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Skin tone is key to aging process, not wrinkles
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These days, aging has become synonymous with wrinkles, therefore most of the efforts of the cosmetic industry are focused on banishing them. However, women should perhaps think twice before spending a small fortune on anti-wrinkle creams, as new studies have revealed that it's actually skin tone that
gives away one’s age and not wrinkles alone, the Telegraph informs. More
Face transplants available to wounded veterans
The Plastic Surgery Channel
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Face transplant surgery will be available to wounded war veterans, thanks to a new multimillion dollar contract awarded by the U.S. Department of Defense. Currently, less than ten face transplants have been performed worldwide, but eight more are expected to be performed in the next
18 months.
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Skin preparations decrease risk of surgical-site infections
HealthDay News
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Simple preoperative skin preparations may significantly reduce the risk of surgical-site infections, according to two
studies in the Jan. 7 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
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Plastic surgeons find customers are seeking lower-cost treatments
Los Angeles Times
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In the fall season opener of "Nip/Tuck," the sleek Los Angeles office of McNamara/Troy sat forlorn and empty, a voice-over reminding that when times are tough, one of the first things to go is the luxury of elective
cosmetic surgery.
That same scene could be played out in plastic surgeons' offices all over, as people seem to be passing up big-ticket beauty procedures—face-lifts, liposuction, breast augmentation—and seeking less expensive ways to achieve beauty ideals.
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FDA cracks down on spa and beauty device maker
MedPage Today
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The FDA has announced a consent decree with medical device manufacturer Sybaritic that requires the company to cease production and distribution of laser surgery, dermatological, and spa devices until it complies with the agency's quality standards.
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Post-rhinoplasty soft tissue fillers warrant cautious use
HealthDay News
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Soft tissue fillers can be used to smooth out post-rhinoplasty deformities, but silicone should be avoided and other fillers applied with extreme caution, according to an article in the November/December issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
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The Environ® Advanced Vitamin Skin Therapy (AVST) range assists skin to mobilize its innate ability to repair and maintain itself. The range consists of five increasing strengths of vitamins A and C, and contains Resveratrol, antioxidants, flavonoids and peptides (Matrixyl™). No fragrance or preservatives are added during manufacture.
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Pellevé is the newest innovation in skin tightening, recently FDA-cleared to treat facial wrinkles without surgery. Using radiowaves, the Pellevé system heats the deep layers of the skin, causing collagen to contract and tighten. After treatment, the skin begins to produce new collagen, improving skin firmness and resulting in a naturally refreshed appearance.
To learn more please click here www.pelleve.com
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Smartlipo
techniques gently heat skin from the inside out for exceptional facial tissue tightening.Smartlipo provides a longer lasting alternative to injections with less recovery.
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