The Forehead Bone
Study on the Aging of the Forehead Bone by Dr. Konstantin Frank et al.
Abstract: The study examined age-related and gender-related changes in the frontal bone and forehead. Cranial computed tomographic (CT) images from 157 Caucasian individuals were analyzed… (2023-06-03)
Anti-aging is a three-dimensional process
To achieve optimal results from fat grafting for facial rejuvenation, 3-dimensional ageing must be considered. Dr. Kai Kaye and Dr. Gabriela Casabona discuss
Abstract: When the face begins to lose both bony and soft tissue this leaves the skin with less ‘bulk’ and leads towards a more concave facial contour with reduced projection and sagging skin.…
This article outlines Dr. Kai Kaye & Dr. Gabriela Casabona’s algorithmic, area-based approach which takes the type of fat, layers needing restoration, and overall desired effect or patient expectations into account. The approach encompasses six main areas of treatment. (2023-03-01)
A Systematic Approach to Non-Surgical Neck Rejuvenation
Gabriela Casabona shares her seven-step approach to treat skin laxity and restore volume to the neck
Abstract: Aesthetic procedures can have a positive impact on self esteem and therefore improve lifestyle; rejuvenation of the neck is a highly popular request from patients seeking improvement of their appearance…
Therefore, when addressing neck rejuvenation in a patient over 45, it is more likely that the skin will require thickening as well as to add support to the skin below the dermis by adding or restoring the lost fat layer…
We observed the results from a pool of Ocean Clinic’s neck rejuvenation patients over the last five years and recognised that each was satisfied when there was a certain pattern in their treatment plan… (2023-01-07)
Temporal Fillers Effects
Study shows temporal fillers can lift & volumize other regions of the face
Full-face effects of temporal volumizing and lifting techniques
Abstract: Soft tissue filler injections are constantly on the rise in popularity due to their effectiveness in alleviating the signs of facial aging. The following study was carried out to investigate the facial volumizing and lifting effects of fillers applied to the temporal region… (2022-08-17)
Systematic Approach to Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation
Presentation made at the MIPSS meeting, Marbella 2022 by Dr. Gabriela Casabona.
Abstract: What is the importance of being systematic when approaching facial rejuvenation? An introduction to the following, important steps:
- Knowing your patients
- Understanding complexities
- Regions versus treatments
- What to choose
- Where to start
- Combinations and anatomy
- Safety vs effectiveness… (2022-07-29)
Team Building and Leadership
How to maintain a highly functional private practice
Abstract: Dr. Kai Kaye, speaking on the topic of team building and leadership within a private practice and how to create, and maintain, a smooth running, successful business.
When setting up a private practice, as Dr. Kaye did himself 16 years ago, he had to ask himself all these questions. It took time and focus and he found that leadership, team building and organisational skills were vital aspects of the practice running well as a whole.
Team building is essential, including the team in activities or social events, and ensuring that there is schedule one on one time with each member of staff each month makes for a happy and “heard” workforce…
The team leader needs to be a role model; you can’t expect something of your employees if you do not set the right example yourself. Be a role model, inspire, coach and innovate… (2022-07-23)
G Point lift - The latest technique
Lifting the lid on under-eye fillers
Abstract: A study, led by Gabriela Casabona MD et al. from Ocean Clinic, Marbella, based on where to best position facial soft-tissue fillers, was carried out to look into a new injection protocol which makes use of the advances in the understanding of facial anatomy…
This study describes the results of a new injection algorithm respecting newly conceived anatomical concepts. Data received from 306 patients having received the same soft-tissue fillers using the same technique were used to determine the results… (2022-04-23)
Do facial ligaments affect injectable filler procedures?
Lifting vs Volumising - A Study Led by Gabriela Casabona MD, Ocean Clinic
Abstract: Injectable fillers are becoming more and more popular and a regular treatment for helping to alleviate the signs of ageing, especially in the face where volume has been lost over time…
The application of soft-tissue filler replaces this lost volume reflating the targeted facial fat compartments, restoring tension in ligaments, and giving the face a fuller, back-to-youth appearance…
Recently the concept of the line of ligaments has been introduced as a factor to consider when trying to achieve optimum results. The facial layers are arranged differently to the anatomical makeup of ligaments…
The focus of the study was to analyse soft-tissue facial fillers applied, to a split face, in varying sequences… (2022-03-31)