So you want a fuller face—or the look of high cheekbones you weren’t born with. Maybe it’s also a matter of getting your lips just right, or filling out the tear troughs to keep your look youthful. Whatever the case may be, injecting fillers or fat into these areas is likely on your mind. Today,…
Category: Men
Gynecomastia Not A Joke For Those Who Experience It
The concept of male breasts has changed; what was once an embarrassing, rarely spoken of condition is now approaching the level of pop culture phenomenon. Finlo Rohrer of BBC news speculates that media – especially the tabloid scrutinization of celebrities – has popularized the concept of ‘man boobs.’ Tony Blair and UK conservative party leader, David Cameron,…
1 Million Syringes Served: Radiesse Dermal Filler
Bioform Medical broke the news last week about a landmark achievement; 1 million syringes of Radiesse dermal filler have been shipped since 2002. Radiesse is the company’s main product and most commonly used to treat facial wrinkles, folds and facial lipoatrophy. Based in San Mateo, California, BioForm has been incorporated since 1999. Radiesse has been…
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…
A Man’s Guide to Looking Great for Swimsuit Season
It’s a common misconception that only women care about looking good in a swimsuit. Not true! Men want to look their best come summertime too, and with fewer men’s swimwear options to camouflage “problem areas,” one could argue that shaping up for swimsuit season is an even bigger challenge for men. If the thought of…