Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) in Aesthetics

Host: Signe Monson

Guests: Marisa Stringer, NP-CANS and Leslie Beltowski, PA-C

Join us as we dive into the complex topic of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) within the aesthetics industry. Guests Marisa Stringer, NP-CANS, and Leslie Beltowski, PA-C explore the challenges providers face when dealing with patients who have unrealistic expectations and discuss the relevance of supernormal stimuli in shaping these perceptions. Their conversation highlights the importance of setting boundaries as injectors while prioritizing the well-being of our patients. They also examine the role of self-acceptance and self-love in the pursuit of aesthetic treatments, emphasizing the need to understand the emotional motivations behind these choices and reflect on the impact of societal beauty standards and the pressures they create, stressing the importance of treating each patient as an individual with unique needs and desires. Ethical practices, including avoiding overfilling or unnecessary treatments, are discussed as a crucial responsibility for injectors. Ultimately, this episode advocates for a holistic approach to aesthetics, where self-love and acceptance take center stage.