Ep 170 Part 1 The Origins of Soft Tissue Filler Adverse Events | Dr Tom Decates

Episode 170 hosts Dr Tom Decates (Cosmetic Physicial based in Amsterdam, Holland) Tom is a Cosmetic Physician who also specialises in cosmetic complications. He works at the Erasmus University Hopsital where he and his colleagues offer the only filler complications centre in the world. He has undertaken formal research in the field and completed his PhD in 2021 entitled, 'The origin of soft tissue filler adverse events'.  Part 1 (this episode) is available to listen to on all of your favourite podcast apps.  Part 2 will be available exclusively on our new app called IA Community launching in May (Click here to join our waitlist) 00:00 Introduction   01:03 Meet Dr Tom Decates 04:55 Types of Serious Filler Complications Explained   10:59 Why Managing Expectations Is Critical   18:27 How the Immune System Responds to Filler   26:25 Early Versus Delayed Inflammatory Reactions   33:29 Understanding Lumps, Nodules and Infections   41:37 Role of Bacteria and Biofilm Formation   48:53 Importance of Proper Skin Cleaning and Hygiene   52:09 Dental Health and Hidden Infection Risks   61:45 Psychological Impact of Complications on Patients   68:49 Supporting Patients Through Adverse Events   76:38 COVID Vaccines and Filler Reactions Explained   80:09 Genetic Predisposition and DNA Risk Testing   86:34 Why Smaller Volumes May Reduce Risk   90:43 Key Safety Lessons and Preparing for Part Two ALL IA LINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION