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Do people earning $60,000 a year make up the majority of plastic surgery patients?

Do people earning less than $60,000 a year make up the majority of plastic surgery patients?

If Laurie Essig speaks the truth, it’s time to change the way we think about plastic surgery. The idea that cosmetic surgery belongs to the “Beverly Hills Housewives” and their affluent counterparts may be more myth than fact. According to Essig, assistant professor of sociology and gender studies at Middlebury College, as reported by Salon.com, people earning less than $60,000 per annum make up the majority of plastic surgery patients.

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
February 15, 2011
Do facial exercises combat signs of aging?

Do facial exercises combat signs of aging?

There are many products on the market that aim to help those concerned about signs of aging eliminate wrinkles on their face.

Categories: Anti-Aging News
February 14, 2011
Science-y-ness sells face creams

Science-y-ness sells face creams

Face creams moisturize, making the skin appear supple and healthy. However, there is no reason to believe that they do more than that. The FDA does not require manufacturers to prove that cosmetic products are safe or effective but simply prohibits claims that a product alters body structure or function or treats or prevents disease.

But the lack of real science does not stop the act of near-religious faith that propels well-heeled, hopeful women from purchasing “Revive Peau Magnifique Youth Recruit” at Neiman Marcus for $1,500 for four ampuls of serum.

Categories: Skin Procedures News
February 11, 2011

Considering plastic surgery? Look to mom and dad

Many people who are beginning to see the signs of aging may be considering undergoing plastic surgery to tackle unwanted wrinkles. Those who are at a loss as to what part of their body they should target may want to look to their parents for inspiration, according to The Daily Mail.

Categories: Anti-Aging News, Facial Aesthetic Surgery News
February 9, 2011
Miami woman arrested for injecting Botox without a license

Miami woman arrested for injecting Botox without a license

A woman from Miami-Dade County, Florida, was arrested on Tuesday, January 25, on charges of practicing without a medical license and possession with intent to sell drugs without a prescription.

Categories: Patient Safety
February 8, 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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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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