Ep 174 News from Europe & Making Sense of Aesthetic Tribalism | Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal

Episode 174 showcases our hosts Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal We start by discussing the economic strain we're experiencing globally and try to predict how hyper-inflation and rising interest rates might affect injectors and clinics. We then explore Dr Jake's key takeaways from his European trip to his ultrasound and injecting course, IMCAS, Science of Aging & the Beauty Through Science conferences including: - Ultrasound in facial aesthetics - New toxins - New fillers with new crosslinking technology - Allergan's new hybrid injectable, 'HarmonyCa' - Fat dissolving, the forgotten treatment! In the second half of the podcast we explore the phenomenon of tribalism and polarisation within aesthetics. After an aesthetic injectors story on Instagram went viral amongst the aesthetic community last week, we explore why emotions run so high and try to make some sense of it all. 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Workforce Shortages and Rising Costs   04:55 Interest Rates and Economic Pressures on Clinics   10:59 How Consumer Spending May Change in Aesthetics   18:27 Chain Clinics Versus Boutique Practices   26:25 Key Learnings From the International Conference   33:29 Why Ultrasound Is Becoming More Important   41:37 Managing Complications With Better Imaging   48:53 New Anti Aging Research and Future Treatments   52:09 Emerging Hybrid Fillers and Skin Quality Solutions   61:45 New Toxins and Changing Product Landscape   68:49 Why Fat Dissolving Treatments Are Losing Attention   76:38 Social Media Influence and Industry Misinformation   80:09 Tribalism Between Brands and Training Groups   86:34 Importance of Open Discussion and Critical Thinking   90:43 Final Reflections on the Future of Aesthetic Medicine ALL IA LINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION