People have called it “the ultimate acid test,”but we like to refer to it as a facial peel. Today’s advanced peels have made the aesthetic results outstanding. Now, peels can actually tighten the skin as they peel away layers and
The Visia Complexion Analysis System does! This amazing photographic system gives you and your doctor a closer look at what’s happening with your skin. It uses ultraviolet and polarized light to look deep into the skin, showing things happening underneath
Experienced plastic surgeons know healthy patients – with a stable weight, who don’t smoke – have more successful surgery outcomes. That’s why they often decline to operate on a patient who engages in unhealthy habits. Such patients face greater risks
Like many drugs developed in recent years, Latisse made its way to the market inadvertently. The hot new eyelash enhancer was born out of a group of popular medications called topical prostaglandins, drugs frequently used to decrease intra-ocular pressure in
To increase her agility and possibly improve her tennis game, Simona Halep has announced plans to undergo breast reduction surgery next fall. According to news sources in the UK, Ms. Halep complained that her large (34 DD) breasts have slowed
Researchers associated with the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) recently gathered information on 687 patients who had received Botox and/or dermal filler treatment. While a summary of the full results can be found in this document; some of
According to the New York Times, surgical practices in Prague are offering free enhancements to nurses as an employment incentive. One nurse chose to undergo breast augmentation and liposuction, free of charge. The piece raises some interesting ethical questions:
At Plastic Surgery Experts, we see surgery consultations as an opportunity to educate and comfort our patients. This can be partly achieved through email correspondence. Prior to a consultation in person, you may contact us with questions and concerns. The
Last week, the Food & Drug Administration granted clearance to Medicis Pharmaceutical for their new wrinkle reducer, Dysport. Plastic surgeons and dermatologists may have the drug available for cosmetic use in just 30 – 60 days. Dysport will compete with
Botox injection can work to smooth out facial wrinkles; that’s been firmly established. But that isn’t the extent of its current useage. If you do a little research, you’ll discover that physicians use Botox for many other interesting purposes. As
