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What Is Regenerative Aesthetics?

Oct 24 2023

Reading Time: 4 Minutes

Author: Patricia Pezzano

As we age, our collagen and elastin production slows down. This contributes to visible aging and facial lines. While this is normal and beautiful, not everyone embraces it. That’s okay!

Many people use beauty products and treatments to fight aging. They want to improve their appearance. In recent years, demand for non-invasive procedures has skyrocketed. People want natural-looking results.

Enter regenerative aesthetics treatments. As the name suggests, these combine regenerative medicine with aesthetic procedures. They are based on the principle that skin can naturally regenerate. This happens when exposed to the right stimuli.

Keep reading to learn more about regenerative aesthetics. Discover how it differs from traditional aesthetics. Also, learn about its many benefits.

How Regenerative Aesthetics Differs from Traditional Cosmetic Treatments

By using the body’s own resources, regenerative aesthetics offers a natural solution. It provides longer-lasting results for various skin concerns.

Regenerative aesthetic treatments harness the body’s natural healing abilities. They stimulate soft tissue regeneration. This typically involves stimulating the skin with platelet-rich plasma (PRP). It also uses regenerative dermal fillers or exosomes to generate collagen.

By stimulating the body’s natural repair processes, these treatments help. They can reduce wrinkles and improve scars. They increase skin firmness and improve texture. Certain treatments can also reduce pain and inflammation.

Other cosmetic treatments—such as Botox, lasers, and surgery—often rely on medication. They use energy or synthetic substances to alter tissue appearance. These treatments can sometimes cause side effects. These include allergic reactions, infection, scarring, or loss of sensation.

Benefits of Regenerative Aesthetics Treatments

Here are some key benefits of regenerative aesthetic treatments:

• Customizable to address specific concerns
• Provide longer-lasting and sustained benefits, even after initial treatment
• Pose minimal risk of allergic reaction or rejection
• Deliver gradual and natural-looking results
• Involve minimally invasive procedures
• Can be combined effectively with other aesthetic procedures
• Are generally suitable for all skin types
• Result in a more naturally youthful appearance

Types of Regenerative Aesthetics Treatments

The field of regenerative aesthetics offers diverse treatments. These innovative skin treatments rejuvenate and enhance appearance naturally.

Here are some current regenerative treatments available in Canada:

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

PRP Therapy uses the natural healing properties in our blood. A blood sample is taken from the patient. Red blood cells are removed via centrifugation. The remaining PRP is then injected into the skin.

PRP was successful in treating sports injuries. Its use then expanded into medical aesthetics. The growth factors in PRP help initiate repair. This stimulates collagen production and improves skin texture. PRP can be applied topically with microneedling. It can also treat thinning hair successfully.

Exosome Therapy

Exosomes are tiny delivery packages. Cells use them to communicate with each other. They contain important signaling molecules. These include growth factors and genetic material. They play a crucial role in regulating cellular processes.

When used in treatment, exosomes send signals to nearby cells. They encourage them to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. This makes exosome therapy promising for tissue injuries. It also helps with joint problems and skin rejuvenation.

In exosome therapy, these tiny vesicles are isolated from a source. This is often mesenchymal stem cells. They are then purified and applied to the treatment area. In aesthetic treatments, exosomes accelerate healing. They decrease inflammation and stimulate the skin. The skin looks and behaves like younger skin.

Fat Grafting

Fat grafting is also known as fat transfer or lipofilling. It involves harvesting a patient’s fat from one body area. This is usually done through liposuction. The fat is then injected into another area. This area needs volume restoration or enhancement. It is typically done as a surgical procedure.

Sculptra® Dermal Filler

Sculptra® works with the body to restore lost collagen. It is made of a biocompatible material. This biodegradable synthetic material is called poly-L-lactic acid. It works within the deep dermis. It restores the skin’s inner structure and volume. Results from Sculptra® are gradual and natural. They lead to longer-lasting improvements in wrinkles. They also improve skin firmness and overall skin quality.

Radiesse® Dermal Filler

Radiesse® is a dermal filler known for adding volume. It also stimulates collagen production in the skin. It is commonly used to address wrinkles and facial folds. These include nasolabial folds and marionette lines. It also adds contour to the cheeks, chin, and jawline.

Hyperdilute Radiesse® goes one step further. It allows a more subtle and natural-looking enhancement. It maintains the filler’s regenerative properties. Referred to as “The Fabulous 5”, its regenerative effects include:

• Increase of type I collagen
• Increase of type III collagen
• Increased production of elastin
• Stimulation of proteoglycans, increasing hydration in the skin
• Stimulation of angiogenesis, improving blood flow and nutrient delivery to the skin

Who Is the Ideal Candidate for Regenerative Aesthetics?

In general, regenerative aesthetics may be appropriate for those:

• Who are concerned about aging
• With skincare concerns
• Who suffer from hair loss
• Seeking a natural-looking result
• Who prefer non-surgical options with lasting results

Regenerative aesthetics treatments are generally safe and well-tolerated. However, some people may not be suitable candidates. These include people with:

• Bleeding disorders or severe autoimmune diseases
• Active infections
• Allergies or sensitivities to the components used in treatments

Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid these treatments. Certain medications or medical conditions may also be contraindicated. Anyone with poor wound healing or scarring should undergo a medical risk assessment first.

Learn Regenerative Aesthetics at APT Injection Training

Regenerative aesthetics offers a groundbreaking approach. It provides natural-looking rejuvenation and tissue repair. This is done without plastic surgery. By incorporating these procedures, you embrace the future of medical aesthetics!

APT Injection Training is the leading provider of injection training courses. These internationally-recognized courses are for doctors and licensed medical professionals. Contact us today to learn more about our training programs.