vs Fillers 1:25:07 Implant Procedure Overview 1:27:43 Risks and Complications of Implants 1:30:37 Role of Dentists in Aesthetics 1:33:59 Collaboration Between Providers 1:36:53 Dentofacial Makeover Concept 1:39:25 Future of Aesthetic Medicine 1:42:10 Managing Facial Paralysis 1:44:30 Combining Surgery and Toxin 1:48:40 Myomodulation Debate 1:53:30 Research and Evidence Challenges 1:55:45 Final Thoughts and Contact Details

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