Treatments of the Non-invasive and Invasive Varieties Abound for Cellulite
from Modern Medicine
Occurring predominantly in women, cellulite is characterized by lumpy and dimpling skin typically seen over the thighs, hips and buttocks. In predisposed individuals, the bulging out of the fat between the tight bands of fibrous tissue that connect the muscle to the skin causes the skin to dimple and have an orange peel-like effect. Although therapeutic approaches are geared to smooth out and correct the irregularities of skin contour, the various invasive and noninvasive techniques used often result in only temporary cosmetic results, says one surgeon expert. More

Americans Still Spending Money on Anti-Aging Products
from ABC News - Kearney, Neb.
Surprising results from a new survey of 1,000 women show that despite the state of the economy, they are not giving up their anti-aging skin routine! In fact, many continue to spend thousands of dollars for their favorite at home treatments, continuing their regular visits to the doctor and giving up other areas of their life to afford their anti-aging regimen. More

Cosmetic Surgery and Your Career
from New Beauty Magazine
We'd all like to believe that we can get and keep jobs based on talent and effort, but in this precarious economy, many people feel their appearance plays a bigger part than ever before. So, despite tight budgets, job seekers are spending money on cosmetic procedures to increase their employee appeal. More

Economy Puts New Wrinkle In Plastic Surgery
from Lynchburg News and Advance
These are times when the whole plastic surgery market could use a lift and expansion. Affluent Caucasian women who have long been the bedrock of the plastic surgery market are feeling the effects of the economy and holding off on the most expensive procedures: face-lifts, breast augmentation and tummy tucks. More

The Changing Face
from The Washington Examiner
In just 10 years, cosmetic surgery has undergone a serious makeover. A one-time exotic procedure reserved for the well-to-do-with-nothing-to-do has become more specialized and accessible. More

Botox Turns 20: Safety, Efficacy Unparalleled — But Competition Lurks
from Modern Medicine
Nearly two decades after the introduction of botulinum toxin A for therapeutic indications, Botox Cosmetic (botulinum toxin A, Allergan) ranks among the safest and most successful aesthetic treatments available, dermatologists say. But, because of its relatively high cost, doctors say they would welcome competitive botulinum toxin options. More

FDA Puts a Stricter Warning Label on Botox
from Grinza
Recent studies show that the effect of Botox can spread throughout the body, resulting to difficulty in breathing, swallowing, and even death. Acting on the evidence, the US Food and Drug Administration advised Botox product manufacturers to puts stricter label warnings on the anti-wrinkle drug. More