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Tuesday, May 25th, 2010Skin-rejuvenation modalities such as lasers and radiofrequency (RF) are commonly used for noninvasive skin tightening. However, significant cosmetic results are still lacking.
Although it’s in its early stages of development, a new technique using “guided” ultrasound shows much promise as a future noninvasive skin-tightening approach.
“Ultrasound technology used for skin tightening is [...]
Cosmetic procedures rise in light of economy
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010An American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) survey says interest in cosmetic surgery is on the rise as technological advancements make procedures more accessible, more affordable and safer than ever.
According AACS, based here, more than 17 million cosmetic surgery procedures were performed in the United States in 2009, more than has [...]
Restylane-L & Perlane-L
Thursday, April 15th, 2010Pharmaceutical company, Medicis, has begun shipment of the dermal fillers Restylane-L and Perlane-L (both hyaluronic acid/lidocaine).
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Jan. 29 approved Restylane-L for implantation into the mid- to deep dermis and Perlane-L for implantation into the deep dermis to superficial subcutis. Both fillers are intended for the [...]
Artefill Study Results
Thursday, April 15th, 2010There are encouraging 18-month interim results from a prospective five-year safety and patient-satisfaction study on Artefill (collagen gel/polymethylmethacrylate, Suneva Medical) for use in correcting nasolabial folds.
The 23-center study involved 1,008 patients with no recent history of nasolabial fold correction. Patients received an initial treatment with Artefill, and up to two [...]
Wrinkle Correction with Poly-L-Lactic Acid
Thursday, April 15th, 2010Injectable poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a synthetic, biodegradable, biocompatible polymer device, is more effective in correcting nasolabial fold wrinkles than collagen, with effects observed as long as 25 months after the last treatment, according to a study in the March issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Poly-L-lactic [...]
Baby Boomers & Cosmetic Surgery
Thursday, April 15th, 2010According to a recent survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, anti-aging procedures such as facelifts and blepharoplasty (eyelid lifts) are on the rise. So are botox and fillers. The bottom line is that baby boomers are aging but they don’t want their looks to do the same.
Facelifts rose 44 percent from 2008 to [...]
FDA Approval for Asclera (polidocanol)
Thursday, April 15th, 2010The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its approval of Asclera (polidocanol) injection for the treatment of small types of abnormally swollen or twisted veins called varicose veins on Tuesday, March 30, 2010.
The FDA has approved Asclera for the treatment of spider veins (tiny varicose veins less than 1 millimeter in [...]
Facilitating the Professional Relationship
Thursday, April 15th, 2010In their interactions with patients, surgeons must be cognizant of their communication skills, paying attention to their verbal and nonverbal language. Letting the patient talk without interrupting and listening with genuine interest are critical. It is also important not to talk patients into procedures they are not seeking in [...]
The “Donda West” Law in California
Wednesday, January 20th, 2010
As of January 1, 2010, the much publicized “Donda West Law” is in effect in California.
The law, named after rap artist Kanye West’s mother, who died a day after cosmetic surgery in 2007, prohibits doctors from performing elective cosmetic surgery without a physical examination and clearance from a medical professional.
The law requires an “appropriate” physical [...]
Aquamid vs. HA / Restylane
Thursday, January 7th, 2010According to results of a new study, the investigational injectable filler 2.5 percent polyacrylamide hydrogel (Aquamid) is as effective and well-tolerated as hyaluronic acid (HA, Restylane) for the correction of nasolabial folds, reports Medical News Today.
The study, conducted by researchers at the New York University School of Medicine, suggests that polyacrylamide hydrogel was as effective [...]