Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:15:47 +0000

Purigenix is the only Type 1 collagen available in topical cosmetic form and can help to prevent and repair signs of aging and sun damage. The collagen treatment is applied directly to th surface of the skin and sinks deep into the dermal tissue to help rebuild connective tissues and improve skin elasticity. Purigenix is the [...]

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:15:23 +0000

Many men and women that have droopy eyelids complain that people perceive them as always looking tired or angry, and the effects can also add years to the appearance. However, eyelid lift surgery is no longer the only option for making the eyes look younger and more youthful. Dr. Bruce Katz, director of New York’s Juva [...]

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 16:15:26 +0000

For the thousands of women who want to drop a few dress sizes by losing body fat around their hips, thighs and stomach, a tummy tuck or liposuction is the best option for permanent fat removal. Now, one doctor claims that he can help women lose up to two dress sizes in just one hour using [...]

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:45:33 +0000

For the thousands of women considering breast augmentation with silicone or saline implants, going under the knife can be an intimidating process and presents a significant number of risks and complications. Surgeons in the United States are now experimenting with a new fat transfer technique that allows the physician to remove unwanted body fat from [...]

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:15:37 +0000

The recovery process after plastic surgery can last anywhere between 48 hours to several weeks and months depending on the type of procedure performed. Minimally-invasive procedures such as skin tightening treatments, BOTOX injections and laser liposuction promise very short recovery times, and patients are advised to eat a healthy diet, take supplements and get rest to [...]

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:48:39 +0000

Kim Yu-Na, the 19-year-old figure skater from South Korea who is the reigning figure skating world champion and a 2010 Winter Olympics gold medalist is rumored to have undergone plastic surgery to enhance her looks. A recent story in the Daily World Buzz points out that since Ms. Yu-Na is a personality and celebrity in [...]

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:15:07 +0000

Artefill is among the leading dermal fillers on the market to treat lines and wrinkles, and is currently available at many medical spas, cosmetic surgery centers and plastic surgery centers around the country. The injectable was recently part of two clinical studies to determine if it would be effective as a long-term treatment for facial lipoatrophy. [...]

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:15:27 +0000

Botox continues to be one of the most sought-after procedures for getting rid of fine lines and wrinkles and deep grooves in the forehead, but it also has several non-cosmetic uses. Over the years, many doctors have reached for this injectable for off-label purposes such as reducing excessive sweating, and even treating migraines. A preliminary [...]

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 16:00:11 +0000

Since stretch marks are very difficult to treat topically once they have formed, many individuals that want to get rid of stretch marks permanently must pursue cosmetic procedures that improve the appearance of the skin from inside out. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recently approved the fractional laser for the treatment of stretch marks, [...]

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:15:15 +0000

While millions of children and teens struggle with childhood obesity, there are several effective weight loss treatments available. Many adolescents suffering from obesity-related health problems can improve their state of health and lose weight at a steady rate by undergoing laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) surgery. The procedure has been available in the United States since [...]