Black women begin to embrace plastic surgery
As part of her “20/20” TV special on plastic surgery, Barbara Walters interviewed a group of black or African-American women who had undergone breast augmentation, rhinoplasty and Botox injections.
March 14, 2012
Categories: Breast Surgery News, Plastic Surgery News
Jet set plastic surgery tries to spread its wings in spite of risks
For reasons that are puzzling to those of us who adore the comfort of our own beds, rich and famous socialites and celebs have always headed to distant shores for plastic surgery.
March 13, 2012
Categories: Plastic Surgery News
Radio station gives hope to two women in need of breast surgery
Two Chicago-area women will receive a free consultation and breast surgery from a board-certified plastic surgeon of their own choosing, thanks to a contest held by a classic rock station WLUP.
March 12, 2012
Categories: Breast Surgery News, Plastic Surgery News
Controversy surrounding facelift procedure
A recent ABC news report investigated the growing complaints against Lifestyle Life, “a nationwide group of 40 clinics [who] promise less invasive, cheaper facelifts.”
March 9, 2012
Categories: Facial Aesthetic Surgery News, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
Why is plastic surgery a growing trend in teens?
According to Utah's Daily Herald newspaper, teenagers are getting plastic surgery to improve their chances in an increasingly competitive society.
March 8, 2012
Categories: Age/Gender Issues, Plastic Surgery 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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