Patients who had Botox treatments and also used the Obagi Nu-Derm skin care system were more satisfied with their results and had a greater improvement in overall facial appearance compared to patients who had Botox treatments with placebo in clinical trials. Obagi Nu-Derm works at the cellular level by exfoliating and stimulating cell turnover, so skin “behaves” and looks…
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Simplify Your Skin Care Routine
A simple skin care routine may be best for your skin. All you may need is a good soap or cleanser. There is a huge array of face-washing products available — from makeup removers and scrubbing pads to exfoliating gels and toners. However, dermatologists recommend that if you have reasonably normal skin, all you need is a…
Hormones Influence Acne in Women
Acne doesn’t affect only teens. A growing number of adult women suffer from the skin condition and hormones play a role. According to a presentation by dermatologist Dr. Bethanee Jean Schlosser at the American Academy of Dermatology’s recent annual meeting, adult-onset acne is becoming more common among women in their 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s. A 2011…
Facelift with a Local Anesthetic?
For many people, the idea of having a facelift carried out under local anesthetic – while they are wide awake – might seem daunting. However, for some patients, having a facelift with local anesthetic is their preferred choice. An article in the UK Daily Mail profiled Frances Carter, a 52-year-old former nurse, who decided to have her facelift with local anesthesia….
How Long Does a Facelift Last?
What does it mean when we ask, “how long will your facelift last”? In one sense, your facelift is permanent, since your facial tissues will always be tighter than if you hadn’t had a facelift. However, since facial sagging continues as you age, the results of your facelift will necessarily fade over time. In reality,…
Mothers and Daughters Choosing to Have Cosmetic Surgery Together
It has become increasingly common for mother/daughter pairs to undergo cosmetic surgery together. It is likely that this trend has sprung from an increased comfort with discussing cosmetic procedures with family and friends, a stark change from previous generations. One influential mother-daughter team that may have had some effect on this trend is Melissa and…
Enhancing Volume By Adding Implants to Your Breast Lift
Each woman’s breasts change uniquely over time, and as a result may develop a number of changes in size, shape and position. To address these changes, there are a number of different breast surgeries that may be use, and these surgeries may also be combined to provide the most customized care. In general terms, breast surgeries may…
Cosmetic Breast Surgery Patients on TODAY Show
In their recent Life Changers series Kathy Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb have been highlighting different ways that Cosmetic Surgery can impact every day life. This episode introduces two women with different perspectives. Erica Moseley, the first guest, was an A-cup and had always dreamed of larger breasts. She says, “I would be in my…
Celebrity-inspired Cosmetic Surgery
Popular celebrities can influence their fans to seek out cosmetic surgery to look like them, according to some cosmetic surgeons. Here are some of the current popular requests for cosmetic surgery to look like a celebrity: Facial Procedures Some cosmetic surgeons report that Lady Gaga’s face is popular for those who are looking for a more…
Survey Shows Real Picture of “Typical” Cosmetic Surgery Patient
The average patient at a private cosmetic surgery practice is a married, college educated, working mother – according to a new study published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. Doctors from the Advanced Skin Research Center in Omaha surveyed hundreds of patients who visited a private dermatological practice for cosmetic treatments like Botox, injectable fillers, chemical…
