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Macrolane Injections vs Body Implants for Body Shaping

There are a large number of injectable fillers today (nine at present) that are used exclusively for aesthetic facial purposes. Many of these are composed of hyaluronan with well known brand names such as Restylane, Juvaderm, and Perlane to name a few. The popularity of these injectable products is that hyaluronan is naturally found Read More…

Rhinoplasty Analysis and Planning – How A Plastic Surgeon Sees It

Rhinoplasty patients are understandably interested in knowing how their plastic surgeon thinks in analyzing their nose for surgery. Perhaps in this quest they are really interested in knowing if what bothers them is what their plastic surgeon sees. While photographic analysis and computer imaging are keys in this communication process, experienced plastic surgeons certainly Read More…

Endoscopic Glabellar Muscle Resection for Cosmetic and Migraine Improvement

Frowning is a very common human facial movement that can indicate a variety of expressive emotions. Most commonly, it suggests concern, concentration and even anger. As the eyebrows move closer together, a pair of vertical lines or grooves develops between them. Known as glabellar furrows, these indentations start out as appearing only when one Read More…

Do It Yourself Botox – A Consumer Warning

The success of Botox for facial expression relaxation has led to many imitators and knock-offs. Since Botox was clinically approved in the U.S. in 2002, many topical products from creams, lotions, and patches have become commercially available that allegedly produce ‘Botox-like’ results. People searching for a less expensive treatment option are lured in by Read More…

Tumescent Infiltration – A Fundamental Concept of Liposuction

Regardless of the liposuction technique used (traditional, ultrasonic, or laser), fluid is needed to be instilled into the treated area. In small areas (neck) , a typical numbing solution may be used (1% Lidocaine with epinephrine). But in most liposuction surgery, a solution known as tumescence or Hunstad is first instilled. This solution is Read More…

Lymphatic Massage Therapy after Liposuction

Liposuction induces significant trauma to the treated tissues, disrupting cellular contents as well as severing blood vessels and lymphatic channels. No matter how liposuction is performed, this results in significant swelling and some bruising. To help control the amount of swelling and encourage its elimination, the use of compression garments is the current standard Read More…

Rhinoplasty Reshaping of the Middle Eastern Nose

Rhinoplasty is an operation that is requested across all races and cultures. Each race to a large degree has inherent features that make it distinct from a traditional Caucasian nose. The Middle Eastern nose is no exception . While the concept of Middle Eastern is a cultural blend of many people that have become Read More…

Facelift Surgery – Avoiding Loss of the Temporal Hairline

The primary motivation for which someone undergoes a facelift is to have a better looking neck and an improved jawline. While discreet scars are an accepted trade-off for this improvement, very visible scars or significant changes in one’s hairline are not. One of the most common telltale signs of a facelift is the loss Read More…

Trends in Detection of Melanoma Skin Cancer

As May is skin cancer prevention month, it is appropriate to talk about the most lethal of the three main types of cutaneous malignancies, melanoma. The occurrence of melanoma over the past several decades has continued to increase. It seems more and more people are being diagnosed and treated for this type of skin cancer. Read More…

Product Reviews: Dysport – A New Facial Wrinkle Reducer

It has finally happened….a competitive alternative to Botox for cosmetic facial wrinkle reduction has been approved by the FDA. Last week, The FDA put its stamp of approval on the boulinum toxin A drug Dysport. (had been known as Reloxin) This was anticipated since January when an FDA panel gave it a preliminary nod. Read More…