Can lasers actually make your skin healthier—not just make it look better? In this episode of More Than a Pretty Face, Dr. Azi goes inside the Masters of Aesthetics Conference to talk with Dr. Matthew Avram and Dr. Ava Shamban about skin longevity, collagen stimulation, and the future of aesthetic medicine.
They discuss fractional lasers, combination treatments, skin regeneration, Sculptra, Radiesse, and how layering treatments can create natural, long-term results. They also address whether biostimulators can affect future facelift surgery and share their favorite treatments for maintaining healthier, younger-looking skin.
Timeline of what was discussed:
00:00 - Welcome to the Masters of Aesthetics series
02:28 - Meet Dr. Matthew Avram
02:52 - Can fractional lasers actually make skin healthier?
04:16 - Why laser treatments are about more than vanity
04:32 - 1927 lasers, Moxie & fractional CO2
05:21 - Why combination treatments can be more effective
06:40 - How often should you do fractional laser resurfacing?
07:52 - Rapid Fire with Dr. Avram
08:15 - Dr. Avram's favorite treatment
08:49 - His pre-event "glow-up" routine
09:39 - Meet Dr. Ava Shamban
10:00 - Why layering treatments matters
11:00 - Treating the face, neck, chest, arms & hands as one unit
12:06 - Going from deep to superficial with combination treatments
12:45 - Fraxel, skin boosters & regenerative treatments
13:40 - Sculptra after fractional laser treatments
14:30 - What's the biggest bang for your buck?
15:05 - Building a skin longevity plan from the foundation
15:50 - Hyperdilute Radiesse & biostimulators
16:35 - Can Sculptra or Radiesse affect a future facelift?
17:20 - Dr. Ava Shamban's final thoughts
17:53 - Final takeaways & how to connect with Dr. Azi
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Follow Dr. Matthew Avram on Instagam: @mathew_avrammd
Dr. Matthew Avram is the Director of Dermatology, Laser, and Cosmetics at Harvard Medical School and an associate professor and published author. In this episode, he shares his perspective on the evolving science of fractional lasers, skin regeneration, and aesthetic medicine.
Learn more about Dr. Matthew Avram: https://linktr.ee/MathewAvram
Follow Dr. Ava Shamban on Instagram: @DrAvaSays
Dr. Ava Shamban is a board-certified dermatologist, researcher, and cosmetic dermatology expert with decades of experience in aesthetic medicine. She is known for her comprehensive approach to rejuvenation, combining energy-based treatments, injectables, and regenerative technologies.
Learn more about Dr. Ava Shamban: https://linktr.ee/dr.ava
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The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD.
