Objectives: To learn about the characteristics of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition, text revision (DSM-5-TR).
To improve awareness of potential patients with BDD in cosmetic practice.
To learn that patients with (potential) BDD should not be included in clinical practice.
To learn that cosmetic doctors may overestimate their knowledge about BDD.
To learn about potential collaborations with psychologists.
To learn about red flags and the use of screeners.

Introduction: Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a severe body image problem that is often seen in candidate patients applying for cosmetic surgery, dentistry, dermatology etc.
(The majority of) patients with BDD do not profit from cosmetic surgery.
Therefore it is important to detect potential BDD patients within candidate patients for cosmetic treatment.

Materials / method: Information is provided on the characteristics and clinical picture of BDD, prevalence numbers (in the general population versus within candidate patients for cosmetic treatments) and data on the outcome of cosmetic surgery in BDD patients (retrospective and prospective studies). Also, a study is presented (Bouman, Mulkens, van der Lei, 2017) which showed cosmetic professionals' lower awareness of BDD than would be expected given the prevalence of BDD patients within the group of candidate patients.

Results: Also, information is provided on potential red flags and screens that can be used to detect potential (signs of) BDD. Also, a call for closer collaboration between cosmetic surgeons and psychologists is made. If we could help each other, less patients with BDD may slip through the preoperative screening.

Conclusion: BDD is a condition that is seen relatively often in candidate patients within cosmetic clinical practice. Although cosmetic professionals believe that they are able to detect those patients, in fact, they underestimate the number of patients with BDD in their respective practices. A plea for collaboration and improvement of knowledge about psychological disorders is made.

Disclosures

Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No

Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No

Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No

Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
No

This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability

Objectives: To develop and present a structured roadmap that enables practitioners to guide patients effectively through their aesthetic journey, fostering trust and achieving long-term satisfaction.

Introduction: In cosmetic medicine, achieving client satisfaction extends beyond technical expertise and clinical outcomes. Effective communication is crucial to guiding patients from a quick-fix mindset to a deeper understanding of their aesthetic goals. This presentation aims to provide a structured framework to bridge the gap between patient expectations and the stepwise approach often required for optimal results.

Materials / method: A five-step roadmap was developed to address the key aspects of communication:

1. Identifying the deeper motivations behind patient concerns (the real goal).
2. Introducing the concept of a collaborative journey rather than a one-time fix.
3. Outlining practical communication strategies for managing expectations.
4. Avoiding common communication pitfalls using the STOP framework.
5. Emphasizing the need for flexibility and ongoing refinement in achieving patient goals.

Results: Implementing this communication framework allows practitioners to establish trust, clarify treatment plans, and align expectations with realistic outcomes. Patients gain a clearer understanding of the process and are less likely to express dissatisfaction with statements such as "I expected more." The framework enhances patient satisfaction by fostering a sense of collaboration and confidence in the journey toward achieving their best appearance.

Conclusion: Effective communication is as vital as technical expertise in achieving meaningful and lasting patient satisfaction in cosmetic medicine. By applying the principles outlined in this roadmap, practitioners can deliver not only aesthetic enhancements but also improved patient trust, confidence, and overall experience.

Disclosures

Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No

Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No

Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No

Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
No

This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability

Disclosures

Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No

Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No

Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No

Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
No

This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability

Objectives: - To characterise cosmetorexia as a new manifestation of body dysmorphism
- To evaluate the impact of cosmetorexia in dermatological and plastic surgery patients

Disclosures

Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No

Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No

Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No

Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
No

This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability