J Drugs Dermatol. 2020 Jan 1;19(1):100-103. doi: 10.36849/JDD.2020.4641.
Millennials, defined as the generation of individuals born between 1981 and 1996, have emerged as one of the leading patient demographics seeking minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. Worldwide, millennials are more likely to consider preventative treatments compared to any other age-group. The three most popular minimally invasive facial procedures in this demographic include botulinum toxin, dermal fillers (eg, hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, facial fat-fillers), and microdermabrasion. Given their impact on the expanding aesthetic medicine market and their favorable disposition towards cosmetic procedures, it is necessary for dermatologists and cosmetic providers to understand their motivations and perspectives. While some research studies have elicited the opinions of millennials on social issues, education, and technology, there is a paucity of literature on millennials' impressions, opinions, and perceptions of aesthetic procedures. As a generation that has been reshaping the culture of healthcare delivery and encouraging the innovation of products and procedures with their unique values and perspectives, accounting for their beliefs and fostering a better understanding of their experiences will promote an elevation in the quality of their care.
千禧一代是指 1981 年至 1996 年之间出生的一代人，他们已经成为寻求微创美容手术的主要患者群体之一。在全球范围内，与其他任何年龄段的人相比，千禧一代更有可能考虑预防性治疗。在这一年龄段中，最受欢迎的三种微创面部手术包括肉毒杆菌毒素、真皮填充剂（如透明质酸、羟基磷灰石、面部脂肪填充剂）和微晶换肤术。鉴于他们对不断扩大的美容医学市场的影响以及他们对美容手术的良好态度，皮肤科医生和美容提供者有必要了解他们的动机和观点。虽然一些研究已经了解了千禧一代对社会问题、教育和技术的看法，但关于他们对美容手术的印象、意见和看法的文献却很少。作为一个正在重塑医疗保健服务文化并以其独特的价值观和观点鼓励产品和手术创新的一代，了解他们的信仰并更好地理解他们的经历将有助于提高他们的护理质量。
