What is AFA?
An Advanced Facial Analysis (AFA) is a concept unique to SkinViva.
An AFA takes a consultation to the next level, involving the most in depth analysis of your facial structure that you’ve ever experienced.
This is the exact opposite of troubleshooting a specific area or irregularity. The whole face is reviewed with a systematic yet holistic approach which encompasses:
- Scientific assessment of the face, using mathematical rules of proportion
- Anatomical knowledge of facial physiology
- Expert knowledge on the aesthetics of balance and ageing
The objective is to identify the most appropriate treatment plan which will deliver a result which is utterly sympathetic, never overdone and simply lovely to look at.
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Anatomy and Aesthetics
Considerations for Advanced Facial Analysis
Anatomy
The ageing process involves change to a range of facial structures, including:
- Skin
- Muscle
- Bone
- Fat
- Teeth
These physical changes change how we look and also, crucially, how we feel about our appearance. Any tailored treatment plan resulting from AFA will consider all the facial constituents.
Aesthetics
This encompasses:
- Scientific rules on ratios – position of facial features and the proportions relative to other facial structures
- Volume and contours or shadows
- Lines or creases
Our Aesthetic Clinicians will also discuss and assess any emotional impact of appearance. As many of our patients will be aware, facial appearance can make a person look tired, cross, unhappy, angry – even if they’re not. This can be considered and assessed as part of the AFA process.
Advantages of an AFA
Advanced Facial Analysis
- An AFA is a system we have developed that methodically analyses your face in the context of your personal goals so we can find the perfect treatment plan to make you happy.
- It will protect you from looking ‘done’ or unnatural, as the analysis is grounded in established scientific rules on proportion and in anatomical knowledge.
- It will give you confidence in knowing the path you need to take to maximise your happiness.
- You should feel certain about how each element of a plan is working towards meeting your specific goal.
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Treatments may involve use of BOTOX injections to calm muscle movement. BOTOX can be used to create a lifting effect as well as smoothing the skin.
Dermal fillers may also be involved, to gently address the facial proportions, bringing them closely to the mathematical ideas of perfect balance.
The detailed consultation means that you'll have a full assessment and explanation of the clinician's recommendations including all the risks as well as benefits, so that you can make a fully informed decision as to what's right for you.
At SkinViva, our ethos is based on achieving a natural look. We expect you to look like you, but a fresher and lovelier version.
Much depends on your treatment options, so we'll discuss timings with you during the Advanced Facial Analysis appointment.
