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Talking with your doctor about Botox safety

Talking with your doctor about Botox safety

The number one way to make sure your plastic surgery goes well is to speak with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Categories: Anti-Aging News, Cosmetic Medicine News, Injectables, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
February 12, 2013
UK plastic surgeons seek higher standards, more regulation

UK plastic surgeons seek higher standards, more regulation

The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS), a British group of plastic surgeons, recently released a statement calling for some changes in the rhetoric of the plastic surgery industry in the UK. The announcement could serve as a reminder for both patients and cosmetic surgeons here in the U.S. that it's essential to focus on realistic results and safety.

Categories: Cosmetic Medicine News, Injectables, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety, Psychological Issues
February 1, 2013
Phony doctor arrested and standing trial for sickening crimes

Phony doctor arrested and standing trial for sickening crimes

Yet another story has emerged in the news that should serve as a reminder to plastic surgery patients everywhere that patient safety is of the utmost importance.

Categories: Patient Safety
January 4, 2013
FDA Urges Docs to Buy Botox Made in the USA

FDA Urges Docs to Buy Botox Made in the USA

In a recent news article, we cautioned consumers about purchasing discount Botox from websites like Groupon and Living Social.

Categories: Cosmetic Medicine News, Injectables, Plastic Surgery News, Patient Safety
December 28, 2012
When laws fail, patients must play it smart

When laws fail, patients must play it smart

If you live in an urban or suburban area, chances are you've seen a medi-spa, even if you didn't know it.

Categories: Patient Safety
December 26, 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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