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| Novel polycaprolactone dermal filler gains popularity in Europe |
A revolutionary new filler product known as Ellans? (AQTIS Medical, Netherlands) boasts a tunable
longevity, total bioresorbability and a sustained performance, say two European doctors who use the product
regularly.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Endoscopically assisted approach to mastopexy avoids breast scarring |
Transaxillary mastopexy presents technical challenges, but it is a worthwhile technique for women
seeking breast enhancement due to decreased morbidity and no unslightly breast scars, says Robert M. Dryden,
M.D.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Cryolipolysis, focused ultrasound for body-contouring make waves in Europe |
Many protocols debut in Europe while companies collect necessary data for FDA approval in the United
States. Two noninvasive body-contouring technologies currently in this stage include the Zeltiq system
— which reduces fat in specific areas with cold — and UltraShape, which uses focused
ultrasound technology. Both are recommended in patients targeting specific areas such as love handles, and feature
little risk, immediate recovery and noticeable results.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Keep patients' pain to a minimum during cosmetic procedures |
Cosmetic surgeons can be very skilled in their trade and achieve excellent aesthetic outcomes, but
those who can minimize the discomfort and pain that a patient perceives during and after a cosmetic procedure are
likely to be the most professionally — and financially — successful.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Adipose stem cell developments overseas open new doors for cosmetic surgery |
Autologous fat transplantation is an exciting treatment for facial rejuvenation, breast
enhancement/reconstruction and general soft tissue augmentation, according to cosmetic surgeons who perform this
treatment, because it accomplishes these deeds without incisional scars or the complications that are associated
with injection of foreign materials.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Nonablative fractional photothermolysis improves postpartum striae rubra |
Nonablative fractional photothermolysis using a 1,550 nm erbium:glass laser (Fraxel re:store, Solta
Medical) is safe and effective treatment for striae rubra in Asian patients, according to Victoria G. Belo, M.D., a
private practitioner in the Philippines.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| New hyaluronic acid filler formulation rehydrates skin, boosts volume |
A new hyaluronic acid (HA) filler formulation appears to volumize the skin while significantly
increasing hydration. Juv?derm Hydrate (Allergan) improves on and surpasses the level of skin hydration achieved
from the typically used HA fillers, potentially setting a new standard for skin-rejuvenation therapy.
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07/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Cosmetic Dermatology Patients More Likely to Have BDD |
Body dysmorphic disorder is relatively common in dermatology patients, and it is more common in those
seeking cosmetic treatments than in other dermatology patients, according to research published in the August issue
of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
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07/28/2010 09:00 PM
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| Actinic Keratosis Photodynamic Treatment More Painful on Face |
Pain from treatment of actinic keratoses with photosensitizers varies significantly depending on the
location treated, and pain decreases significantly after eight hours, according to research published in the August
issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
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07/27/2010 09:00 PM
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| Twice-weekly TC cream won't prevent melasma relapse |
Los Angeles — The good news from a recently completed study is that using triple
combination (TC) cream daily for 12 weeks reduces melasma severity enough for treatment to be cut to twice
weekly.
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07/13/2010 09:00 PM
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| Sanofi-Aventis eyes U.S. pharma firms |
Paris — France’s largest pharmaceutical firm is eyeing the acquisition of
a major U.S. company, Bloomberg.com reports.
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07/13/2010 09:00 PM
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| Cosmetic procedures, revisions boom in China |
Shanghai — Thousands of young Chinese women — and an increasing number of
men — are choosing to have eyelid reconstruction, nasal-bridge augmentation or breast enlargements to
improve their chances of landing better jobs, finding a mate or both, MiamiHerald.com reports.
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07/13/2010 09:00 PM
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| British experts warn against 'designer dimples' |
London — Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but many here think it has
gone too far.
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07/13/2010 09:00 PM
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| Surgeon urges reform of Ireland's cosmetic surgery industry |
Dublin — A leading cosmetic surgeon here says Ireland’s cosmetic surgery
industry is in urgent need of regulation, the Independent reports.
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07/13/2010 09:00 PM
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| Oxygen May Help Fight Wrinkles Caused by UVB Radiation |
Mice placed in an oxygen chamber after prolonged exposure to ultraviolet B radiation have fewer
wrinkles and less skin thickening than mice that do not receive the oxygen treatment, according to research
published online May 26 in the American Journal of Physiology -- Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative
Physiology.
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