As the access to cosmetic, aesthetic, and well-being treatments becomes more widely available and breakthroughs are made in the way professionals treat skin conditions and ageing concerns like fine lines and wrinkles, consumer expectations are also evolving.
Many want more personalised, effective products and therapies that make visible, sustainable improvements to their appearance and self-esteem. They also want to be offered customised treatment plans from practitioners they can trust to deliver the expected outcomes.
The Aura 3D Imaging System is one of those innovations that is changing the industry. As the first private clinic in the UK to offer this service, the team at Meyer Clinic in Chichester has shared with us how it works, why it matters, and the impacts it can have on the results the multi-award-winning team achieves for its clients.
Aura 3D Imaging: How 3D Scanning Augments Aesthetic Treatments
We were delighted to have the opportunity to invest in our very own Aura 3D Imaging system and to lead the British aesthetics and cosmetics market in offering our valued clients more dynamic, bespoke solutions that go beyond general skin analytics.
3D imaging, in a nutshell, uses multiple high-performance lights and cameras to develop a precise 3D digital model of each client's face and neck, providing unparalleled accuracy. We can study the texture, health, and geometry of each client's features and use this to inform our treatment approaches.
Capturing different expressions and developing a custom 3D model isn't just about showing how a particular treatment may look; it means we can be intentional in measuring the differences in volume and elasticity in different areas and use advanced data metrics to plan bespoke treatments we know will have the desired impact.
Although many Meyer Clinic clients are loyal customers we love working with and supporting throughout their journey to optimal health and well-being, we also speak with those new to the practice, and for whom the technicalities and names of certain therapies, products or treatments can feel complex and confusing.
Digital models are easy to explain and entirely user-friendly. They give us a way to explain visually which treatments we suggest, making it easier for those who haven't tried any cosmetic enhancements or therapies before to make confident decisions about the treatments that are right for them.
What Happens During an Aura 3D Imaging Consultation?
Rest assured that creating your high-fidelity digital twin isn't uncomfortable or time-consuming. As always, we ensure our clients are relaxed and at ease from the moment they walk through our doors.
We'll take all the time you need to discuss any concerns or areas of dissatisfaction you may have with your appearance or skin tone. That might include common issues like enlarged pores, brown spots, skin texture, wrinkles, and sun damage, or be a good opportunity to explain each step of the 3D imaging process before we begin.
When you're ready, we'll ask you to sit comfortably in front of the device, using clips or a headband to ensure your hair isn't covering your face. Then, we'll initiate the scan, which uses advanced digital data capture technology.
The Aura device processes that data to develop your 3D profile, which we store securely and can refer back to after treatments, facials or nutritional changes, and in conjunction with other services such as hormonal analytics. This ensures you can see the tangible differences in your skin quality and appearance and decide whether or not you would like or need any further interventions.
Our philosophy is centred on holistic, whole-person care, which means we want our customers to have all the information they need at every step, knowing they can place their trust in our skilled practitioners and clinicians.
Having this depth of data gives us the ability to communicate our recommendations visually and ensure that any cosmetic interventions, such as anti-wrinkle injections or dermal fillers, are applied in a highly targeted, accurate manner in the areas where they can augment your natural beauty without creating imbalances or over-exaggerations of your natural features.
The Benefits of Bespoke Facial Analytics in Aesthetics and Wellness
There are numerous reasons we might suggest using the Aura 3D Imaging system, and this isn't confined to clients interested in cosmetic enhancements—it can also track changes in skin quality, monitor progress in addressing concerns, and measure skin health.
If, for instance, a client is considering a jawline enhancement or non-surgical facelift, they might like to have access to an accurate 3D scan with analytics of each angle, structure and measurement between their features to visualise the results.
In other cases, clients may have long struggled with skin inflammation, acne scarring, or facial veins. We can use the exacting data collated during a 3D scan to map the affected areas and determine whether a treatment like LED light therapy or polynucleotides would be most effective.
The key is to present the real-time insights created through an Aura 3D scan to our clients, sharing ideas and treatment options. This assists in decision-making for those looking for immediate interventions or treatments and guides younger patients in choosing the right path to protecting the health of their skin long into the future.
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About Meyer Clinic
Meyer Clinic is a private health, wellbeing and aesthetics clinic in Chichester, helping our patients lead empowered lives by ensuring we take a 360-degree full-body approach to health & wellness.
