Training Physician for both Botox and Fraxel Repair, Nissan Pilest Board Certified Dermatologist in Orange County begins in-office clinical procedure studies to track the effectiveness of using Botox as a pre-treatment to enhance the improvements of fractional CO2 skin resurfacing. Specific to this study will be resistant lip lines in women over the age of 40. More »
Benjamin Bassichis, MD, FACS, a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon, is honored with Diamond Level Status for Botox Cosmetic and Facial Fillers. Dr. Bassichis, a leading national expert in Cosmetic Injectables, is the only Facial Plastic Surgeon in Texas ever to receive this distinguished award reflecting his higher level of experience and excellent reputation in facial care. More »
Phoenix plastic surgeon , Dr. Heidi Regenass, offers an anti-aging cookbook using the power of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in the foods we eat to encourage health and vitality. It is these well chosen ingredients that help us to fight off the signs of aging from the inside out. More »
Aesthetic Surgery Journal (ASJ), an official peer-reviewed publication of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), has been accepted for indexing by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) in MEDLINE/PubMed , the world's most widely accessed medical database. More »
Aesthetic physicians need to be more strategic when attracting aesthetic patients to their practice. The use of education and creative marketing strategies will help them flourish during this shaky economy. More »
Gift Suite to Benefit Actor Isaiah Washington's Gondobay Manga Foundation; Homeless Not Toothless; Educating Young Minds; Hollywood Note Foundation More »
Despite the economic downturn, Cosmetic Surgery Consultants continue to see a record number of patients. That number has grown with the recent introduction of a non-surgical Gastric Balloon procedure, which studies have shown the average patient losing 15-20 kg (33-44 lbs) in just six months. More »
Searching for younger looking skin without the hassle of cosmetic surgery? Restylane and Radiesse are the top two anti-aging and anti-wrinkle treatments on the market. A leader in cosmetic products, Axon Medical Supplies is celebrating 2009 by offering instant saving on all cosmetic products, including the purchase of Restylane and Radiesse with the coupon code 'Axon09'. More »
MedSurge Advances announces changes to the current management team. More »
Noninvasive and minimally-invasive cosmetic surgery options are taking off as many younger patients elect to undergo smaller-scale enhancements. Dr. Richard Rival, a facial plastic surgeon in Toronto, finds that while surgical approaches are sometimes necessary, injectables can effectively treat premature signs of aging as well. More »
Dr. Craig Layt at Restore Rejuvenate Respect in Ballina, New South Wales and Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia is finding new ways to reach out to the community by dramatically reimagining his website, giving prospective patients video tours of his practice and web documentaries detailing the breast augmentation surgery process. More »
Luxury Miami Beach Condo Buyers from Canada, United States, and Europe seek out the professional and confidential services of Board Certified Miami Real Estate Attorney and Licensed Realtor Christian N. Folland, Esq. The huge increase in REO, or foreclosed bank-owned, Miami Beach condos, Miami Beach real estate and hot South Beach condos, has second home buyers and investors looking for great waterfront property deals negotiated from the lenders. Folland, with offices located in the prestigious South Beach real estate area of Miami Beach assists buyers in finding the best property at the best price. More »
Beverly Hills plastic surgeon , Dr. Jay Orringer, has used two decades of aesthetic and microsurgery acquired surgical skills to achieve detailed, individualized cosmetic surgical results. These learned skills are utilized in the pursuit of optimal cosmetic results. More »
Check the forecast. April showers are coming early this year with the April Rain Skin Science® launch of Night Rainew®, a genuine anti-aging breakthrough in prestige skin care. More »
Offering Boston plastic surgery procedures like liposuction and breast augmentation, Dr. Michael Tantillo recently upgraded his Web site to offer additional features for women and men who visit his practice online, including an expanded before & after photo gallery and stories from actual patients. More »
In today's information age, savvy consumers have at their disposable a variety of tools to research and compare healthcare options. Skill and safety are among the top criteria cited by many cosmetic surgery seekers, followed closely by cost. The surprising result? Many Americans now travel abroad for high quality, safe and affordable procedures. More »
