When 60 is the new 50, hand rejuvenation is the finishing touch
First there was the facelift, buttock lift, eye lift and breast lift. Now, there is the “hand lift.”
March 21, 2012
Categories: Anti-Aging News, Skin Procedures News
Texas woman charged in botched illegal breast implant case
A Texas hairstylist is under arrest after authorities say she performed illegal breast augmentations on clients in the back room of her salon and is now facing charges for practicing medicine without a license.
March 20, 2012
Categories: Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
No age limit for plastic surgery?
Americans are living longer than ever. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average life expectancy for Americans is now 78.5 years.
March 19, 2012
Categories: Age/Gender Issues, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
Arrest made at buttock augmentation “pumping party”
In this case, “buyers beware” is a gross understatement. According to Dan Childs, reporting for ABC News, March 1, 2012, Philadelphia police arrested 42-year-old Padre Victoria Windslowe for administering illegal injections for the purpose of buttock augmentation.
March 16, 2012
Categories: Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
How to evaluate MD-formulated skin creams
The March 2012 issue of Allure magazine tells you what to do when your dermatologist, plastic surgeon or other physician recommends that you start a skin care regimen using products they have formulated and sell in the office.
March 15, 2012
Categories: Anti-Aging News, Skin Procedures News
About ASAPS
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), is recognized as the world’s leading organization devoted entirely to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine of the face and body. ASAPS is comprised of over 2,600 Plastic Surgeons; active members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (USA) or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and have extensive training in the complete spectrum of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures. International active members are certified by equivalent boards of their respective countries. All members worldwide adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and must meet stringent membership requirements.
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