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Hormone Therapy Not Linked to Wrinkle Improvements
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Low-dose hormone therapy doesn't offer statistically significant benefits to postmenopausal women with
mild to moderate skin aging changes, researchers report in the September issue of the Journal of the American
Academy of Dermatology.
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08/18/2008 09:00 PM
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Should nonphysicians inject Botox?
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The Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety has taken another step in its mission to educate the
public about how to safely access injectable cosmetic treatments — as well as who should be
performing them and under what conditions.
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08/11/2008 09:00 PM
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Protein Critical for Hair Follicle Development and Growth
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A protein involved in cell adhesion and signaling is critical for the proper development of the dermal
papilla, an important part of the hair follicle required for hair growth, researchers report in the Aug. 1 issue of
Genes & Development.
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08/04/2008 09:00 PM
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Botox vs brand X: In the war on wrinkles, who will reign supreme?
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The stage is set for a rival to compete with Botox Cosmetic in the botulinum-toxin aesthetic-drug
market. The FDA recently announced that it is reviewing Reloxin, a botulinum-toxin anti-wrinkle injectable for
domestic approval.
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08/02/2008 09:00 PM
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Timeless beauty: Options abound for boosting spa business, even during an economic downturn
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With the economy teetering towards recession, medspas find that while some customers dwindle, others
are opting for Botox or laser treatments instead of that high-cost facelift.
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08/02/2008 09:00 PM
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Abdominoplasty roadmap: Grid system improves results, prevents 'dog ears'
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One surgeon has optimized his use of a grid system to help eliminate dog ears and maximize
predictability of abdominoplasty results.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Implant candidate? Exploring Web-based self-evaluation tools for breast augmentation
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Web-based decision support tools for prospective breast augmentation patients can offer helpful
information, even enhancing the doctor-patient consultation. However, surgeons should warn their patients that some
of these sites focus more on making money than on credibility.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Creative 'change': In a stormy economy, novel patient financing options for cosmetic procedures can be a
silver lining
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ln tough economic times, patients are especially likely to seek alternatives to traditional payment
methods for cosmetic surgery. And finance companies are responding with creative programs that allow patients to
get their Botox or tummy tucks without having to take out traditional loans or maxing out their credit
cards.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Profile in proportion: Innovative combination of procedures provides facial balance for Asian
patients
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Asian patients wishing to improve their appearance while retaining their ethnic identity benefit from
small facial implants placed in the mid-face and chin areas. Referred to as "profileplasty," one
surgeon innovator shares his techniques that address common complaints in this patient population.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Calf definition: Calf implants offer enhanced æsthetics for select patient
groups
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Although the calves may not be the highest-profile place for implants, cosmetic surgeons say that the
implants can be highly beneficial for some patients.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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The mouth modified: Saline-filled permanent lip implants present customizable options
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The latest permanent lip implant to hit the market, VeraFil, is notable for offering a saline-fillable
design that allows physicians to better customize the shape of the lip. Although research so far has shown the
implants to be safe and well-accepted by patients, at least one surgeon says that when it comes to permanent lip
implants, he chooses to steer clear of anything synthetic.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Breast implant psychology: Studies question linkage of implants to overall self-esteem
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According to recent research, breast implant patients are not getting the overall boosts in
self-esteem and quality of life that we once thought.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Lash out: Proposed cosmetic drug for stimulating eyelashes may unleash market boom
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Allergan Inc.'s proposed new drug for stimulating eyelash growth may also stimulate something else: a
boom in the cosmetic-drug market.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Ear scaffolds: Emerging implant technology and approach for prominent ear surgery
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Ear scaffolding is a novel and new technology that can be used in treating prominent and/or
asymmetrical ears. The technique is simple and quick, offering obvious advantages over the current gold standard
procedure.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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Nasal redux: HDPP sheet implants in secondary nasal reconstruction
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In select cases, high density porous polyethylene (HDPP) implants can be used in secondary rhinoplasty
procedures and have advantages over autogenous materials.
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07/31/2008 09:00 PM
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