Dr Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha - 'The Tox Talks (Chapter 4): Micro-toxin' #184

Episode 184 hosts Dr Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha, a dermatologist, laser and injectable expert based in Bangkok, Thailand.  Rungsima has a wealth of experience using all of the commerically available toxins, has led research in the field and has published peer-reviewed journals on the topic. In this mini series 'The Tox Talks', we feature expert injectors who have significant experience in using botulinum toxins. These episodes explore our guests experiences using particular brands, the evolution of their injecting techniques and we get special insights into the subtle nuances of getting the best out of toxins. In chapter 4 we focus on a niche use of toxins most commonly referred to as 'micro-toxin treatments'.  We explore: - What we mean by micro-toxin treatments - Who started doing micro-toxin treatments - Why micro-toxin treatments are so popular in Asia - The proposed mechanisms by which micro-toxin treatments work  - Which toxins seem to work best for micro-toxin treatments - The main uses, techniques, doses/dilutions of micro-toxin treatments including: Skin rejuventation 'Facial lifting' Sebum reduction/acne improvement rosacea Hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating) - Some more unusual uses of micro-toxin including: Surgical scar prevention/improvement Hayfever symptom control Neuropathic pain reduction Retractile testicle pain SUPPORT THE PODCAST: If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast in a small way, we have a simple donation option: Buy us a coffee PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits: - Access to five main IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Skin & Devices, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  + three country specific groups (Australia, USA and UK) - Weekly IA Injectable Hints & Tips (Patient assessments, injecting videos & other injectable education) - NEW! Weekly Instagram Hints & Tips (Optimise your profile, content planning, how to use Instagram features, etc) - IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - IA Zoom sessions (Bimonthly Zoom sessions focussing on injectable & business topics) - Access to our IA Library (Clinical papers, books & other resources) - Re-watch 8 x IA Webinars (Recorded in the pandemic with global experts) Our subscribers can also access: Business mentoring opportunities with David (additional cost, limited slots) Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost, limited slots) CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram Follow our guest: Follow Rungsima on Instagram