RF and HIFU should not be repeated on the same calendar for everyone. Collagen response takes time, and each session can differ in depth, energy and area. Repeating treatment before assessing the earlier response can add discomfort, cost and risk without proving a need. Some plans use one treatment followed by months of observation. Others deliberately stage areas or settings. This is different from adding another session because the result is not obvious immediately. Why collagen needs time...

A child or teenager may have a mole removed in selected circumstances, but age alone does not decide suitability. The doctor considers the type and behaviour of the mole, how much it affects the child, the child’s ability to cooperate and whether the family can manage wound care. When the reason is purely cosmetic and the mole is stable, waiting until the child understands the procedure may be more appropriate. A mole that grows rapidly, changes colour, bleeds, itches or looks unlike the...

When active inflammatory acne is widespread, STC usually prioritises acne control first or treats it alongside the marks. Pico used for pigmentation does not stop new acne. Treating old marks while inflammation continues creates new marks and makes laser results difficult to judge. One pimple does not automatically cancel every Pico appointment. The doctor assesses acne type, number, location, medicines and Pico mode. Open wounds, pustules or markedly irritated skin may need to be avoided or...