Cosmetic Dermatology
"My work reflects the rigorous German ethic - honest and high
quality with creative attention to detail and an emphasis on safety. Realistic and never overdone."
Dr Stefanie, MD, Dermatologist®
Considering a cosmetic procedure? To achieve the best possible, low-risk results it's vital to choose the right practitioner. Dermatologists are in a unique position to combine expertise in cosmetic treatments with in-depth knowledge of skin biology and conditions. All Dermatologists have undergone rigorous training in their specialty and have been assessed by their country's medical examination boards. In Continental Europe, Cosmetic Dermatology has become an integrated part of General Dermatology, ensuring the highest quality and safety standards possible.
The great thing about choosing a Dermatologist for your cosmetic treatments is that whether your skin concerns are medical or cosmetic, you'll visit the same, one-stop clinic for them all. When you next come for botulinum toxin ('Botox'), say, we can check your moles at the same time, prescribe treatment for your breakouts or discuss any other of your skin concerns.
Your peace of mind is paramount. So, unlike clinics where initial consultations are performed by nurses or non-medical sales staff, you will see our Dermatologist for both the consultation and the cosmetic procedure. Consultations with our Dermatologist, Dr Stefanie cost £195 for new patients and £150 for returning patients. These fees are redeemable against any treatment you book. We advise caution if a clinic offers a free consultation, as this is often rather sales driven.
As a boutique clinic with a personal touch, we pride ourselves on treating our patients as if they were friends or family. It's important to us that you don't feel rushed or pressured as might happen in larger clinic chains, so we also allow generous time slots for each appointment.
Transparency, honesty and reassurance
We passionately believe in being open and non-pushy in all aspects of our service. While many clinics are reluctant to disclose prices on their websites, you'll notice that we give an honest estimate wherever possible. Naturally, the exact price will depend on factors such as the amount and type of product involved, which may only become clear in clinic.
Our focus is on investing in the best possible products and equipment and our prices reflect that. Offering you a pleasant, relaxing and clean environment that you will enjoy coming back to is as important to us as continuous staff training and up-to-the-minute clinical research. Our emphasis is on sustaining the highest quality experience in all aspects, all the way through.
A final note - all the 'before and after' photographs in our Cosmetic Dermatology section are of our own patients - never generic pictures issued by suppliers as may happen elsewhere. And rest assured that none of our 'before and after' images are retouched!
A holistic approach
Non-surgical procedures that help you to look your best whatever your age are increasingly popular. They're also becoming more and more advanced. Modern Cosmetic Dermatology addresses three key problem areas - lines and wrinkles; loss of volume and contour; and skin surface and texture. Dr Stefanie calls this The 3-D Approach to Cosmetic Dermatology™ and she has published an article about this in a peer-reviewed, international journal.
The best aesthetic results are achieved by a holistic approach combining different treatment methods to address the whole face and all its three areas of skin ageing. When this has been done successfully by an experienced practitioner, you can get fantastic results without surgery. You may have heard the term 'liquid face lift' to describe this non-surgical whole face approach.
We also know how important the appearance of your chest, neck and hands is to your total self-image and we can evaluate and treat these exposed skin areas, too. The confidence of knowing that you look your best has been shown in scientific studies to be a significant factor in improving self-esteem.
The 'signature look' we always aim for is natural, balanced and harmonious. People might comment on how good you look, or ask whether you've been on holiday rather than suspecting you may have had 'something done.'
