(Las Vegas, NV) – November 28, 2011 – Dr. Samir Pancholi, medical director at Cosmetic Surgery of Las Vegas, recently was selected as an Examiner for the World Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s (WAOCS) annual board exam taking place December 2-4, 2011 in Zillertal, Austria. WACOS is a professional medical society whose global members are dedicated…
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At Cosmetic Surgery of Las Vegas, Respect is Paramount
I have always urged my staff not to make negative judgments about those who walk through our door. It’s part of medicine, my practice, our society, and our culture to be fair. Every once in a while though, we all need a little reminding that people deserve our respect first; they have the opportunity to…
Botox Alternative ‘Reloxin’ Could Get FDA Approval This Year
The latest issue of Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery includes the results of a new study of the wrinkle relaxer, Reloxin. Doctors evaluated the long-term safety of Reloxin for repeated use in moderate to severe forehead wrinkles over the course of thirteen months. Medicis Pharmaceutical expects to receive FDA approval for Reloxin later this year. This could…
Study Uncovers Added Benefit of Rhinoplasty
Nose surgery doesn’t just improve the shape of your nose, it also makes you look younger, says a new study. The study found that the anti-aging benefits of rhinoplasty were statistically significant, and, on average, patients looked 1.5 years younger after the procedure, according to Ali Sepehr, MD, and researchers at the University of Toronto. During the study, 50 people…
“Botox Breast Lift” a Waste of Money, Warns AACS Surgeon
Local 12 news in Ohio aired this story today to answer the question “What is a Botox Breast lift?” https://youtu.be/JtgdReDKfaw Dr. Mandell-Brown, a fellow member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons, explains that although the breast lift is common, and Botox is practical and effective, the so-called Botox Breast Lift is not a cost effective cosmetic treatment…
John Meyer’s Voice Restored Through Botox Cosmetic Injections
One of the most commonly discussed singers in pop culture, John Meyer recently made headlines again by receiving Botox injections. Unlike most Botox recipients, however, Meyer’s treatments were not for facial wrinkles, but for a serious throat condition. Meyer recently developed a granuloma on his vocal chords, which interfered with his ability to sing and speak. This…
Treating Gynecomastia Improves Quality of Life for Men
Men who undergo male breast reduction surgery to treat gynecomastia are highly satisfied with the procedure, according to an Italian study. The study also found that treating gynecomastia improves patients’ quality of life. What is Gynecomastia? Men with gynecomastia have excess breast tissue, which doctors believe may be caused by hormonal problems. Men with the condition can get a more…
Breast Implant Manufacturer Mentor Acquired by Johnson & Johnson
Breast-implant maker and cosmetic surgery supplier Mentor Corp. (MNT) was acquired by Johnson and Johnson (JNJ) for $1.1billion on the 1st of December, 2008. With the troubled market, Mentor tried to boost sales of silicone breast implants, which have typically generated twice the revenue as saline implants since the FDA lifted the ban on them…
Cleveland Medical Team Completes Incredible Face-Transplant Surgery
A diverse group of surgeons, doctors and other medical professionals at Cleveland Clinic have completed a never-before-seen “80 percent facial transplant” on a female patient that suffered serious trauma. Although no personal information has been released about the patient, The Wall Street Journal reports that the operation was the “most complex face transplant in the…
New Study: Lifestyle Factors Crucial in Facial Aging
A person’s lifestyle and environment could play a more significant role than their genes, at least when it comes to the visible onset and progression of facial aging. In a recent study published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, doctors analyzed identical twins with contrasting lifestyle factors by visibly checking for signs of facial…
