Can our unique perceptions of beauty play a role in the decisions we make about cosmetic plastic surgery? A recent Huffington Post article written by a plastic surgeon suggests that they can. In the article, Dr. Robert Tornambe points out that each of us consider varying aspects of the human form to be beautiful. In… Continue Reading »
Men who undergo male breast reduction surgery to treat gynecomastia are highly satisfied with the procedure, according to an Italian study. The study also found that treating gynecomastia improves patients’ quality of life. What is Gynecomastia? Men with gynecomastia have excess breast tissue, which doctors believe may be caused by hormonal problems. Men with the… Continue Reading »
Hoping to look fabulous for a special occasion? Our calculator will help you plan your procedure so that you have plenty of time to meet with surgeons, recover optimally, and give your results time to settle in. Just select a procedure, enter a goal date for when you want to look your best, and see… Continue Reading »
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Bioform Medical broke the news last week about a landmark achievement; 1 million syringes of Radiesse dermal filler have been shipped since 2002. Radiesse is the company’s main product and most commonly used to treat facial wrinkles, folds and facial lipoatrophy. Based in San Mateo, California, BioForm has been incorporated since 1999. Radiesse has been… Continue Reading »
A patient asked about the recovery from rhinoplasty; she writes “I had Rhinoplasty surgery 3 weeks ago and my nose is still swollen. Is it normal for swelling to persist that long?” Yes. It can be difficult for your body to ease swelling around the nose. After about 2 weeks, people you don’t know won’t even… Continue Reading »
After rhinoplasty, or ‘nose reshaping,’ most people say the recovery was easier than they expected. People usually return to work somewhere between 1-2 weeks after the procedure. The downtime largely depends on job requirements and considerations regarding the splint that must be worn for about a week. On the day of surgery, patients should expect… 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 »
Patients who had Botox treatments and also used the Obagi Nu-Derm skin care system were more satisfied with their results and had a greater improvement in overall facial appearance compared to patients who had Botox treatments with placebo in clinical trials. Obagi Nu-Derm works at the cellular level by exfoliating and stimulating cell turnover, so… Continue Reading »
One of the most commonly discussed singers in pop culture, John Meyer recently made headlines again by receiving Botox injections. Unlike most Botox recipients, however, Meyer’s treatments were not for facial wrinkles, but for a serious throat condition. Meyer recently developed a granuloma on his vocal chords, which interfered with his ability to sing and… Continue Reading »
