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The Journal

Expertise, insight & advice

Considered, medically led guides to aesthetic treatments and skin health from our team in London — to help you make confident, informed decisions about your care.

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Why Blind Canals and Medical Guidance Matter for Delicate Under-Eye Injections
Dermal Fillers17 min read

Why Blind Canals and Medical Guidance Matter for Delicate Under-Eye Injections

Understand why the under-eye area requires specialist knowledge, why blind canals present unique anatomical challenges, and how medical guidance helps ensure safer injectable treatment outcomes.

8 July 2026

Understanding the True Culprit of Dark Circles: Hyperpigmentation vs. Shadowing
Dermal Fillers16 min read

Understanding the True Culprit of Dark Circles: Hyperpigmentation vs. Shadowing

Dark circles under the eyes are one of the most commonly searched aesthetic concerns online. Whether they appear after a poor night's sleep, worsen with age, or seem to have been present for as long a

8 July 2026

Tear Trough Treatment Recovery Roadmap: Managing the Delicate Eye Area Post-Care
Dermal Fillers19 min read

Tear Trough Treatment Recovery Roadmap: Managing the Delicate Eye Area Post-Care

A comprehensive patient guide to tear trough filler recovery, aftercare, and what to expect during the healing process following under-eye treatment in London.

8 July 2026

How PRP Restores True Cellular Thickness to the Fragile Periorbital Skin
PRP Hair Treatment15 min read

How PRP Restores True Cellular Thickness to the Fragile Periorbital Skin

Discover how PRP therapy works to restore cellular thickness to delicate under-eye skin, with evidence-informed insights into the science, suitability, and realistic expectations.

8 July 2026

Are You a True Candidate for Under-Eye Injectables? The Pinch Test Explained
Dermal Fillers15 min read

Are You a True Candidate for Under-Eye Injectables? The Pinch Test Explained

The under-eye area is one of the most searched topics in aesthetic medicine. Dark circles, hollowing, puffiness, and fine lines beneath the eyes are concerns that affect people of all ages and skin ty

8 July 2026

Why Layering Different Density Fillers Yields More Harmonious Facial Expressions
Dermal Fillers15 min read

Why Layering Different Density Fillers Yields More Harmonious Facial Expressions

Discover how layering different density dermal fillers can create more natural, balanced, and harmonious facial results — and why a tailored approach matters.

6 July 2026

Understanding Different Treatment Volumes: What 0.5ml and 1ml May Mean in Practice
Dermal Fillers15 min read

Understanding Different Treatment Volumes: What 0.5ml and 1ml May Mean in Practice

An educational guide for patients researching dermal filler volumes — what 0.5ml and 1ml may mean in clinical practice, and why individual assessment matters.

6 July 2026

A Comprehensive Aftercare Guide for Lower Face Contouring Treatments
Dermal Fillers15 min read

A Comprehensive Aftercare Guide for Lower Face Contouring Treatments

A comprehensive, clinically responsible guide to lower face contouring aftercare — covering recovery, skincare, expectations, and when to seek professional advice.

6 July 2026

Treating Sad or Downturned Mouth Expressions Safely with Structural Volumisation
Dermal Fillers16 min read

Treating Sad or Downturned Mouth Expressions Safely with Structural Volumisation

An educational guide to understanding how structural volumisation may help address downturned mouth corners and a sad resting expression, written for patients in London researching aesthetic options.

6 July 2026

Your Practitioners

Treated by dental surgeons, not beauticians

Every treatment at Pantaleo is performed by a GDC-registered dental surgeon with an expert understanding of facial anatomy — using only genuine, pharmacy-supplied products.

Dr. Shilan Mirian

Dr. Shilan Mirian

Lead Aesthetic Practitioner

GDC: 331668

A medically trained practitioner with advanced expertise in facial aesthetics and injectable treatments, delivering natural, refined results.

Dr. Carlos Stankiewicz

Dr. Carlos Stankiewicz

Aesthetic Practitioner & Dental Surgeon

GDC: 84089

A dental surgeon with a passion for restorative dentistry and facial aesthetics, known for a calm, friendly approach that puts even the most nervous patients at ease.

Meet the full team

Registered. Regulated. Trusted.

At Pantaleo, our clinicians are registered with the relevant UK regulatory bodies, including the GDC and GMC. Our dentists, dental nurses and medical professionals deliver care that meets the highest clinical, safety and ethical standards — because our patients deserve nothing less.

Care Quality Commission (CQC)General Dental Council (GDC) — protecting patients, regulating the dental teamGeneral Medical Council (GMC) — regulating doctors, ensuring good medical practiceNursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)