Creating a Comprehensive Treatment Plan Using the Latest Advancements in Aesthetics | by Linda Pitt
Post-Treatment
iS Clinical ’ s Pure Care Collection Post-Procedure Home Regimen : helps to reduce redness and calms and soothes the skin .
By providing the patient with a post-care kit to utilize following their treatment , the uncertainty surrounding what they can and cannot use is removed . iS Clinical ’ s Sheald Recovery Balm is safe to use on both ablative and non-ablative laser treatments . When doing a series of treatments , we can instruct patients to use the kit for 3 to 4 days , while reserving the remainder of the kit for the subsequent treatment .
At the follow-up appointment , I will transition the patient to a personalized skincare regimen . It is important to inform patients with rosacea and melasma that these are chronic skin conditions and that the best results come from using topicals in between consultations . I have patients use the iS Clinical Brightening Complex and Brightening Serum with a good SPF daily when treating any kind of pigmentation and photodamage or melasma . One could compare it to brushing and flossing your teeth in between your dental appointments .
Maintenance
You should describe to your patients how the treatment plan is just the beginning and will change over time .
When patients inquire about how long their results will last , I share with them that it varies from person to person and depends on a variety of factors . For instance , having a good skincare regimen will help enhance and maintain results , as will avoiding exposure to UV rays and maintaining a healthy lifestyle . Additionally , my rule of thumb is to plan an in-office procedure every season .
Patient expectations can be managed by showing them before and after images with a variety of possible outcomes . Try to show them images they can relate to .
Give the patient a copy of their plan to refer to as there is a lot of information to retain in 30 minutes . You should also have a copy in their chart to refer to and help keep the plan on track . Include information on the treatments that you have recommended and any financing options available .
Remember , your goal is not only to get great results for your patients but to build long-lasting relationships and return customers for your practice
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