According to a recent report in the popular cosmetic medicine magazine New You, there have been a number of innovations in the breast augmentation field that may lessen incision lines or place incisions in less critical areas such as the belly button. These procedures may produce minimal scarring, fewer complications and the shortest recovery period […]
In a recent RealSelf.com survey, women are reporting that their sex lives are dramatically improved following breast surgery. According to most respondents, not only did the frequency of their sex increase, but their overall satisfaction was improved as well. These women are part of a large American demographic, one that is increasing every year. In […]
Social media is growing increasingly popular as a way for prospective patients to gather information on cosmetic surgery. The survey, from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, found that 42 percent of patients receive most of their information about cosmetic surgery from social media, such as Facebook and Twitter. It is a […]
Dr. Mark Mandell-Brown has been installed as a Board of Trustee for the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). As a trustee, he will serve a two-year term helping to oversee the largest organization of cosmetic surgeons. This is truly an honor, said Dr. Mandell-Brown. The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, with headquarters in Chicago, […]
A natural anti-aging supplement increases hyaluronic acid production and improves the skin’s elasticity, according to a small study. Researchers at the Leibniz Research Institute for Environmental Medicine in Dusseldorf, Germany, had 20 female participants, between the ages of 55 to 68, take 75 milligrams of Pycnogenol each day for 12 weeks. Their skins’ hydration, elasticity […]
If you are looking for a non-surgical treatment for adding volume to your face, dermal fillers are a great option. Hyaluronic acid fillers, such as RHA filler and Restylane, are safe and effective, but patients should be aware of some possible side effects. A new study examined the incidence of edema, one potential side effect […]
A topical skin cancer treatment showed promising results in a study done in Rome, reports The Telegraph. The topical treatment is for basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer. The cream kills tumors using rhenium-188, a radioactive isotope, and does not damage the skin around it. In a study of 1,000 patients, […]
Rhinoplasty improves the shape of your nose. It may also make you look younger. A new study found that the anti-aging benefits of rhinoplasty were statistically significant, and, on average, patients looked 1.5 years younger after the procedure, according to Ali Sepehr, MD, and researchers at the University of Toronto. During the study, 50 people […]
ABC News recently reported on a new cosmetic trend dubbed Bro-tox. Yes, more men are discovering the wonders of Botox. video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsvideo player Actor Johnny Markoudakis told ABC that he got Botox injections in his forehead and around his eyes, and a week later people told him he looked more refreshed. But Bro-tox […]
Earlobe rejuvenation is a growing trend among women, according to Britain’s Daily Mail. Surgery to repair stretched or torn earlobes is becoming more common. Whether from years of wearing earrings or just the natural aging process, earlobes can stretch and age a woman. Some are choosing to have this corrected either in combination with a […]