Editor’s Note
**Editor’s Note:** This piece shifts the narrative on Vietnam’s aesthetic medicine sector, moving beyond recent negative reports to highlight its promising future. It underscores that safety and specialization are now the defining factors for clients seeking reputable clinics.
Numerous negative reports regarding complications from cosmetic surgery and illegal aesthetic practices have deterred many from exercising their legitimate right to beauty. However, a more positive vision opens many promising perspectives for this skilled profession. Clearly, in the context of the rapid development of the cosmetic surgery sector in Vietnam, safety and specialization must become key factors for clients choosing reputable beauty clinics.
Asia Saigon International Aesthetic and Dental Hospital, located in the heart of the former 10th district of Ho Chi Minh City, is a pioneering establishment that has earned its reputation through investments in modern equipment, a team of experienced doctors and medical staff, and most importantly, a hospital operational process that complies with international medical standards. Its entire equipment set, imported from Europe, includes anesthesia and resuscitation systems, modern liposuction devices, and endoscopic technology enabling minimally invasive procedures and faster recovery.
Furthermore, the team of doctors at Asia Saigon consists of duly licensed professionals who have undergone extensive training both nationally and internationally, specializing in cosmetic surgery and body contouring. The coordination between the anesthesia and resuscitation, cosmetic surgery, and post-operative care departments is rigorously standardized according to risk control procedures, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
Each surgical procedure is a serious process. From the perspective of healthcare professionals, it is likely that few major hospitals in the country have invested in positive pressure operating rooms. However, this high level of safety represents a major asset for any surgical and anesthesia team. Specifically, it is a specially designed room that maintains an air pressure constantly higher than the external pressure, preventing any infiltration of stale air or contaminants, even with the door open. Conversely, the modern endoscopic technology in which Asia Saigon Hospital has invested not only allows for smaller incisions but is also considered an exceptional imaging tool.
Modern liposuction devices used in cosmetic surgery offer several significant advantages for ensuring patient safety. Among these, the minimally invasive nature of the procedure allows for a considerable reduction in treatment duration for the doctor and recovery time for the patient. Additionally, this technology uses ultrasound to precisely target fat deposits while preserving blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues. It also effectively breaks down complex and resistant fat cells, correcting issues such as uneven skin texture.
In an interview with our team, Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Tuyet, Director of Asia Saigon International Aesthetic and Dental Hospital, stated:
“Neither filler injections nor Botox, but a safe, natural, and effective non-surgical aesthetic treatment, favored by many clients. Autologous fat grafting is a facial rejuvenation solution that offers visible results from the first session and fully satisfies its clients due to its excellent biocompatibility.”
In reality, with sufficient information and a good understanding of the cosmetic sector, anyone wishing to undergo aesthetic care will know that this information is essential and will likely not give up their desire. Of course, no matter how advanced the technologies and equipment, their effectiveness will depend on the expertise of a qualified doctor.
Fortunately, the Ho Chi Minh City Society of Plastic Surgery (HSAPS) was founded very early and will celebrate its 18th anniversary this year, with a growing number of talented members. Moreover, its annual international congress brings together renowned professionals from around the world to share their experiences and the latest technologies, offering countless possibilities for clients in the beauty sector.
From a general perspective, the rapid increase in the number of cosmetic surgery clients and the decrease in the number of complications are extremely positive signs. Indeed, as the Director of HSAPS affirmed:
