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October 17, 2011 | Body Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Healthier Blood May Be Among Liposuction Benefits

Patients who undergo liposuction may see improved heart health in some cases, according to the Los Angeles Times. In addition to slimming your most troublesome body parts, liposuction benefits may include ridding your blood of some harmful fat elements, namely triglycerides. While your body needs some level of triglycerides, a high level of them can […]

October 10, 2011 | Injection Treatments

Research on Topical Botox Off to a Positive Start

Topical Botox may soon be a reality, provided early research continues to yield positive results, according to HealthDay News. While patients who currently want the wrinkle smoothing effects of Botox must undergo the traditional injectable treatment, researchers are hoping to make progress in developing topical Botox. This would be a boon for patients who are […]

October 03, 2011 | Plastic Surgery

“Revenge Surgery” Really About Self-Improvement for Most Patients

After a marriage ends, some individuals turn to plastic surgery to improve the way they look and feel about themselves. Though some may refer to this as “revenge surgery,” one plastic surgeon sees the positive in this decision. According to plastic surgeon Dr. Leo Lapuerta, women and even some men who are recently divorced are […]

September 21, 2011 | Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Dr. Daniel: Board Certification is “Paramount” for a Surgeon

Following a story by USA Today that discussed unaccredited surgeons performing procedures usually performed by board certified plastic surgeons, Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel shared his views on the state of safe plastic surgery today. In short, Dr. Daniel stresses the importance of a board certified plastic surgeon knowing their patients well. He also shares […]

September 19, 2011 | Body Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss May Improve Results

Women who lose a great amount of weight with surgical interventions often prefer the results of breast reduction after weight loss, according to a new study published by the ASPS. The study aimed to determine whether results were better if patients chose breast reduction surgery following bariatric surgery or before. To determine this, the study […]

September 12, 2011 | Skin Care

Obagi Results Can Improve with Botox Treatments

When used in conjunction with Botox treatments, many patients are seeing improved skin and Obagi results, according to a new study published by the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Patients in the study who used Botox at the same time as Nu-Derm experienced improved Obagi results. This means patients’ skin improved in overall appearance and they felt […]

September 06, 2011 | Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Study Examines the Psychology of Plastic Surgery

Not only can plastic surgery improve the way you look, but a new study shows it can actually have a long-term positive impact on the way you feel about yourself. The study, which was published by the ASPS, examined the psychology of plastic surgery on a group of Norwegian patients over five years. While most […]

August 22, 2011 | Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery In The Media

VIDEO: Inexpensive Plastic Surgery Offers More Bang for Your Buck

Though many patients turn to non-surgical treatments to fight aging, some relatively inexpensive plastic surgery options can give you more bang for your buck, according to KVOA in Tucson. During an interview on KVOA, the news station’s plastic surgery contributor spoke about popular procedures that she considers inexpensive plastic surgery options when compared to the […]

August 15, 2011 | Injection Treatments

How Often to Get Botox May Be Less than Thought

After a period of two years undergoing Botox treatments, patients may reduce the frequency of treatments to every six months and achieve the same benefits, according to a study by the Oregon Health & Science University’s Casey Eye Institute that looked at how often to get Botox. When looking at a group of 50 women, […]

August 10, 2011 | Facial Surgery

What Makes People Look Older, And What You Can Do About It

It’s true that as we age, the years we’ve lived become obvious on our faces in the form of lines, wrinkles and general sagginess. The cause of these signs of aging can be quite varied and time can have different effects for different people. So, the question remains, what makes people look older? A recent […]

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