Q: Breast augmentation has become the most popular cosmetic surgery in the United States; how did this happen? A: The simplest answer is that breast augmentation is popular because a) many American women are dissatisfied with the size and shape of their breasts and b) the procedure is a predictable and effective solution to that… Continue Reading »
Senate leaders have reportedly dropped the so-called Botax from the healthcare reform bill. Interestingly, they decided to trade one controversial tax for another; they’re replacing the elective cosmetic tax with a 10% tax on indoor tanning! John Overstreet of the Indoor Tanning Association reportedly accused plastic surgeons of “throwing the tanning industry under the bus… Continue Reading »
So far, 43 people have responded to our Botax poll since it was posted. Thank you to everyone who participated! Nearly 50 percent of you agreed that a tax on cosmetic surgery would discriminate against women. It’s not terribly surprising that most respondents sided with the discrimination argument, as that’s likely the most valid objection… Continue Reading »
Today, I want to write about a body part that I wish would stay larger, but seems to be thinning out over time, adding years to my face while I’m busy trying to age gracefully. Can you guess what it is? I’m talking about lips! I want those lips I see on women that look… Continue Reading »
<br /> <a href=”http://answers.polldaddy.com/poll/2324210/” mce_href=”http://answers.polldaddy.com/poll/2324210/”>What’s your opinion about the proposed tax on cosmetic procedures?</a><span style=”font-size:9px;” mce_style=”font-size:9px;”>(<a href=”http://www.polldaddy.com” mce_href=”http://www.polldaddy.com”>poll</a>)</span><br /> These answers are real opinions expressed about the proposed elective cosmetic tax. The proposed tax will add a 5 percent charge on any procedure performed by a medical professional that “is not necessary to ameliorate a… Continue Reading »
One of our patients is a host on XRadio, a new internet radio station based here in Las Vegas. Dr. Pancholi was the first cosmetic surgeon to appear on the show “XGirls” last week, where he offered some advice on health, beauty, and cosmetic surgery. Here are a few photos from our visit to the… Continue Reading »
The latest health care reform bill unveiled by the Senate includes a 5 percent tax on cosmetic services provided by a medical professional. Now cosmetic surgeons and others in the industry are voicing their opposition to the tax, which could be implemented as early as 2010. The most widespread objection is that women, the predominant… Continue Reading »
After a successful surgery consultation, you should have some answers to your most important questions and feel more confident about how to proceed – whether that involves moving forward with the procedure or not. We want you to have a productive consultation with Dr. Pancholi, so here are 2 tips to help make that happen…. Continue Reading »
A little over two months remain for patients to take advantage of the increased warranty coverage being offered by silicone breast implant manufacturers. Until the end of the year, breast augmentations with silicone gel implants can qualify for $3500 of warranty coverage that can cover revision surgery if a rupture occurs, lasting up to ten… Continue Reading »
Lots of people admire a “do-it-yourself” attitude or work ethic, but in certain situations that approach can backfire. When it comes to cosmetic surgery – even with minimally invasive treatments – you’re always in better hands with a qualified surgeon. People at 20/20 are asking “Have you tried do-it yourself plastic surgery?” Are products like… Continue Reading »
