Plastic surgery blog: Botox lawsuits in the news

February 09, 2012 @ 09:14 AM — by Martin O'Toole

Allergan has had its share of lawsuits over the years specifically related to Botox and complications patients allege they suffered as a result of the injections. Closing arguments were presented this week for one of the most recent Botox lawsuits.

Plastic Surgery Blog: Valentine’s Day; take care of your heart

February 08, 2012 @ 10:54 AM — by Martin O'Toole

Valentine's Day is an excellent time for people to recognize heart disease and the havoc it wreaks on the US population. 

Plastic surgery blog: Gwenyth Paltrow admits to “little lasers”

February 02, 2012 @ 11:32 AM — by Martin O'Toole

It is quite amusing here in Southern California when celebrities feel the need to justify methods used to maintain their good looks and youthful appearance. 

Here we go again…Promises to reduce wrinkles made again!

January 30, 2012 @ 12:20 PM — by Martin O'Toole

Cosmetic companies have made every effort to attract the baby boomer population with promises to reduce and/or eliminate wrinkles. This promise is enough to cause patients to at least investigate the products. 

Plastic surgery blog: Meryl Streep poster child for speculation

January 10, 2012 @ 09:26 AM — by Martin O'Toole

In the critical world of Hollywood and leading lady movie roles Meryl Streep dominates the category by carrying the title working actress. According to a recent Orange County register blog post she was not so sure that she would be working after 40 years of age. 

Plastic surgery blog:Best results for facelift are under 50

December 21, 2011 @ 02:45 PM — by Martin O'Toole

Hollywood celebrities have known what a recent study has just proven. Facial rejuvenation is most appealing when performed early in the aging process.

Plastic surgery blog:Holiday tips to keep fat off of the hips

December 14, 2011 @ 08:11 AM — by Martin O'Toole

The holidays are an expected time for family gatherings and unfortunately weight gain.

Dreaming does the body good!

November 25, 2011 @ 07:12 AM — by Martin O'Toole

While a good night sleep and  pleasant dreams make us feel good, there is new evidence that it also makes us healthier.

What? Gloria Steinem speaks on "nip,tucks"

November 18, 2011 @ 10:50 AM — by Martin O'Toole

Gloria SteinemIt is quite curious when Gloria Steinem, also known as the "mother of feminism" decides to speak against cosmetic plastic surgery. This of course draws media attention and media attention helps to create influence.

Low vitamin D may increase heart attack risk for women

November 16, 2011 @ 03:31 PM — by Martin O'Toole

New findings to be presented at the American Heart Association annual meeting in Orlando, Fla. show an increase risk for women who have low levels of vitamin D.

Migraine headaches a quality of life issue

November 14, 2011 @ 06:19 AM — by Martin O'Toole

People who suffer from migraine headaches not only find them painful but in some cases debilitating. For some it is impossible to continue everyday activities until the migraine has subsided.