Evolution and Expansion of Aesthetic Medicine: Bridging Disciplines for Comprehensive Beauty Enhancement

To the Editor: Aesthetic medicine, ming to improve patient appearance and beauty by assisting in mntning, modifying, or reshaping their bodily aesthetics, has evolved as a distinct discipline from its parent disciplines such as plastic surgery, dermatology, dentistry, traditional Chinese medicine, medical technology, healthcare technology, psychology, among others. Aesthetic medicine encompasses these branches, sharing common objectives of enhancing the natural beauty and appearance of individuals.

Modern aesthetic medicine distinguishes itself with several characteristics compared to its parent disciplines:

1. Target Population: The focus shifts from patients with medical conditions requiring clinical intervention towards healthy individuals seeking enhancement in their physical appearances due to self-perceived defects or desires for aesthetic improvement.

2. Psychological State: Aesthetic seekers exhibit distinct psychological states that differ from those of traditional patient populations, often related to body image concerns and personal expectations regarding aesthetics.

3. m of Intervention: Unlike the primary goal of saving patients in clinical medicine, modern aesthetic medicine enhance beauty through comprehensive techniques that integrate clinical skills with body aesthetics knowledge.

4. Techniques Used: The field employs a broad range of techniques beyond traditional medical practices, integrating medical aesthetics and diagnostic methods from psychology alongside various clinical procedures.

5. Sociological Considerations: Modern aesthetic medicine adheres to unique ethical standards, medical sociology principles, legal frameworks tlored specifically for this discipline rather than relying on the established norms in clinical medicine.

Given the rising demand for social aesthetics and advancements in modern medical sciences, the field of aesthetic medicine is poised to expand further, potentially incorporating new disciplines like stem cell technology. The integration of traditional Chinese medicine will also gn prominence due to its minimally invasive nature.

Academician D-Ming Fan has advocated for holistic integrated medicine that incorporates contemporary theories, efficacious clinical practices, and societal considerations to improve health outcomes and facilitate the treatment of diseases more effectively. This viewpoint suggests that modern Chinese aesthetic medicine might evolve into a comprehensive discipline encompassing anti-aging healthcare aesthetics, endocrine rejuvenation, homeopathy, internal medicine, among others.

, modern aesthetic medicine is poised for expansion as its interdisciplinary nature supports both innovation and diversification in service provision. It may soon emerge alongside clinical medicine, preventive medicine, and rehabilitation medicine as one of the core areas in medical practice.

Cited References:

1 China National Committee for Terms in Sciences and Technologies 2015. Medical Aesthetics Aesthetic Medical Terminology in Chinese. Beijing: Science Press.

2 Peng QX, Feng LF, Wang XY, Ouyang XP 2015. Talks on aesthetic medical discipline in Chinese. Chin J Aesthetic Plast Surg 2:125–127.

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4 Gao JH, Yuan JL 2018. Discussion the basic issues of aesthetic medicine discipline agn in Chinese. Chin J Aesthetic Plast Surg 29:190–191.

5 Peng QX, Zhang QL, Gao JH, Feng LF 2016. Discussion on modern aesthetic medicine discipline and its classification in Chinese. Natl Med J China 96:3862–3865.

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