Fundamentals01
A product is a specific formulation
Injectables, topical medicines and other products have an exact brand, formulation or variant. Products in one brand family may have different roles.
A product image is useful only when it matches that identity.
- Brand and variant
- Formulation
- Area and role
- Current availability
Fundamentals02
A device is a technology platform
A device delivers energy or another technical function through a platform, handpiece, cartridge or mode. The platform name alone may not identify the procedure.
An unrelated machine should never be substituted because it looks similar.
- Manufacturer and model
- Handpiece or mode
- Energy and target
- Clinical selection
Fundamentals03
A procedure describes what is done
A procedure can use a product, device, manual technique or combination. Terms such as facial or lifting may describe a goal rather than the exact method.
Clear identity improves consent, aftercare and continuity.
- Action performed
- Product or device involved
- Reason for selection
- Record identity