Inside Aesthetics Ep 71 An Introduction to Lasers | Dr Davin Lim
Episode 71 hosts Dr Davin Lim (Dermatologist from Brisbane, Australia)
Davin is an expert in cosmetic dermatology and is especially well known for his work that utilises laser devices. If you've not come across Dr Lim's hugely popular Instagram or YouTube profiles, he discusses dermatology topics with a totally unbiased and fun approach.
We drill down into the basics of lasers, what they are, the types, how we choose one over another, the good, the bad and everything in between.
0:00 Introduction 1:04 Meet Dr Davin Lim 3:19 Career Background and Early Training 5:16 Moving From Marine Biology to Medicine 9:44 Dermatology Specialization and Interest in Lasers 11:56 Training in Ireland and the UK 14:01 Skin Cancer Trends and Sun Exposure Risks 16:30 Public Awareness and Prevention Challenges 18:16 Why Choose Cosmetic Dermatology 23:53 Early Days of Dermal Fillers 27:02 Fat Transfer Versus Hyaluronic Acid Fillers 30:22 Evolution of Cosmetic Procedures 33:44 Current Clinic Structure and Services 37:39 Balancing Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology 41:39 Most Common Procedures in Practice 45:36 Fully Ablative Versus Fractional Lasers 48:05 Understanding Laser Technology Basics 51:43 Fractional Versus Non Fractional Treatments 57:32 Choosing the Right Laser for Each Condition 1:01:04 Role of IPL and Broadband Light Devices 1:03:30 Why Clinics Need Multiple Devices 1:07:48 Cost and Investment in Laser Equipment 1:12:19 Common Indications for Laser Treatments 1:16:00 Treating Pigmentation, Wrinkles and Skin Texture 1:19:56 Limits of Skin Tightening Technology 1:22:22 Predictability of Non Surgical Tightening 1:25:07 Radiofrequency and Ultrasound Devices 1:27:43 Risks of Fat Loss and Device Complications 1:30:37 Combining Skin Treatments With Injectables 1:33:59 Improving Skin Quality Before Volume Treatments 1:36:53 Challenges in Patient Education and Expectations 1:39:25 Advances in Laser Technology Over Time 1:42:10 Importance of Operator Skill and Experience 1:44:30 Preparing Patients for Laser Procedures 1:48:40 Sedation and Pain Management Approaches 1:53:30 Treatment Duration and Technique 1:55:45 Recovery Timeline and Downtime Expectations 2:00:30 Managing Redness and Healing After Treatment 2:03:05 Treating the Body Versus the Face 2:05:40 Use of Biostimulatory Fillers for Skin Quality 2:10:55 Handling Complications and Emergency Referrals 2:13:30 Documentation and Risk Management 2:18:00 Future of Laser Technology 2:20:15 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up