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AMM 182: Illegal Botox Surge in Ireland Alarms Experts
August 27, 2024
In this episode, Teri delves into the latest developments in aesthetic medicine, focusing on a concerning rise in illegal botox treatments in Ireland. Listeners will learn about the risks these unauthorized procedures pose to patient safety, as highlighted by experts like Professor Jack Kelly and Dr. Patrick Treacy. The episode also touches on the increasing influence of social media and celebrity endorsements on the demand for cosmetic enhancements, offering a critical perspective on the need for qualified professionals and the role of such treatments in self-esteem and confidence. Stay informed and make safe choices in your aesthetic journey.
Quick Takes
- A significant rise in illegal botox treatments has been uncovered in Ireland.
- Many of the products used in illegal botox treatments are being illegally imported from South Korea.
- Celebrity endorsements and visible results from well-known personalities have fueled a surge in the demand for botox treatments, emphasizing the importance of these procedures being carried out by qualified professionals to ensure safety and natural-looking results.
Episode Transcript
Dr. Fisher here, diving straight into today’s news from the world of aesthetic medicine. It’s August 27, 2024, and we have concerning developments from Ireland.
A recent investigation by RTÉ has uncovered a significant rise in illegal botox treatments across the country. This revelation is shocking many in the medical community, including Professor Jack Kelly, President of the Irish Association of Plastic Surgeons. Professor Kelly cautions that these illegal practices pose serious risks to patient safety, with many of the products being illegally imported from South Korea.
Garrison’s own Dr. Patrick Treacy, renowned for his award-winning Ailesbury Clinic, notes that celebrity endorsements and visible results from well-known personalities have sparked a surge in the demand for botox treatments. Dr. Treacy emphasizes that while botox offers quick and convenient cosmetic enhancements with minimal downtime, it’s crucial that these procedures are carried out by qualified professionals to ensure safety and natural-looking results.
Dr. Treacy also underscores a key point: aesthetic treatments are not a cure-all for confidence and self-esteem issues. Many people are influenced by curated images of perfection on social media, leading them to seek out these procedures in hopes of boosting their self-assurance and positivity.
That’s all for today’s update. Stay informed and make safe choices!
