Every so often, a catchy concept comes along, and suddenly, that buzzword is everywhere. The buzz used to be about “laser-this” and “laser-assisted that”. Now the popular phrase for plastic surgery is “”stem cells” and in particular, “stem cell facelifts”. There was heated discussion about this procedure at the “Hot Topics” portion of the recent […]
At the Toronto meeting, we heard about two new hyaluronic gel fillers that are edging ever closer to FDA approval. These are called “Belotero” and “Prevelle Lift”. Like Juvederm and Restylane, they are made from the same basic molecule, the ever-popular hyaluronic acid gel. These new formulations, however, are manufactured differently, with the result being […]
Here’s a way to receive up to $100 back from Allergan…but only in selected practices, like ours. It’s called the Latisse Real $100 Reward Program. This is for our patients that would like to try Latisse (the popular eyelash treatment), and also use either Botox or Juvederm XC (with lidocaine). Here’s how it works: – have a Botox […]
OK, readers – here’s your chance! Suggest a meritorious plastic surgery topic that interests you – and I will write about it. Submit your suggestions and comments here, please – I’m looking forward to reading them!
Here’s a neat little trick, courtesy of Dr. Laurie Casas, which was presented at the “hot topics” part of the ASPS meeting in Toronto: Sculptra users can get a better result if they combine the injectable treatment with the use of Retin-A cream. Dr. Casas explained that, since both products work by stimulating collagen, it made sense […]
With the availability of two great wrinkle-fighting products in Botox and Dysport, the inevitable question of “which one is better?” comes up. Here’s one study, from the recent Facial Plastic Surgery meeting in Boston, that suggests Dysport works better on “crow’s feet” than Botox (link here). I think, though, there may be a problem with […]
I’ll be away for a few days, attending the ASPS meeting in Toronto, so I’ll be taking a little break from blogging….but when I come back, I promise to share the latest info on: – fat grafting – new fillers – laser updates – new variations on surgical procedures and new trends in plastic surgery.In […]
In this month’s issue of Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Dr. Barry diBernardo presented his latest study on skin shrinkage after laser-assisted liposuction. The study was funded by one of the laser manufacturers. Dr. diBernardo has been diligently researching this area for several years, and my impression of him after seeing him in person is one of an […]
OK blog readers, you heard it here first! Beginning October 1, 2010, and running for the entire month of October, we are having a tremendous special on our ENTIRE Obagi skin care line. Twenty percent off! Obagi cleanser, toner, exfoderm, and so on- all that good stuff, 20% off the usual retail price. Take advantage and stock […]
CNN and other national news agencies reported that today, an orthopedic surgeon was shot in the abdomen by a patient ‘s son, while briefing the son about his mother’s medical condition. The assault took place at the inpatient building of the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. The surgeon was rushed to surgery, in urgent […]
