20

Jan

Bill Introduced in TX Legislature Would Ensure Breast Reconstruction Patients are Properly Informed

Published: January 20, 2011

The Texas legislature has introduced a bill to be entitled an act that, if passed into law, will ensure that patients are informed about their options in breast reconstruction surgery. With the amendment of section 311.004, the health and safety code in the State of Texas would include requirements to notify patients undergoing certain breast … Continue reading Bill Introduced in TX Legislature Would Ensure Breast Reconstruction Patients are Properly Informed →

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17

Jan

Teens May Consider Plastic Surgery to Combat Teasing

Published: January 17, 2011

Good Morning America recently investigated a new phenomenon in which teens consider plastic surgery to avoid appearance-related teasing. Michelle Martin, one teen featured in the segment, had a breast augmentation at 19 after years of being teased for having a small chest. Martin said the recovery and scars from the surgery were a small price … Continue reading Teens May Consider Plastic Surgery to Combat Teasing →

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11

Jan

Winter Specials Make it a Good Season for Plastic Surgery

Published: January 11, 2011

If you’re considering plastic surgery this year, getting it in the winter season offers several benefits: there are often plastic surgery specials to take advantage of, and if you get your procedures done this winter you’ll be ready when summer comes. The Boston Herald reported on this trend, and one doctor said that some of … Continue reading Winter Specials Make it a Good Season for Plastic Surgery →

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8

Jan

Does Personality Affect Quality Of Life After Breast Reconstruction?

Published: January 8, 2011

A new study found that certain personality traits are linked to a higher quality of life in breast cancer patients who undergo breast reconstruction after mastectomy. The study, published in the January issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal,is one of the first to examine how personality factors may affect patient satisfaction and quality of … Continue reading Does Personality Affect Quality Of Life After Breast Reconstruction? →

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28

Dec

Plastic Surgery Predictions for 2011

Published: December 28, 2010

Looking ahead to the New Year, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) spoke with plastic surgeons around the country to come up with a list of “predictions” for plastic surgery in 2011. Three areas where they see growth is facelifts, injectables, and body contouring. As the economy improves, the society believes the demand … Continue reading Plastic Surgery Predictions for 2011 →

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19

Dec

Study Evaluates Alloderm for Prevention of Breast Reconstruction Complications

Published: December 19, 2010

A recent study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery examines the use of accellular cadaveric dermis (ACD) as an alternative to the total sub-muscular approach in breast reconstruction. During the breast reconstruction study, an Alloderm ACD – a bioengineered tissue substitute – created a “retaining envelope” for the breast implant, which was hypothesized to reduce … Continue reading Study Evaluates Alloderm for Prevention of Breast Reconstruction Complications →

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17

Dec

Despite Initial Scalp Numbness, Most Patient would Undergo Brow Lift Again

Published: December 17, 2010

As the forehead naturally descends with aging, it can age the face by causing frown lines, creases across the forehead and a low or sagging brow. Brow lift surgery helps minimize these characteristic. The traditional open brow lift and the endoscopic brow lift are the common techniques used to perform the surgery. The open brow … Continue reading Despite Initial Scalp Numbness, Most Patient would Undergo Brow Lift Again →

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1

Dec

CNN Highlights Need for Breast Cancer Patients to Know Reconstruction Options

Published: December 1, 2010

A recent CNN story tells the story of breast cancer patient Elizabeth Anderson and how she found a breast reconstruction procedure that would work for her. The story highlights the need for plastic surgeons to be involved in the treatment of breast cancer patients and says that 7 in 10 breast cancer survivors may be … Continue reading CNN Highlights Need for Breast Cancer Patients to Know Reconstruction Options →

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20

Nov

Injectable Gel for Breast Enhancement Studied in Europe

Published: November 20, 2010

A recent study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal examined whether an injectable gel could be an alternative to surgical breast augmentation. The hyaluronic acid-based gel Macrolane was assessed for the safety and efficacy of the procedure and the gel for breast enhancement. Macrolane is make by Q-Med, which also makes Restylane, and the … Continue reading Injectable Gel for Breast Enhancement Studied in Europe →

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13

Nov

Breast Reconstruction Patients Prefer Silicone Implants

Published: November 13, 2010

Breast cancer patients who undergo mastectomy and then breast reconstruction prefer silicone implants over saline implants, according to a new study. The study, published in the online edition of the journal Cancer, surveyed 482 women who had breast reconstruction surgery with implants after undergoing double mastectomy. Of those women, 176 chose silicone implants and 306 … Continue reading Breast Reconstruction Patients Prefer Silicone Implants →

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