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| New theory of wrinkle formation focuses on effects of DNA damage |
The newest theory of wrinkle formation is that wrinkles are related to a defective clone of cells that
reproduce over a lifetime to produce a skin fold. DNA damage is at the center of the wrinkle.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Repeat treatments with Dysport associated with favorable safety |
Findings from an analysis of the long-term safety data from patients receiving repeat administrations
of abobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport, Medicis) for the treatment of glabellar lines are consistent with the adverse event
profile appearing in the package insert, says Ira D. Lawrence, M.D., chief medical officer and senior
vice-president of research and development, Medicis, Scottsdale, Ariz.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Botox, Dysport, Xeomin differences explained by experts |
Because the pharmacokinetics of three popular botulinum toxin products differ, there's no shortcut to
determining equivalent therapeutic doses, according to one expert.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Nonthermal fractional laser forms new collagen with few side effects |
A near-infrared pulsed laser is being developed as a novel skin-rejuvenation technology. Initial
studies show the nonthermal treatment is safe, well tolerated and can be used to create lesions isolated within the
dermis that lead to new collagen formation.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Realistic aesthetic goals allow for natural-looking cosmetic rejuvenation outcomes |
The perception of beauty can vary greatly between cultures. Nevertheless, one plastic surgeon believes
that the outcomes of cosmetic rejuvenation should be approximated to the age of the patient, so that the final
aesthetic results are natural-looking.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Adding cosmetic procedures can insulate derm practice against sluggish economy |
Although setting up a cosmetic practice requires commitment and creativity, such practices can help
insulate dermatologists against the impact of a sluggish economy, an expert says.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| For treatment of photoaging, valid arguments abound for peels, lasers |
Both chemical peels and lasers represent safe and effective methods for treating signs of photoaging.
Each technique has its pros and con, and whether the balance weighs in favor of chemical peeling or a laser
procedure can be argued either way.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Drug-induced hyperpigmentation may warrant change in therapy |
Clinicians can opt to switch patients to another therapy if they develop drug-induced pigmentation,
can consider opting to prescribe a therapy that won't produce dermatological toxicity from the outset, or they can
maintain patients on the therapy if the hyperpigmentation is tolerable.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Proper preconditioning key to effective chemical peel |
Chemical peels offer many advantages and continue to be an important modality for skin rejuvenation.
In addition to the indication for treatment, an individual's skin characteristics as well as features in the
patient's medical and social history will determine the appropriate peel procedure and pre-peel
preparation.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Radiofrequency innovations offer advances for painless skin tightening |
Third-generation radiofrequency (RF) technology such as that used in the EndyMed PRO device (EndyMed
Medical) not only targets deeper tissues for more effective skin tightening, but also it can do so painlessly. The
novel 3DEEP technology is an innovative advance in RF therapy used in aesthetic skin-rejuvenation
treatments.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| What comes after a trillion? Save some of your money from taxes, bailouts |
The federal government has committed more than $11 trillion to bailouts to ?help? the U.S. economy.
The good news is that only $3 trillion of it has been spent so far. Of course, somebody has to pay for this
— primarily, high-income taxpayers.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Anti-aging interventions grow in popularity despite sagging economy |
Anti-aging strategies have been growing in popularity for the past decade, and even though the world
economy continues to struggle and these interventions are inarguably elective, they show no signs of
decline.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Browlift technique improvements make procedure suitable for variety of patients |
Surgeons are achieiving more reliable outcomes with fewer complications when performing browlifts,
according to Angelo Cuzalina, M.D., D.D.S, a maxillofacial surgeon and cosmetic surgeon who is board-certified by
the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Vitamins, supplements play crucial role in anti-aging when used properly |
The science to prove claims that oral supplements help reduce the signs of skin aging is lacking. But
one dermatologist says she believes that supplementing with specific vitamins, oils and other nutrients plays an
important role in anti-aging treatments — especially when patients do not get enough of these
nutrients in their diets.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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| Informed consent ensures patients understand risks, benefits of permanent fillers |
Clinicians who are using permanent fillers in their practice should take a more exhaustive approach to
the informed consent process with their patients, according to a member of the Ontario council for the Canadian
Medical Protective Association.
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08/31/2010 09:00 PM
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