20 Years in Aesthetics with Dr. Matthew Pinto | Episode 42
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Hosts Jon LeSuer & Nicole Bauer sit down with the aesthetic industry veteran, Dr. Matthew Pinto (Vive Aesthetics), for a candid conversation about his nearly 20-year journey in medical aesthetics, from his accidental start in 2006 to building a thriving, multi-injector practice.
Dr. Pinto shares his unique perspective on the evolution of treatments—from old-school fillers and microdermabrasion to the latest techniques—and the impact of social media on patient education (and misinformation!). He opens up about his personal "why" for practicing aesthetics and the one patient quote that keeps him going.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The Evolution of Aesthetics: Dr. Pinto's experience starting with CosmoDerm and the early days of Botox before HA fillers existed.
The Social Media Gripes: Why misinformation is rampant and the responsibility of injectors to educate and say "no."
The "Butthole Clincher" Moment: Dr. Pinto reveals his scariest injection area and his experience managing two vascular occlusions.
Building a Gold Standard Practice: The funny story behind his practice name, the value of cross-selling, and the critical role of aestheticians in his successful Med Spa, Vive Aesthetics and Wellness
Advice for New Injectors: The single most important thing to master to succeed in this industry.
Connect with Dr. Matthew Pinto:
Practice: Vive Aesthetics and Wellness in Marlton, NJ
https://vivecenter.com/
Instagram: @drmatthewpinto
https://www.instagram.com/drmatthewpinto/?hl=en
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***DISCLAIMER***
The content of this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The hosts, guests, and producers of this podcast do not endorse or recommend the off-label use of any medical product without proper clinical training, patient assessment, and full informed consent. Listeners are strongly advised to consult with their healthcare providers and adhere to all applicable laws and regulatory guidelines. We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any outcomes related to the use or misuse of the information presented in this episode.
Fill Me In is hosted by Jonathan LeSuer, MSN, NP-C and Nicole Bauer, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC.
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- 0:00Introduction
- 1:21Meet Dr. Matthew Pinto
- 5:09Early Days of Aesthetic Medicine
- 8:21Recent Changes in Filler Treatments
- 10:30Social Media Misinformation in Aesthetics
- 12:25Importance of Education in Aesthetics Practices
- 16:39Nerve-Wracking Injection Areas in Aesthetics
- 22:14Use of Ultrasound in Aesthetics Treatments
- 24:25Shift from Family Medicine to Aesthetic Medicine
- 28:18Building a Clientele as a New Injector
- 32:27Importance of Estheticians in Medical Aesthetics Practices
- 37:32Being an Aesthetics Trainer
- 43:44Getting Into Aesthetics for the RIGHT Reasons
- 46:14Dr. Pinto's Advice for New Injectors
- 48:49How Fill Me In got Started
- 50:01How Rewarding Aesthetic Medicine can Be
- 54:02Where to Find Dr. Matthew Pinto