Aesthetic considerations when treating the Latin American patient: Thriving in diversity international roundtable series

Background The Hispanic/Latin American population is the fastest growing non‐Caucasian group in the United States. Within this group, demand for aesthetic procedures is on the rise. High ethnic variability among these patients influences treatment approaches and patient priorities. Understanding the...

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Published in:Journal of cosmetic dermatology 2023-02, Vol.22 (2), p.593-602
Main Authors: Fabi, Sabrina Guillen, Hernandez, Claudia, Montes, José Raúl, Cotofana, Sebastian, Dayan, Steve
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aesthetics
Aging
Esthetics
ethnic diversity
Ethnicity
Hispanic Americans
Hispanic or Latino
Hispanic patient
Humans
Influence
Latin American patient
Latino patient
Latinx patient
Multiculturalism & pluralism
Patients
Racial Groups
Regional differences
Skin
Surgeons
United States
White people
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Summary:Background The Hispanic/Latin American population is the fastest growing non‐Caucasian group in the United States. Within this group, demand for aesthetic procedures is on the rise. High ethnic variability among these patients influences treatment approaches and patient priorities. Understanding these ethnic differences is central to providing optimal care. Aims To discuss similarities and differences in anatomy and treatment preferences of Hispanic/Latin American patients both within the United States and internationally and explore how these differences may influence or inform aesthetic practices. Patients/Methods In support of clinicians who wish to serve a diverse patient population, a 6‐part, international roundtable series focused on diversity in aesthetics was conducted from August 24, 2021 to May 16, 2022. In this roundtable, held in Medellin, Columbia, expert clinicians from across Latin America and the United States were invited to contribute and share best practices. Results The results of the second roundtable in the series, the Latin American Patient, are described here. A special emphasis is placed on procedures that address the most commonly encountered concerns in these patients. Conclusions Hispanic and Latino patients represent a broad demographic with unique anatomical features, aesthetic preferences, and treatment priorities. Clinicians should consider these differences when treating this patient population.
ISSN:1473-2130
1473-2165
DOI:10.1111/jocd.15516