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Obesity can lead to multiple surgeries

Weight loss surgery and then plastic surgery to correct sagging skin

There’s no denying that Americans are getting fatter.

Categories: Body Contouring News
June 27, 2012
Liposuction may reduce skin cancer risk

Liposuction may reduce skin cancer risk

The outcome of a recent Rutgers University study suggests removing abdominal fat can reduce the risk of developing ultraviolet-light induced skin cancer.

Categories: Body Contouring News, Plastic Surgery News
June 25, 2012
Spring/summer cosmetic surgery trends

Spring/summer cosmetic surgery trends

A recent report conducted by the plastic surgery information and customer review website RealSelf.com reveals the seasons top trends in surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

Categories: Body Contouring News, Breast Surgery News, Facial Aesthetic Surgery News, Plastic Surgery News
June 14, 2012
Postop liposuction undergarment goes mainstream

Postop liposuction undergarment goes mainstream

The “faja,” which comes to us from Columbia, a center for cosmetic surgery, was designed to be worn as a recovery aid following liposuction to keep swelling down and ensure proper skin tightening.

Categories: Body Contouring News
June 7, 2012
Exercise may deter new fat from forming following liposuction

Exercise may deter new fat from forming following liposuction

A new study underscores the importance of exercise following a liposuction procedure and recovery in order to maintain a flat stomach.

Categories: Body Contouring News, Plastic Surgery News
June 4, 2012

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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