#13 - The Ethics of Aesthetics - A Chat with Cosmetic Surgeon Dr Benji Dhillon

Knowing your ‘why’ always pushes you to be the best that you can be.   Today’s guest knows his why, and that makes him more determined than ever to do what he’s got to do.   In a slight departure for Dental Leaders, this week we chat to a leading light in aesthetics and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Benji Dhillon.   Alongside ep5 guest Mark Hughes, Benji is co-founder of Define Clinic, which is currently leading the way in non-invasive treatments.   Benji talks about his extraordinary sense of purpose and determination and gives us the lowdown on the latest trends in aesthetics.   “I'm a big believer that facial aesthetic treatments should be used in a way that no one knows you've had it done. And it's all about being age-appropriate.”  - Benji Dhillon   About Benji Dhillon   Benji Dhillon is a cosmetic surgeon, and clinical director and co-founder of Define Clinic, Beaconsfield.   He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons and has undergone training in some of the UK’s leading hospitals.    Benji has also spent time as a medical director for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa for Allergan - the developers of Botox. He led clinical studies into anti-wrinkle injections and Juvederm fillers and implemented an international training program for safer aesthetics delivery.   He regularly speaks at international congresses and has published research in medical journals.       In this episode:   03:05 Learned values   23:53 Benji’s biggest mistake   28:20 The ethics of aesthetics   34:30 A confidence shaker   38:01 Benji’s business partnership   45:24 The top trend in aesthetics   56:12 Being the boss - the dos and don'ts of managing   59:30 Dentistry vs medical doctor   Connect With Benji   drbenjidhillon.com Instagram   Connect with Prav and Payman:   Website Prav on Instagram Payman on Instagram