Monthly Archives: March 2011

23

Mar

More Men Are Going Under the Knife for Plastic Surgery

Published: March 23, 2011

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has released new statistics that reveal plastic surgery for men is on the rise. Cosmetic plastic surgery procedures in men were up 2 percent in 2010 compared to 2009, and some surgical procedures had significant increases, including facelifts (up 14 percent) and liposuction (up 7 percent). This trend … Continue reading More Men Are Going Under the Knife for Plastic Surgery

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15

Mar

Plastic Surgeons Have Increasing Importance in the E.R.

Published: March 15, 2011

Plastic surgery is gaining importance in the emergency room according to authors of a new study from Turkey. The findings aren’t surprising considering many plastic surgeons are trained in reconstruction techniques. The researchers pointed out that “progresses in microsurgery and their adaptation to trauma surgery have contributed considerably to the increasing significance of plastic and … Continue reading Plastic Surgeons Have Increasing Importance in the E.R.

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11

Mar

TODAY Show Features Breast Augmentation & Reduction Patients

Published: March 11, 2011

Two women achieved their preferred breast size through breast surgery: one with breast augmentation and the other with breast reduction surgery. They recently shared their stories on the TODAY Show’s Life Changers series. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Erica said before her breast augmentation she described herself as … Continue reading TODAY Show Features Breast Augmentation & Reduction Patients

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1

Mar

Stem Cells Could Re-grow Breast Tissue for Reconstruction

Published: March 1, 2011

Experts are hoping that stem cells will be the next breakthrough in breast reconstruction. CBS News Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton recently covered the topic on the CBS Early Show, explaining that stem cells and the body’s own fat could be used to essentially re-grow breast tissue. “A patient’s own fat and stem cells are … Continue reading Stem Cells Could Re-grow Breast Tissue for Reconstruction

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