Archive for May, 2012
Face Lifts Inspired by FaceTime Video Chats
The wrong angle can make anyone appear older, as some Skype and FaceTime users are now realizing. A recent?ABC news report?explores the new, less-than-flattering perspective shown through webcams. As more people use these devices in their personal and professional lives, more of them desire a solution to the problems they see. ABC health writer Greta […]
Get Regular Exercise to Stop Fat After Abdominal Liposuction
For years, plastic surgeons have emphasized the fact that liposuction is not a substitute for healthy diet and regular exercise. A new study supports this advice, showing that exercise is critical after liposuction, because it helps keep off deep belly fat. In Brazil, doctors enrolled 36 women in a study. Before they had liposuction, they […]
Tips for Handling Payment of Your Plastic Surgery Procedure
Plastic surgery can be a life-changing experience. But covering the cost is a challenge for many patients. Unless you’re getting reconstructive surgery to treat an injury or illness, it’s unlikely that your insurance will cover even a small portion of your procedure. “Consumers should be aware that cosmetic surgery is not covered under insurance, so […]
How Long Does a Face Lift Last?
ASAPS Members Discuss Long Lasting Facial Rejuvenation A face lift can make you look 10-12 years younger, but how long will the results last? Members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery gathered last weekend to discuss facial rejuvenation techniques and their longevity. A panel discussion called “How Long Will My Facelift Last, Doctor?” […]
For Jenny McCarthy, Just Botox and Makeup Do the Trick at Age 39
In a recent interview, Jenny McCarthy, former Playboy playmate and star of the NBC show Love in the Wild, revealed her simple beauty routine to Life & StyleMagazine. Apparently she’s into fixing her frown lines with Botox every few months. How does Jenny still look so great? “I’m an obvious Botox user,” she tells the […]
Video: How to Make Your Own Breast Implant Sizers
Choosing the right breast implant size can be challenging. Fortunately, there are many new ways to visualize the expected results of breast augmentation. You could choose to buy Allergan’s Natrelle implant sizing kit, or undergo Vectra 3D imaging to see a picture of what you might look like after surgery. Or you could try the […]