The Wall Street Journal recently reported a headline article that silicone implants were banned by the FDA in 1992 and are making a comeback since the ban was lifted in 2006. However, silicone implants did not completely disappear during the claimed 14 year ban. According to Dr. Mark Mandell-Brown, voted 2013 ‘Top Doc’ for breast […]
Most people associate plastic surgery with those that are trying to hold on to the beauty of their youth or for reasons of vanity. However, there are many people that have taken advantage of liposuction for its health benefits. Some surgeons may have mixed feelings about the procedure and it is important that you understand […]
Natrelle 410, the “gummy bear implant,” now on the market Most people probably think of one thing when they heard the words “gummy bear;” the delicious, ursine candies. But there’s another meaning – what are known as “gummy bear breast implants,” the nickname for a type of silicone gel implant that’s been the subject of […]
Some simple things you can do to get the most out of your weight loss regimen Losing weight is a common New Year’s resolution, but around this time, a lot of people who vowed to get slimmer will give up due to frustration that their efforts are not producing the results they’re after. Try not […]
What goes into the final tally One of the biggest factors that can deter prospective cosmetic surgery patients is the cost of the procedure itself. Since cosmetic surgery is, in most cases, discretionary, it’s not typically covered by insurance, so the cost of the procedure falls upon the patient. With surgical procedures running a tab […]
What you can vow to do to keep yourself looking your best. After everyone’s had a go of singing Auld Lang Syne and celebrated the passing of another year, a lot of people have, of course, vowed to improve themselves with the tradition of the New Year’s Resolution. If you’re still pondering what to put […]
A London study suggests you’re looking good in the long haul One of the most popular questions regarding facelifts is, “how long will the results last?” A facelift is a serious undertaking, and not to be taken them lightly. People want to know what they’re getting into before they take the plunge. Minimally-invasive procedures such […]
A new study from the UK and Scotland shows that more than five years after patients undergo a facelift procedure, three-fourths of them still look younger than they did before the surgery. Even though some areas of the patient’s face showed some signs of aging, a range of assessments showed long lasting results, according to […]
Foremost for getting a new position is preparing for an interview by educating one’s self on particular industry trends and researching companies. However, one’s experience and youthful demeanor weigh heavily on one’s marketability. Physical appearance also plays a big role in how confident one is in a job interview. Here are five common traits that […]
A recent post on Medscape provides an overview of the changes men face as they age and the cosmetic treatments available to them. While men don’t have to go through the same hormonal changes as women while they age, the changes in their appearance men face still can have negative psychological effects. According to the […]