ORA Dental Studio (ORA) opened its second location at a renovated space in the South Loop. More »
According to the surgeons at Plastic Surgery Center of the South, the beginning of the new year is a popular time for Atlanta face lift procedures. The period from January to February is an ideal time to schedule a face lift because recovery is easier and it's usually a relatively slow time of the year for most people. In addition, a face lift is a great way to get ready for spring. More »
The prominent Raleigh, North Carolina plastic surgeon discusses the paradigm change to natural looking plastic surgery with fat transplantation from older, subtractive techniques More »
Consumers looking to cut costs during the economic downturn cannot afford to cut corners on quality of care, warns the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS). While it's one thing to temporarily substitute fillers for facelifts, Dr Speron says the worst thing patients can do is to put price before professional training. More »
Andrew Smith, MD, FACS, is an Orange County face lift surgeon who performs short-scar face lifts for men and women who are seeking subtle facial tightening and contouring to correct early signs of aging. More »
Dr. Bill Johnson, of Innovations Medspa, has been featured on CBS for the Vi Peel More »
Dr. Bill Johnson, of Innovations Medspa, tests the new Vi Peel on a live patient. More »
Dr. Bill Johnson, of Innovations Medspa, tests the new 16.0 tip on a patient's thighs. More »
Smart Lipo™ Informational Seminar January 27, 2009 with Personal Touch MedSpa being held at Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort, Pawleys Island, South Carolina. More »
Acara, the leading business team in the Med Spa industry announces its upcoming Q1 2009 Webinar Series featuring industry experts Francis X. Acunzo, Debra Roberts and Sandi Unkrur. Register for any of the eleven complimentary webinars, and learn how the Acara Team of top medical spa business leaders strategize and implement Medspa development, management, marketing, and sales. More »
In tough economic times, plastic surgeons across the country are beginning to see a decline in the demand for elective cosmetic procedures. Breast reconstruction, however, plays an important role in the health and emotional well-being of women with breast cancer and Dr. Wandra Miles continues to see steady demand for the procedure at her plastic surgery practice in Seattle. More »
SurgiCare has announced an agreement with BMI Healthcare, the largest private hospital group in the UK More »
The Compliance Doctor, LLC reminds New York Licensed Physicians that the recent office-based surgery laws now require accreditation for physicians who utilize more than local to minimal sedation on patients in their offices. More »
A new development in laser technology means that spider vein removal isn't necessary anymore. There is now a spider vein solution that works to close off the spider veins, reducing or eliminating those purple / red veins without the need for any incisions. Surgical spider vein removal is now a thing of the past. More »
As cosmetic procedures increase in popularity and industry technology continues to advance, The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery concentrates on the aesthetic side of cosmetic surgery. For breast augmentation, Atlanta GA women look to The Swan Center surgeons for outstanding surgical skills, experience, and safety. More »
As the economy worsens there is a growing number of Medical Spas losing money. Acara, is offering a complimentary webinar on January 27th focused on MedSpa business turnaround. More »
Destiny Health Group LLC, a California based Health and Wellness Company launched its new growth strategy with the acquisition of the medical spa, Aspect Beauty. More »
Combination Treatment Shows Reduction in Lumpiness and Dimpling More »
As the 2nd annual AboutFACE®, The Art and Science of Using Injectable Agents and Energy-based Devices for Facial Aesthetic Enhancement approaches, Program Director, Dr. Steven Fagien is pleased to offer attendees the most extensive cutting edge meeting for aesthetic physicians. This two and one-half day interactive symposium will foster an open exchange of ideas and opportunities to learn through live injection and laser demonstrations, as well as skincare dispensing and practice enhancement workshops open to physicians and their staff. More »
Coalition Makes Predictions for 2009 More »
Rejuvalift Face and Body Aesthetic Medicine Institute in Phoenix, Arizona offers General or Surgical Physicians and their staff a 40 hour comprehensive course on the use of Laser Lipolysis or Cosmetic Lasers and Injectable Fillers and BOTOX in the medical practice setting. It is the only program structured to train the novice as well as advanced medical aesthetic physician. Courses will be taught by Plastic Surgeons, Anestheisiologists, Medical Professors, Nurses and Laser Physicists. Support Staff is welcome. Laser Certified Program available for non-physician employees. More »
