Information of interest about aesthetic medicine specialists

What does an aesthetic doctor do?

An aesthetic doctor focuses on improving, maintaining and restoring facial and body aesthetics through non-surgical or minimally invasive treatments. Many procedures are carried out using topical or local anaesthesia and are performed on an outpatient basis.

Why are you referred to an aesthetic doctor?

In most cases, there is no medical referral. Patients usually book an appointment themselves to improve aesthetic concerns about their appearance that they feel self-conscious about or wish to address proactively.

When should you see an aesthetic doctor?

You may wish to visit an aesthetic doctor when you want to prevent or improve visible signs such as ageing, skin changes or localised fat deposits. It may also be helpful after hormonal changes, weight fluctuations or as part of the natural ageing process.

Aesthetic medicine is becoming increasingly common: around 38 million procedures are performed worldwide every year, most of them non-surgical treatments, according to ISAPS. You may wish to seek advice if you are concerned about an aesthetic change that does not improve over time, affects how you feel about yourself, or if you would like to explore suitable treatment options with a doctor.

Why choose an aesthetic doctor?

Because they assess each case individually and recommend the most appropriate treatment according to the objective: prevention, rejuvenation or aesthetic improvement of a specific area.

Types of patients who see an aesthetic medicine specialist

People who wish to improve their facial or body appearance. This may be due to ageing, hormonal changes, weight fluctuations or personal aesthetic concerns.

What conditions does an aesthetic medicine specialist treat?

Ageing
Loss of skin texture and quality
Skin laxity
Skin pigmentation and dark spots
Skin redness
Reduced skin hydration
Localised fat
Cellulite
Excessive sweating
Excess hair growth
Dark under-eye circles
Stretch marks

Preparing for an appointment with an aesthetic doctor

It is recommended to attend with clean skin, without make-up (in the case of facial treatments), and to discuss your medical history, recent weight or hormonal changes, and the aesthetic goals you would like to achieve.

What tests or treatments may an aesthetic doctor recommend?

How can I book an appointment with an aesthetic doctor?

At Top Doctors, you can book a consultation with a leading aesthetic doctor in just one click and choose from specialists and clinics available in your area.

Which is the best aesthetic medicine clinic in UK?

At Top Doctors, we work with leading clinics specialising in aesthetic medicine, equipped with advanced technology and highly qualified specialists.

Related content about aesthetic medicine

Find additional information to better understand treatments, indications and available options within aesthetic medicine.

Sources

International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. (2024). Global survey on aesthetic procedures. https://www.isaps.org
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. (2022). Impact of minimally invasive aesthetic procedures on psychosocial wellbeing. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9122280/
Global Study on Aging and Aesthetic Medicine. (2025). Perceptions about aging and aesthetics. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12663535/

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