An increasing number of Chinese people are turning to cosmetic surgery, and it’s often younger women going under the knife, according to Reuters News. Their favorite procedures often include facial plastic surgery such as double eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty, as well as body enhancement procedures. In China, many younger people view cosmetic surgery as a
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Weight Loss is Best Before Breast Reduction, Study Advises
The best results from breast reduction come when patients lose weight first, according to a new study in the September edition of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official journal of the ASPS. The study analyzed a group of women who (except for one) chose bariatric surgery to achieve major weight loss. 15 of the patients
Problems with Medical Tourism Are Many, Says Plastic Surgeon
Medical tourism may seem like a viable alternative to plastic surgery stateside, but there are many possible issues with going abroad for surgery, according to the Huffington Post. Some savvy internet users may be able to find what seems like a low rate for a plastic surgery procedure abroad when compared to prices domestically, according
Questions About Breast Feeding and Breast Augmentation
Some of the most common breast augmentation questions are about breast feeding, both before and after surgery. To answer these questions, you should have an in-depth discussion with your plastic surgeon. For now, here are some general answers to the most frequently asked questions. Can I breast feed with implants? The presence of a saline
How to Rejuvenate the Neck Area: Surgery or Spa
Whether one is bothered by wrinkles, loose skin, or loss of jaw-line angularity, the neck is a frequently mentioned area of concern. Fortunately, cosmetic surgeons and aestheticians are providing a wide variety of options for neck rejuvenation. Skin rejuvenation: chemical peels and facials Wrinkles and crepey skin on the neck are very common. Some are
Recent Study Investigates Safety of Immediate Breast Reconstruction
A new study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows a low rate of complications in breast reconstruction immediately after mastectomy. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the results shown in this study “alleviate concerns that immediate reconstruction leads to increased complications” and make a strong argument for immediate breast reconstruction, Reduced psychological
Xeomin, the New Botulinum Toxin, Could Bring Cheaper Injectable Treatments
In 2010, the FDA gave clearance for XEOMIN, a drug that can treat abnormal neck pain (cervical dystonia) and spasms of the eye. Made with botulinum toxin type a, XEOMIN has the same active ingredient as the popular Botox® Cosmetic. XEOMIN recently received FDA clearance for treating frown lines. Some doctors say this could create
How Long Does Fat Grafting Last?
If you’re concerned about longevity of an injectable treatment, then fat grafting is one option to seriously consider. A new study in Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery shows long-lasting results from fat grafting surgery around the eye area. Doctors reviewed 99 patients to evaluate their results and see how long fat grafting lasted after aesthetic
Limb Salvage Team Helps Victims of Haitian Earthquake
A team of plastic and orthopedic surgeons achieved a high success rate in limb salvage – minimizing the need for amputations – among patients injured in last year’s devastating earthquake in Haiti, according to a study in the June issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
New Technique Doubles Breast Size Using Patient's Own Fat
A plastic surgery procedure in which the patient’s own fat is transplanted to the breasts – used along with treatment to expand the breast tissue before surgery – can achieve up to a twofold increase in breast size, according to a study in the June issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal
