Krysta Carson, also known as Disfigured Beauty, shares her traumatic experience with dermal filler that led to disfigurement. She had been getting filler injections for five years without any issues until the last injection in 2020. After the injection, she experienced numbness and tingling on the left side of her face, which worsened over time. Her face turned black, blistered, and eventually, a portion of her nose fell off. Krista now uses prosthetics to cover the disfigurement. In this conversation, Dr. Kate Dee and Krysta Carson discuss the complications Krysta experienced after receiving a filler injection. They talk about the specific filler used, Radiesse, and its risks. Dr. Kate explains the importance of using dissolvable fillers and having the necessary tools and knowledge to treat complications like vascular occlusion. They also discuss the lack of proper informed consent and the challenges of malpractice lawsuits. The conversation highlights the need for

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Takeaways

• Dermal filler injections can have severe complications, including vascular occlusion, which requires prompt and appropriate treatment. This complication can lead to scarring and disfigurement.

• Reconstructive surgery or prosthetics may be necessary to address the disfigurement caused by dermal filler complications.

• Using dissolvable fillers, like hyaluronic acid fillers, is important to minimize the risk of complications like vascular occlusion.

• Proper informed consent should include a thorough discussion of the risks and potential complications of filler injections.

• Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable injector is crucial to ensure safe and effective treatment.

• Malpractice lawsuits for filler complications can be challenging to win due to the difficulty of proving a violation of the standard of care.

• The aesthetics industry lacks regulation and enforcement, making it important for patients to be informed and advocate for their own safety.

In this episode of MedSpa Mayhem, Dr. Kate Dee hosts Christine Sherwood, a salon and spa owner, life coach, and podcast host. They dive into the unpredictable world of medical aesthetics, sharing personal experiences and uncanny stories from their careers. Discussions range from the importance of continued education and sanitation in the beauty industry to bizarre client encounters, including a photographer who crossed many boundaries and a spooky Brazilian waxing incident. With insights on how to spot red flags in salons and spas and the necessity of self-awareness and self-belief, this episode is packed with both entertaining and educational content.

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Takeaways

• Safety and awareness are crucial in the salon environment, especially with new clients.

• Christine emphasizes the importance of training and proper education in beauty services.

• The conversation touches on the challenges of managing a family business in the beauty sector.

• The beauty industry is filled with unique stories that highlight both its challenges and rewards.

• Sanitation and compliance are critical in beauty services.

• Choosing the right salon involves asking the right questions.

• Self-awareness is key to personal and professional growth.

• Believing in oneself is essential for success.

• The beauty industry is constantly evolving; staying updated is crucial.

Chapters

00:00 Creepy Client Encounters

00:30 Introduction to MedSpa Mayhem

01:24 Meet Christine Sherwood

02:13 Christine's Journey in the Beauty Industry

07:21 Starting a Podcast

08:22 Crazy Salon Stories

09:18 The Brazilian Wax Incident

11:31 Laser Hair Removal Insights

15:28 Scams and Strange Clients

19:59 Dealing with Difficult Clients

20:51 Scams and Safety Concerns

22:35 Unusual Client Requests

24:18 The Dynamic Salon and Spa Industry

26:51 Education and Professionalism in the Industry

33:24 Spotting Red Flags in Salons and Spas

37:51 Final Thoughts and AdviceSummary

In this episode of MedSpa Mayhem, Dr. Kate Dee delves into the recent arrest of Rebecca Fadaneli, a 38-year-old esthetician and owner of Skin Beaute Med Spa in Massachusetts. Fadaneli was accused of importing counterfeit Botox and fillers from China and Brazil, operating her med spa unlawfully by posing as a nurse, and performing thousands of illegal injections. She allegedly earned over $900,000 while putting her clients' health at serious risk. Dr. Dee discusses the legal consequences Fadaneli faces, the implications for the med spa industry, and critical advice for patients on how to spot and avoid illegal med spas.

Takeaways

• Fake nurses and doctors are more common than you think– always look up their license

• Fake Botox and other injectables are easily purchased illegally on the internet

• Always ask for the medical director of any med spa

• The aesthetician posing as a fake nurse faces upwards of 20 years in prison for endangering the lives of her patients

FDA reporting web site for this case: report your experience here

Read details in ars technica “Havard”-trained spa owner injected clients with bogus Botox, prosecutors say, by Beth Mole

National Headline on CBS: Massachusetts spa owner allegedly performed thousands of illegal counterfeit injections

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to MedSpa Mayhem

01:15 Case Overview: Arrest in Massachusetts

01:44 Details of the Illegal Activities

02:42 Investigation and Evidence

07:38 Legal Charges and Implications

12:42 How to Identify Illegal Med Spas

21:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts