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May 09, 2011 | Medical Spa, Plastic Surgery In The Media, Skin Care

Hope for Latisse Extends Beyond Eyelash Growth

Latisse, which helps grow fuller eyelashes, may soon prescribed to treat hair loss in other areas, according to Good Morning America. Dana Gaiser, a 27-year-old bride-to-be, said thin eyebrows, perhaps caused by too much teenage plucking, have often troubled her. After seeing an ad for Latisse, which grows fuller eyelashes, Dana asked her doctor about […]

May 02, 2011 | Skin Care

Obagi Recognized by Self Magazine Awards

Wearing a daily SPF isn’t only just important as we head into summer, but year-round, as well. One way to do that is with the Obagi NuDerm line, which is a SELF Magazine 2011 Healthy Beauty Awards Winner. The NuDerm Sun Shield SPF 50 was named the winner for the Best Sunscreen for Face, SPF […]

April 26, 2011 | Medical Spa, Plastic Surgery In The Media

Patient Experiences the Transformative Effects of Obagi’s Nu-Derm System

“If you just look at my skin – it’s white. It’s just clean all the way through,” exclaims 33-year old Kristen. She’s the first story featured in Obagi’s new “Watch the Transformation” series of videos. Kristen “tried everything for good skin,” but she couldn’t find a practical solution to remove sun spots from her face. […]

April 18, 2011 | Facial Surgery

Brow Lift May Correct Some Facial Paralysis

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 […]

April 11, 2011 | Breast Implants, Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Asymptomatic Implant Ruptures Often Go Undetected

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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, […]

April 04, 2011 | Injection Treatments

Botox Alternative to Freeze Facial Wrinkles

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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, […]

March 28, 2011 | Body Surgery, Facial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery In The Media

“Beauty Quotient” Varies by Individual, Says Plastic Surgeon

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 […]

March 21, 2011 | Plastic Surgery

Lipo Myths: Separating Fact From Fiction

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 […]

March 14, 2011 | Plastic Surgery

Tax Refund Recipients Spring for Plastic Surgery

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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 […]

March 07, 2011 | Injection Treatments

Prospect of Topical Botox Grows

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 […]

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