Posted March 19, 2010 in Cosmetic Injectables, Fillers and Injectables, Laser Skin Resurfacing, News & Research, Non-Surgical Procedures
Sun damage can happen to anyone, but those with fair skin, blue eyes, a history of sunburns or family members with skin cancer, are particularly susceptible to damage from the sun, including an increased risk of skin cancer.
Here are some things to watch for and treatments to help!
Read MorePosted March 09, 2010 in News & Research
For centuries, people have sought the Fountain of Youth. Ponce de Leon thought he had discovered the Fountain of Youth in 1513 in Florida and, although it's a great place to visit, Florida isn't the fountain of youth any more than is Pasadena! One of the world's biggest secrets is how and why we age. When our cells become old, what happens to them? An international team of researchers and scientists at two institutions (England’s Newcastle University and Germany’s University of Ulm) set forth to answer that question.
Read MorePosted March 08, 2010 in Cosmetic Injectables, Facelift, Facial Surgery, Fillers and Injectables, GLP-1, News & Research, Non-Surgical Procedures
According to Science Daily, researchers in Germany report a major improvement in a potential treatment for wrinkles that could ultimately be an alternative to Botox, dermal fillers and facial cosmetic surgery.
Read MorePosted March 02, 2010 in News & Research
Like other biological matters, the answer to the secret of aging is complex. While understanding cellular aging might not result in the creation of a Youth Potion, it could help scientists and researchers to better fight age-related disorders such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Along the way, perhaps a new wrinkle treatment will also be created!
Read MorePosted March 02, 2010 in GLP-1, Uncategorized
Because most of us admire a soft blush to the cheeks, rosacea, a chronic inflammatory condition of the skin, can exist unnoticed until it creates more skin damage. Dry, bumpy and rough skin with red blotches can escalate to an acne-like appearance, which can result in permanent scarring.
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Posted February 24, 2010 in Uncategorized
In reaction to statistics that estimate 36% of Italian teenaged girls are displeased with their appearance, the Italian parliament has proposed a ban on cosmetic breast implants for girls 18 and younger.
Read MorePosted February 23, 2010 in Laser Hair Removal, Uncategorized
What’s “Manscaping?” It’s the removal of hair on a man's chest, underarms, shoulders, back and/or genital area. Some men remove all their hair including “down there” while other men remove just the most furry of hairy spots such as the chest, shoulders and/or back. I promise you that David Beckham presents a realistic look of a man who chooses to exercise "border control" with his Boyzillian wax. The complete or near-complete removal of hair in intimate areas isn't just for the girls anymore.
Read MorePosted February 21, 2010 in News & Research, Non-Surgical Procedures
Since Latisse® (with its active ingredient Bimatoprost) was approved by the FDA in December of 2008, the buzz about its ability to expand and lengthen eyelashes has been amazing.
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Posted February 21, 2010 in GLP-1, Uncategorized
You’ve undoubtedly heard of laser skin resurfacing. Although it sounds new, in fact, the original and “the gold standard” is the CO2 laser for skin resurfacing, which was invented in 1964 by Dr. Kumar Patel. Dr. Patel isn’t a physician.
Read MorePosted December 06, 2009 in News & Research
Recently, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (PSTF) published new recommendations for screening mammography in women. Their recommendations are to eliminate screening mammography in women age 40-49 years old unless they fall into a high risk category. The frequency of screening in women age 50-74 was decreased from annually to every two years. Previous recommendations were that routine screening for women at average risk for cancer occurs annually beginning at age 40. In addition the Task Force recommended against self breast exam.
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