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When do you need to start using anti-aging creams?

When do you need to start using anti-aging creams?

The beauty industry is saturated with anti-aging creams. It can be difficult for those looking to reduce the appearance of wrinkles to make a selection when confronted with overstocked shelves of serums, lotions and moisturizers. If you're a woman in her 20s or 30s, you may be wondering if it's necessary to start using such products, even if wrinkles haven't started to appear on your face.

Categories: Anti-Aging News
March 19, 2013
Silicone breast implants make a comeback since 2006 FDA ruling

Silicone breast implants make a comeback since 2006 FDA ruling

Since silicone breast implants were re-approved in 2006 by the Food and Drug Administration, their use has grown exponentially in breast augmentations. Fox News reports that new statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) show that 72 percent of all breast implants are now silicone.

Categories: Breast Surgery News
March 15, 2013
Research ties plastic surgery to higher self-esteem, better mood

Research ties plastic surgery to higher self-esteem, better mood

There are a number of issues for which people choose to go under the knife. Whether it's to fix a condition or simply to improve a person's appearance, plastic surgery has increased in popularity over the years for a variety of reasons. Now, a new study suggests people could be opting for plastic surgery aimed at a little mood boost.

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
March 14, 2013
Most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in 2012

Most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in 2012

The 2012 National Totals for Cosmetic Procedures, hot off the press from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), answers an interesting question: “What cosmetic procedures do Americans think are important enough to invest hard-earned dollars in?”

Categories: Plastic Surgery News
March 12, 2013
What are your wrinkles telling you?

What are your wrinkles telling you?

Have you ever been to a palm reader? These clairvoyant individuals claim that the lines on our hands tell a story about our lives. Is it possible that those pesky wrinkles on your face could also be trying to tell you something?

Categories: Anti-Aging News
March 11, 2013

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

Electronic Communications Committee – Medical Editors

Gary M. Brownstein, MD – Electronic Communications Chair
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

ASAPS Staff Editors

John O’Leary – Director of Public Education & Marketing
Jian Sun – Communications Manager
Kevin Charles – Web Producer/SEO Manager
Adeena Babbitt – Director of Public Relations

Please direct all questions about the Aesthetic Society’s Plastic Surgery News Briefs to Adeena Babbitt at Adeena@surgery.org or by calling 212-921-0500.

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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