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Aesthetic procedures are non-surgical or minimally invasive treatments intended to refresh the appearance of the skin, soften selected visible signs of ageing or address a specific cosmetic concern. The most appropriate treatment depends on the patient’s skin, medical history, expectations and the outcome they hope to achieve. Hout Bay Family Medical Centre provides medical consultations for selected aesthetic procedures at our established GP practice in Hout Bay, Cape Town. Dr Harald Weber has experience and a professional interest in interventional medicine, including surgical and aesthetic procedures.
Our approach begins with an individual medical assessment. The doctor will discuss your concerns, explain which options may be suitable and ensure that you understand the expected benefits, limitations, possible risks and aftercare before deciding whether to proceed.
Aesthetic procedures are treatments performed primarily to improve or refresh a person’s appearance rather than to treat an illness. Depending on the procedure, treatment may focus on the skin’s texture, facial lines, volume, pigmentation or another specific cosmetic concern.
These procedures may be non-surgical or involve a relatively small in-room treatment. Although they may appear straightforward, aesthetic treatments still require appropriate medical knowledge, careful patient selection, sterile technique and a clear understanding of facial and skin anatomy.
No aesthetic procedure can guarantee a particular result. Outcomes vary according to the treatment selected, the condition of the skin, the area treated, the patient’s age and health, and the way the body responds.
Every patient has different features, priorities and expectations. A treatment that is appropriate for one person may not be suitable for another.
Before recommending an aesthetic procedure, the doctor will consider:
The aim of the consultation is to provide honest medical guidance rather than to encourage unnecessary treatment. In some cases, the doctor may recommend delaying a procedure, choosing a different option or seeking assessment from a dermatologist, plastic surgeon or another appropriately qualified practitioner.
Patients may arrange an aesthetic consultation to discuss concerns such as:
Not every concern can or should be managed through an in-room aesthetic procedure. Some conditions require prescription treatment, specialist dermatological care, surgery or no medical intervention at all.
The practice should add its confirmed treatment list to this section once the exact procedures, products and equipment available have been approved by the doctors.
Your first appointment is an opportunity to explain what concerns you and what you hope to achieve. The doctor may ask when you first noticed the concern, whether it has changed and whether you have previously undergone any cosmetic treatment.
The treatment area will be examined, and photographs may be recommended for assessment or comparison where appropriate and with your consent.
The consultation should cover:
Patients considering cosmetic treatment should have a consultation with the practitioner who will perform the procedure and should be given an opportunity to understand the treatment, risks and likely outcome before making a decision.
You should never feel pressured to proceed immediately. Where appropriate, you may choose to take time to consider the information before booking treatment.
Please give the doctor a complete and accurate medical history before undergoing an aesthetic procedure.
Tell the doctor if you:
Do not stop using prescribed medication unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so.
Previous aesthetic treatments should also be disclosed, including when they were performed, which areas were treated and which products were used where known.
Preparation depends on the specific treatment. The doctor will provide instructions based on the procedure and your medical history.
General preparation may include:
Do not make changes to prescribed medication without medical advice.
The treatment process will vary according to the procedure selected. Before treatment begins, the doctor will confirm the area being treated and review the expected outcome, risks and aftercare.
The skin may be cleaned, marked or photographed. Depending on the procedure, a topical or local anaesthetic may be used to minimise discomfort.
Some treatments take only a short time, while others require a longer appointment. You should tell the doctor immediately if you feel unwell or experience unexpected pain, dizziness or other concerning symptoms.
Aesthetic treatments should be performed by an appropriately trained and experienced practitioner in a suitable clinical environment. Cosmetic treatments carry risks like other medical procedures, even when they are described as non-surgical or minimally invasive.
The expected recovery will depend on the type of treatment, the area treated and your individual response.
Temporary effects may include:
Some treatments provide a gradual change rather than an immediate result. Swelling or redness may initially affect the appearance of the treated area, so the final outcome should not always be judged immediately after the procedure.
The doctor will explain when improvement may become visible and whether follow-up or maintenance treatment may be needed.
Follow the instructions provided for your specific treatment. These may include:
Do not apply unapproved products or attempt to massage, puncture or manipulate the treatment area unless the doctor has specifically advised you to do so.
Every aesthetic procedure has possible risks. These vary considerably according to the type of treatment performed.
Possible complications may include:
Before proceeding, the doctor should explain the risks relevant to the proposed treatment and what support will be available if a complication occurs.
Choosing a suitably qualified, trained and insured practitioner and having a proper consultation can help reduce avoidable risk.
A good outcome should support a natural and balanced appearance rather than create pressure to pursue repeated or unnecessary procedures.
An aesthetic procedure may need to be delayed or avoided when:
The doctor may also decline to perform a treatment when it falls outside the procedures offered by the practice or requires specialist expertise, equipment or emergency support.
Referral to a dermatologist, plastic surgeon or another qualified medical specialist may be recommended when:
Referral does not mean that treatment cannot be provided. It helps ensure that the procedure takes place in the safest and most appropriate setting.
Hout Bay Family Medical Centre provides medical consultations for selected aesthetic procedures at our trusted family GP practice in Cape Town. Dr Harald Weber has a professional interest in dermatology, interventional medicine, surgical procedures and aesthetics.
Patients looking for doctor-led aesthetic procedures in Hout Bay, a medical aesthetic consultation or professional advice about a cosmetic skin concern can arrange an appointment with Hout Bay Family Medical Centre.
Our practice provides a private, professional medical environment where your health, safety and individual goals remain central to the consultation and treatment process.
Hout Bay Family Medical Centre is located at 19 Brighton Street, on the corner of Brighton Street and Albert Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town.
Contact the practice promptly if you develop unexpected or worsening symptoms after an aesthetic treatment, including:
Seek emergency medical assistance for difficulty breathing, facial or throat swelling, collapse, severe chest pain, sudden visual changes or signs of a serious allergic reaction.
