Posted April 18, 2011 in Facial Surgery
Individuals who suffer from facial paralysis affecting their eyes may find relief in surgical interventions, according to the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. Often, these individuals are unable to completely close their eyes and suffer from dry, irritated eyes. Using pre- and post-operative assessments on nearly 40 of these individuals, researchers at the Harvard Medical […]
Read MorePosted April 11, 2011 in Breast Implants, Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
MRIs may not be as effective in detecting ruptured breast implants in women as the FDA originally thought, according to a study published by Medical News Today. A research team at the University of Michigan investigated the effectiveness of MRI scans in detecting breast implant ruptures and found that among women who had no symptoms, […]
Read MorePosted April 04, 2011 in Injection Treatments
Botox and Dysport may soon have competition in your surgeon’s office if early trials of a wrinkle freezing treatment see continued success, according to U.S. News. Though both Botox and Dysport are hugely popular non-surgical options for diminishing many facial lines and wrinkles, new alternatives are often being researched. This treatment, which is called cryoneuromodulation, […]
Read MorePosted March 28, 2011 in Body Surgery, Facial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery In The Media
While the old adage is “beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” a New York plastic surgeon suggests it is rather the perception of beauty that matters. In an article for The Huffington Post, Dr. Robert Tornambe points out that each of us consider varying aspects of the human form to be beautiful. In […]
Read MorePosted March 21, 2011 in Plastic Surgery
Liposuction myths have been around for decades and can often be confusing to patients who don’t know what to expect from the procedure. To help set realistic expectations for his Eugene liposuction, Dr. Daniel discusses four common lipo myths. Lipo Myth #1: Liposuction For Weight Loss Because liposuction permanently reduces fatty tissue, many men and […]
Read MorePosted March 14, 2011 in Plastic Surgery
As tax season ramps up, refund checks are being sent out and, if the money isn’t going into savings, it’s likely to be used for an indulgence. For many, this means finally going in for a long put-off cosmetic surgery, according to abc15.com. Plastic surgeons in the Phoenix area say they are seeing a dramatic […]
Read MorePosted March 07, 2011 in Injection Treatments
It’s certainly not news that wrinkle-reducing injectables like Botox and Dysport are seeing sales increases as the economy rebounds. It is noteworthy, however, what the companies are working toward in the wake of renewed consumer interest—topical versions, according to bnet.com. Botox, produced by Allergan and Dysport, produced by Medicis, contain similar components of the botulinum […]
Read MorePosted February 22, 2011 in Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Four respected national medical organizations recently joined forces to form the Physicians Aesthetic Coalition, a multi-specialty group aimed at encouraging patient education and safety in cosmetic medicine. Each of the organizations involved in the Coalition, including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), the […]
Read MorePosted February 16, 2011 in Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
In a survey published in the February issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the ASAPS (American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) found that many of its members prefer more traditional liposuction methods to newer techniques. The survey asked members about various liposuction techniques including newer technologies. It found that overall, most respondents perform between 51 […]
Read MorePosted February 09, 2011 in Plastic Surgery
After battling thyroid cancer, film critic Roger Ebert had cancerous cells removed and the cancer finally necessitated the removal of his right jaw and Ebert lost his ability to speak. However, with the use of a prosthetic, which he wrote about for the Chicago Sun-Times, Ebert has been able to recreate the lower part of […]
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