Archive for the ‘FAQs’ Category
Saturday, May 8th, 2010
An updated study titled the “Increased Prevalence of Left-sided Skin Cancers” was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology in March. The study theorizes that increased exposure to the sun while driving may be contributing to the development of skin cancer. (more…)
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Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
It’s no secret that a bad night of sleep can affect a person’s appearance and ability to function. We need at least eight hours of sleep each night to refuel. If we are unable to get an adequate night of sleep, the physiological functions of the body are disrupted. This can adversely affect our appearance in a number of ways. (more…)
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Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) has released its annual report on the number of plastic surgery procedures performed in the United States in 2009. (more…)
Tags: breast augmentation, liposuction, plastic surgery, rhinoplasty
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Saturday, January 9th, 2010
Elective cosmetic procedures have surged in popularity during the last decade. In fact, millions of Americans undergo cosmetic treatments each year according to statistics. Here is a list of the most popular aesthetic procedures performed by physicians. (more…)
Tags: breast augmentation, liposuction, plastic surgery, rhinoplasty, skin care
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Sunday, December 6th, 2009
People of almost all ages undergo cosmetic surgery – from the child that undergoes otoplasty or cleft chin repair, to the teenager that gets rhinoplasty, to the adult that undergoes eyelid surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons collects plastic surgery data from surgeons throughout the United States and has provided the age distribution of plastic surgery patients in 2008. (more…)
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Friday, July 31st, 2009
With so many wrinkles treatments on the market, how do you decide which are right for you? Patients can now choose from laser skin therapy and injectables, which provide semi-permanent results; plastic surgery procedures, which offer results that can last for years; or professional skin care products, which can help maintain skin’s health. Check out the treatment guide below, and speak to a plastic surgeon or dermatologist to find out which treatments are right for you. (more…)
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Friday, July 31st, 2009
Unfortunately, as we age, the effects of the sun begin to show on our faces. The development of age spots, also known as liver, sun, and brown spots, can be prevented and treated with the adoption of a good skin care routine. (more…)
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Tuesday, June 30th, 2009
Cellulite is one of the most common cosmetic flaws that affect women. While the causes of cellulite are not completely understood, experts believe hormones, genetics, diet, and exercise play a role in its development. (more…)
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Wednesday, April 15th, 2009
In March of 2009, the Aesthetic Surgery Journal published the results of a survey conducted among members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery that revealed the most commonly used breast implant size, type, placement, and incisional approach used by cosmetic surgeons. (more…)
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