John A. Millard M.D. Featured In Cosmetic Surgery Times
Cosmetic Surgery Times turned to John A. Millard, M.D. for their article, "Aesthetic chest enhancement options include implants, high-def liposculpture." Dr. Millard's practice,
Clinical Data Demonstrates 5 Year Efficacy And Safety Of Aquamid R In Facial Augmentation
Contura International A/S announced that 5-year clinical data for its soft volume filler Aquamid(R) was presented at the annual meeting for the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) in San Diego. Aquamid(R) is used to rejuvenate or contour the face, either by restoring lost volume or by adding extra volume where needed.
Reconstruction Innovations For Breast Cancer Patients Including Partial And Full Mastectomies Examined By ASPS Report
Lumpectomy or breast conservation surgery is the most common type of breast cancer surgery currently performed. A benefit of the surgery is that only part of the breast is removed, but a drawback can be the resulting physical appearance of the breast, which may be disfigured, dented or uneven.
Lipodissolve - Response By Dr. Bark To Plastic Surgeons Who Have Given It A Negative Spin
Plastic surgeons condemn new non-surgical procedure lipodissolve, a safe inexpensive procedure is given a negative spin by plastic surgeons in fear of losing patients, says Dr. Bark of the Lipodissolve clinic in Evanston, Illinois. The two national groups of plastic surgeons have launched their own campaign against a procedure called lipodissolve.
A Range Of Cosmetic Medicine Procedures For Any Age
BeautyforLife.com is the new interactive website where consumers can answer a few questions and receive a customized cosmetic medicine Beauty Plan. The website-a joint initiative of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)-is helping consumers understand and make educated choices among the full range of cosmetic medicine procedures.
Moves To Protect Canadians From Unqualified 'Cosmetic Surgeons'
At the moment in Canada a General Practitioner can advertise himself/herself as a cosmetic surgeon, even though he/she is not a certified surgeon - two new rules changes have been approved by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) which stop this.
Armed Forces Multi-Million Dollar Effort To Help Soldiers
A procedure currently performed all over the world for cosmetic purposes might also improve wound healing and limb function for soldiers who are severely hurt and scarred during combat. Dr. Adam Katz, plastic surgeon and researcher at the University of Virginia Health System, will conduct research in this area under the Armed Forces Institute of Regenerative Medicine (AFIRM).
FDA Clears Of Its Spectra VRM III Q-Switched Nd:Yag Laser System For Treating A Broad Spectrum Of Dermatological And Aesthetic Conditions
Lutronic has announced that it has received FDA clearance to market its Spectra VRM III. This dual pulse Q-Switched Nd:Yag laser is the feature-rich successor to the Spectra VRM II. The laser produces 4 wavelengths (1064 nm, 532 nm, 585 nm, 650 nm) in Q-switched nanosecond pulse.
Got Fat?: Plastic Surgeons Review Fat-Melting And Fat-Grafting Procedures
New techniques and devices for surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic enhancement are being introduced at a rapid pace, but do these innovations really deliver what they promise? Are the results of minimally invasive treatments, offering the benefit of little or no downtime, comparable to more.
Facelifts Make A Comeback With Boomers In 2007
Despite increasing consumer demand for less invasive procedures for facial rejuvenation, facelifts are making a comeback with female and male baby boomers. According to the latest statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), facelifts are up 14 percent for patients ages 40 and over, with nearly 116, 200 procedures performed in 2007.