Actress, humanitarian and mother of six’s preventative mastectomy and reconstruction expands dialogue and raises awareness about women’s health Angelina Jolie’s preventative double mastectomy and subsequent breast reconstruction resulted in a firestorm of publicity. Not only did it create dialogue about what to do when testing positive for the defective BRCA1 gene as […]
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Study reports a high percentage of success and patient satisfaction with endoscopic brow lift Here’s news that should raise some eyebrows: Most patients undergoing an endoscopic brow lift are pleased with the results and would recommend the procedure, according to a recently published study in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery. The telephone […]
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New and established options for implants and flap procedures Today more than ever, women have a choice as to what they can do regarding breast reconstruction. The two main procedures – implants and tissue flap procedures – offer a variety of options. Patients in need of breast reconstruction may be overwhelmed […]
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50% of Plastic Surgeons Surveyed Use Sites Like Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest Social sites like Facebook and Twitter have become useful tools for the modern plastic surgery practice, according to a study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. To find out more about the ways in which plastic surgeons use social […]
Read More about More Plastic Surgeons Using Social Media to Connect with Patients“I hope that other women can benefit from my experience” writes Angelina Jolie in a New York Times op-ed column published today. The actress and director revealed that she recently chose to have a double mastectomy after doctors told her she had the breast cancer gene BRCA1, meaning Jolie has an (estimated) […]
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Juvederm could be FDA Approved for cheek augmentation later this year. A US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel has recommended that the agency approve Juvéderm Voluma XC (Allergen) for cheek augmentation. The product would be the first injectable dermal filler permitted in the US for the mid-face. If approval takes […]
Read More about Thumbs Up for Cheek FillerAwareness of certain symptoms, procedures and protocols can help ease recovery After mastectomy, you may feel overwhelmed by the physical and emotional ramifications of diagnosis, surgery and reconstruction. But with hospital stays averaging three days or less, it’s important to know what to expect. What follows are some brief checklists that […]
Read More about After Mastectomy: What to KnowSide effects are minimal for soft-tissue fillers, according to recent study. Three injectable soft-tissue fillers designed to reduce facial wrinkles and lines and provide a more youthful, fresher appearance have been deemed to be safe, according to a recent study in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery. Over a five-year period, researchers reviewed data on […]
Read More about Liquid Facelifts: A Pretty Safe BetStudy shows texting aids recovery process after surgery. While text messaging started out as a fad among teenagers, today its widespread use has extended to breast reconstruction after mastectomy. A recent study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery found that text messaging between the patient and surgeon led to faster recovery times. Women who exchanged […]
Read More about Text Your Doctor, Get Better SoonerStudy shows lasting weight loss after abdominoplasty. Although lap band and other bariatric surgeries can help achieve and maintain permanent weight loss, they are designed for the morbidly obese with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater. The tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), a procedure that’s more readily available to a […]
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