Plastic Surgery News in Category: Plastic Surgery News Briefs

Florida law aims to make plastic surgery safer

surgery.org — Wed, 30 May 2012 09:00:11 -0700

The governor of Florida has signed into effect a new law aimed at keeping plastic surgery patients safer.

Botox may help nighttime teeth grinders

surgery.org — Tue, 29 May 2012 09:00:12 -0700

Have you ever woken up after a long night's sleep feeling like you had been chewing on gravel while you slept?

Think twice before getting plastic surgery on your feet

surgery.org — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:15:26 -0700

For some, the beginning of summer means much more than toning the arms or exercising for a flatter tummy.

Is the fountain of youth filled with red wine?

surgery.org — Thu, 24 May 2012 09:00:06 -0700

A new study conducted by researchers at Harvard Medical School reveals some new information about the anti-aging benefits of a compound found in red wine.

Study: Botox treatments most effective for chronic, non-tension-type headaches

surgery.org — Wed, 23 May 2012 09:00:07 -0700

A new study conducted by scientists at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee suggests that Botox injections may offer better relief to those who suffer from certain types of headaches.

The fat you see and the fat you don't

surgery.org — Tue, 22 May 2012 09:00:04 -0700

Patients considering liposuction may think that removing the fat also removes their risk of obesity-related problems such as high blood pressure or cholesterol levels.

Lunchtime boob jobs banned in the UK

surgery.org — Mon, 21 May 2012 10:45:04 -0700

A procedure known as the "lunchtime boob job" will no longer be available in the United Kingdom.

Art and plastic surgery go together on university curriculum

surgery.org — Fri, 18 May 2012 13:00:06 -0700

Plastic surgeons go through years of training to understand anatomy, medicine and health procedures, but more than others in the medical field, their practice is inextricably linked to aesthetics.

New weight loss procedure seeks FDA approval

surgery.org — Thu, 17 May 2012 09:00:07 -0700

While many people turn to cosmetic surgery procedures such as liposuction, body contouring and breast reduction to improve their appearance, others seek surgeries that will help them shed unwanted pounds.

Breast augmentation celebrates milestone

surgery.org — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:08 -0700

While many people get breast implants as a birthday gift, others treat themselves to the surgery in order to improve their physical appearance and self-confidence.

Plastic surgery’s link to psychology

surgery.org — Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:05 -0700

A recent study presented at the 30th Anniversary Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) finds that individuals who undergo various plastic surgery procedures enjoy a positive psychological effect, improved quality of life and increased perceptions of well-being.

Doctors use collagen to keep the voice 'young'

surgery.org — Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:06 -0700

An injectable medicine that has been used to help treat frown lines, crow's feet and smile lines for decades is being used in a different way.

Brazil tightens breast implant regulations

surgery.org — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:07 -0700

Breast augmentation surgery is a popular procedure throughout the world, especially in Brazil.

Happy 10th birthday, Botox

surgery.org — Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:10 -0700

April 15th marked the 10-year anniversary of the approval of Botox Cosmetic by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Bargain-basement liposuction booted out of Florida

surgery.org — Wed, 09 May 2012 09:00:06 -0700

If you’re a Floridian whose bikini-clad body needs a little tweaking, you will now have a much better chance of undergoing a safe liposuction procedure.

Silicone today, fat tomorrow; breast augmentation rocks on

surgery.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:07 -0700

Silicone breast implants, invented in 1962, soldier on. Though they provide a smooth profile, they’ve had a bumpy path. The sixties bought a clamor for them. Then, because of complications, the nineties bought a clamor against them. Of these silicone devices, Wmag.com, May 2012, reports, “Now they are back: bigger, safer, and more popular than ever.” In fact, the FDA recently approved a new silicone breast implant manufactured by Sientra.

Cosmetic Surgery: 15 Years of Facts and Figures [INFOGRAPHIC]

surgery.org — Thu, 03 May 2012 11:57:46 -0700

If you’re at the ER for stitches, ask for the plastic surgeon on call

surgery.org — Wed, 02 May 2012 02:00:00 -0700

Acne, burns, dog bites, falls, surgery and other such miserable events are not only traumatic to experience but, to add insult to injury, leave their marks in the forms of scars. You may be able to live with a scar on your knee, but even boxers dislike facial scars. The May 2012 issue of Allure enlists experts from different specialties to provide you with the most effective tools to disguise,improve and prevent facial scars.

Brazilians now enjoy a tax break for plastic surgery procedures

surgery.org — Tue, 01 May 2012 09:45:09 -0700

First we reported that low-income people in Brazil were receiving free plastic surgery, and now it seems like even the wealthy in the nation can receive a break when it comes to cosmetic procedures.

Researchers seek unwanted fat from plastic surgery procedures

surgery.org — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:00:00 -0700

While most people who undergo cosmetic plastic surgery procedures such as liposuction and tummy tucks are happy to get rid of their unwanted fat, they probably don't think about - or care - where it ends up.