Very different rules

Free marketing or marketing authorization

It is very important to note that the marketing of breast implants (like any other implantable medical device) is subject only to prior “CE” marking, under the responsibility of the manufacturers themselves, unlike injectable products (like any medicine) which are subject to prior marketing authorization (AMM).

In fact, the strict mechanism of marketing authorization guarantees greater medical safety for patients than simple “free marketing”.

Botox and hyaluronic acid, not in the same league

Botox, an injectable product widely used in aesthetic medicine for natural facial rejuvenation, is therefore tested and its safety guaranteed by the health authorities before it is marketed. The market is tightly controlled, and Afssaps (the French Health Products Safety Agency) remains vigilant despite the increasing number of manufacturers and the diversification of these products.

Hyaluronic acid, on the other hand, falls into the category of “implantable products” and is only subject to CE marking. Choosing a reputable laboratory is essential to ensure maximum patient safety.

Sourcing exclusively from a major laboratory

The growing popularity of aesthetic injections has led to the arrival on the market of many new products with either marketing authorization or CE marking, depending on their category, resulting in significant commercial competition between manufacturers.

However, true to his quest for the most effective and safest techniques for facial rejuvenation, Dr Bernard Hayot has not chosen to economize on the price or quality of the products offered to his patients.

When it comes to Botox and hyaluronic acid injections, Dr Bernard Hayot has a long-standing relationship with the Allergan laboratory, world leader in facial aesthetic products and pioneer of Botox, giving preference to these safe, widely-used products.

This choice offers guaranteed peace of mind to all its patients, thanks to the use of products that have long been used worldwide, and whose clinical research is managed from France with the close involvement of French specialists, including Dr Bernard Hayot.

Aesthetic injections: don’t panic!

Thanks to the safety mechanism imposed by the health authorities, as well as the choice of a reputable laboratory, there’s no need to worry about aesthetic medicine injections. For further information, please contact Dr Bernard Hayot’s secretariat.