MilliOnAir presents the King and Queen of the aesthetic world.
''Dr Ioannis Liakas and
Vicky Grammatikopoulou''
Their clients include celebrities, top models and even royalty. Dr Liakas is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary’s Medical School and an Associate Member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine.
Before moving into the business side of aesthetics, Ms Grammatikopoulou specialised in training teachers and was a university lecturer.
Together, they are Vie Aesthetics, and run leading clinics in Harley Street, Germany and Southend. Each month they will be answering your questions on beauty, aesthetics, skincare and lifestyle.
Q, People regularly mistake me for being ten years younger than my actual age. To be honest, I have been having Botox since my late twenties and I take pride in my appearance. Recently, however, I have noticed that my neck has started to look wrinkly and is sagging. I have even started to wear scarves and high neck tops in an attempt to cover the area! What treatment options are there that I can have done to rejuvenate my neck area? Hayley Popular, Southend, Essex.
A, It is great that you are still so young. It is very true that many people tend to focus on their face and completely forget their neck. There is good news, as there are currently a variety of treatments available on the market that can give amazing results:
a) HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
This method utilises ultrasonic thermal waves, which act to tighten the skin, thus rejuvenating its appearance. It artificially stimulates collagen production, filling and plumping the skin to make it appear smoother and more youthful.
b) HA Filler
This process encompasses several/multiple small injections of filler into the skin on the neck area, which will, in turn, improve its appearance and will reverse the effects of aging.
c) PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy)
This works by taking a sample of your blood, isolating the plasma within the sample and then injecting it back into your skin. The healing and regenerating properties of the plasma will increase the firmness of your skin.
d) Combining all or some of the above
It is important to acknowledge, however, that each person’s requirements may differ and so these should be discussed and a specific plan formulated as part of your consultation.