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How you feel about aging matters

Posted October 23, 2011 in Uncategorized

Aging does not have to be an unpleasant experience.  A recent industry online article pointed out the reasons our attitude towards aging have so much to do with how we feel and our level of self-esteem. Vivian Diller, a psychologist, former model and dancer as well as the co-author of the book “Face It: What Women Really Feel […]

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Pain medication in plastic surgery is used for only a short time

Posted October 20, 2011 in News & Research, Recovery, Recovery Tips

The abuse of prescription pain medications has become fairly common as far as media coverage is concerned. According to ABC news, Vicodin and other narcotic pain medications from the schedule 3 class are under review to be moved to a more tightly controlled schedule 2 class. Some medical professionals feel  that the tighter controls may prevent those […]

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Cultural Diversity on Display

Posted October 19, 2011 in News & Research

America has labeled itself the melting pot and Los Angeles is known as a city of cultural diversity. Perhaps, that is why an exhibit called ”Beauty CULTure” on display here is such a treat. According to CNN correspondent Alana Dawson, our beauty icons have become more diverse, a topic she wrote about after visiting the “Beauty CULTure” […]

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Breast Implants, Over or Under the Muscle?

Posted October 18, 2011 in Uncategorized

Women choosing breast augmentation often find conflicting opinions as to whether the implant should be placed in front of the muscle, and under the breast tissue, or beneath the muscle, between the ribs and the muscle. The trend lately has been in favor of placing most implants beneath the muscle. However, there are exceptions when […]

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Don’t Let the White Coat Fool You

Posted October 17, 2011 in Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Preparing for Surgery, Smartlipo®

The economy has finally shed some attention on plastic surgery and unqualified doctors performing surgical procedures. According to the Los Angeles Times the woman who is being highlighted in the new American Society of Plastic Surgeons campaign against unqualified doctors performing plastic surgery, is from California. Unfortunately, she suffered a horrible blow when she awoke to find that she […]

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Bullying and plastic surgery

Posted October 16, 2011 in Breast Procedures, Face Procedures, News & Research, Rhinoplasty

Bullying is not a new for children. Although, there has been a lot of media attention on the subject lately. A recent ABC news story told of a young 13-year-old girl whose parents allowed her to have a rhinoplasty procedure following taunts and teasing on Facebook. The parents likened the decision to buying braces or a new wardrobe […]

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Healthy at work tips;preparing for your cosmetic surgery

Posted October 13, 2011 in Microdermabrasion, Uncategorized

For the majority of Americans who go to work, staying healthy is a challenge.  A recent online health magazine pointed to three healthy tips for workers.  The first was surprisingly, to brush your teeth after drinking  your morning cup of coffee. According to the article the sugar in your coffee, especially when coupled with the dry mouth often associated […]

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Diet could help prevent heart disease

Posted October 12, 2011 in Uncategorized

As women age certain health risk are increased.  One disease women should be concerned about is heart disease.  Many call it the silent killer. According to The Los Angeles Times eating green leafy vegetables can help to fight  the disease even when it is genetic. ”Our research suggests there may be an important interplay between genes and diet […]

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The dollars and cents of eating healthy

Posted October 11, 2011 in News & Research

The cost of obesity is tallied in the media quite often.  But ,few people think about the additional cost to buy healthier foods. According to an online women’s magazine, health food can sometimes cost more than four times as much as junk food. Take, for example, some varieties of organic produce, which can cost up to $5.99 a […]

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