The "mommy makeover" - a series of cosmetic surgery procedures designed to help women regain their pre-childbirth bodies - is becoming increasingly popular among women all over the country. Recently, Dr. Richard Chaffoo has noted that many of the women who come to his practice for plastic surgery in San Diego are combining breast enlargement and breast lift procedures in order to achieve a more complete mommy makeover. More »
Dr. Semira Bayati is known all over the world for her expertise in reshaping, renewing, and rejuvenating one’s appearance through surgical and non-surgical cosmetic enhancement. Now, she is giving new mothers the ability to achieve a total makeover that combines a number of options into one general procedure. The Mommy Makeover is designed to address common aesthetic problems brought on by pregnancy. More »
Men's Health magazine recently published a poll examining the popularity of cosmetic surgery among the residents of 100 metropolitan areas across the country. Sacramento, California ranked third in the poll. Sacramento plastic surgeon Dr. Scott Green attributes the area's high ranking to the popularity of surgical procedures like breast augmentation, liposuction, and "mommy makeovers." More »
Water Assisted Liposuction is the newest form of lipo and requires no general anesthesia. It is safe, comfortable and the patients see results right away, according to Dr. Liu, whose Miracle-Image Medaesthetic Institute offers a new reason to vacation in Vegas. More »
As the economic slowdown continues, plastic surgeons across the country are beginning to see a drop off in demand. However, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Wagner expects the demand for breast augmentation at his Indianapolis practice to remain fairly stable due to the popularity of the procedure. More »
Six months following the birth of a newly orphaned Chihuahua with severe facial deformities, high hopes for a successful cleft palate repair were realized! Oklahoma Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon, Dr. Ellen Domnick, DVM - was able to successfully repair the hard palate deformity in a 45 minute procedure which took place at the pup's current treating hospital: Neel Veterinary Hospital . (OKC, OK) More »
San Diego Physician one of first in the nation to receive new Thermage Body Shaping Tip 16. Older treatment tips could take hours. The new tip, at 16cm2, dramatically decreases treatment time and dramatically increases patient comfort. Triple Pinnnacle Award winner Dr. Nasrin Mani of La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic is first in line for new body shrinking technology. More »
Acara the leading Medical Spa consulting group is supporting its clients during this Recession with big savings through its Preferred Vendor Program. More »
For breast augmentation, New Jersey women should consider the real cost of the procedure beyond the initial price of surgery. Dr. Paul M. Parker, New Jersey plastic surgeon, advises of the importance of choosing a cosmetic surgeon wisely based on credentials, certification, and understanding, not choosing on price alone. More »
The IAPAM (International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine), in consultation with its members and associated industry experts, has compiled its list of the top trends in aesthetic medicine for 2009. From the continued market dominance of minimally-invasive procedures over surgical options, to anticipated unparalleled demand in the medical weight-loss field, 2009 promises to be a year of many anti-aging milestones. More »
Atlanta Urogynecology Surgeons Perform Non-Invasive Technique with Less Down-Time More »
Nine months after a young Filipino boy underwent a highly complex plastic surgery procedure to reverse the effects of severe burns on his right arm and leg, his Birmingham plastic surgeon reports that he is enjoying full functionality in both limbs. More »
Francis X. Acunzo, Medical Spa Industry Expert and CEO of Acara Medspa Consulting Group, presented a Webinar this week identifying Acara's top business turnaround tactics. 20 MedSpa Professionals from across the nation joined him for this event. More »
Hair loss webinar aims to discuss how hair transplants have changed in the past 15 years and explain various hair restoration options that are now available. More »
Research carried out in 2008 by The British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons found that a quarter of its members had treated patients for complications related to surgery carried out abroad. More »
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Smith is pleased to announce the launch of his new breast reconstruction Web site. The new site is designed to help breast reconstruction patients in Orange County and their families learn about their procedure options. More »