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Older adults opting for plastic surgery during unemployment

Older adults opting for plastic surgery during unemployment

As competition between job hunters remains stiff, more people are going the extra mile to stand out to employers on their resumes and in person. More companies are hiring young adults with college degrees, putting older individuals at a disadvantage. However, a number of Baby Boomers are fighting back by undergoing cosmetic procedures to remain competitive, according to NBC affiliate KGW.

Categories: Age/Gender Issues
February 23, 2011
Botched plastic surgery procedures lead to multiple charges

Botched plastic surgery procedures lead to multiple charges

Many people aspire to enhance their beauty through plastic surgery, but by failing to take the time to do background research on a surgeon, an individual may not only have bad results, but be putting their lives in danger.

Categories: Patient Safety
February 22, 2011
Baby Boomers not ready for the knife, look to noninvasive procedures

Baby Boomers not ready for the knife, look to noninvasive procedures

As more Baby Boomers attempt to stay relevant in the workplace, a number of individuals are turning to plastic surgery to look and feel younger.

Categories: Age/Gender Issues
February 18, 2011
New Jersey woman charged after giving illegal cosmetic procedures

New Jersey woman charged after giving illegal cosmetic procedures

Yamile Mattos of South Plainfield, New Jersey, has been charged with practicing medicine without a license among other crimes.

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
February 17, 2011
Aspiring models seek out non-surgical plastic surgery

Aspiring models seek out non-surgical plastic surgery

The modeling industry may be one of the most competitive fields for young women, particularly for those who are concerned that a particular body part may be barring them from breaking into the fashion world.

Categories: Cosmetic Medicine News, Dermal Fillers
February 16, 2011

The mission of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) includes medical education, public education and patient advocacy. Plastic Surgery News Briefs are summaries of current stories found through various news and magazine outlets that relate to or mention plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures. The views expressed in these news articles do not necessarily reflect the opinions of ASAPS, but are merely published as an educational service to our members and the general public. For additional information on these subjects and other plastic surgery related topics, please go to www.surgery.org

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Robert W. Kessler, MD – Vice Chair, Editor
Denis F. Branson, MD – Editor
Lynn C. Jeffers, MD – Editor
Gary R. Culbertson, MD – Editor
Karol A. Gutowski, MD – Editor

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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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