Anti-aging Seminar

Wow... great seminar. Yesterday I went to a seminar that was put on by a company called GUNA, and Dr. Frasca, a plastic surgeon from Torino, Italy. She used to do a lot of face lifts and fillers and has moved away from invasive procedures and is actually using homeopathic remedies, like homeopathic collage, among others, to inject into wrinkles, stretch marks, scars, and cellulite. She still uses botox and some fillers and lasers but has changed her practice dramatically. It was fascinating to hear her speak and listen to her experiences and have her share her knowledge. It was also interesting to hear how many medical doctors and plastic surgeons in Italy (and most of Europe) are open to natural therapeutics and how women (mostly) view skin care not as a luxury but as a necessity.

Of course Anna and I did the seminar together, and my friend and fellow colleague Aileen also came. It was wonderful because the first hour was theory and then the rest of seminar was all practical. We worked on our thighs, our faces, our arms... any surface we could get our hands on. The older ladies in the seminar were quick to volunteer when Dr. Frasca needed some models to show the technique!!!

Right now I've been doing the cosmetic acupuncture on most ladies wanting a little anti-aging treatment. It's been great for the middle-age demographic with a fairly decent lifestyle (water, non-smoker, exercise) but it's been harder to get good results with older women unless they are willing to come in for 15 or 20 sessions. Cosmetic acupuncture is also an hour long where as this technique is 15 minutes. The acupuncture is fantastic as it is a whole treatment approach, and with a few sessions other minor health concerns disappear! I can definitely see myself incorporating this new technique into my practice.

Even though she doesn't know yet, my mom of course will be my first 'patient'... I'm glad she doesn't use the internet and can't read this!