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Issue Stories

Cosmetic Surgery's "G-Man"
David Matlock, MD, MBA, FACOG, on his patented vaginal-rejuventaion procedures

THE BODY
Microdermabrasion Suffusion: the New Kid on the Block
Using ultrasound phonophoresis to infuse a topical solution immediately following a microdermabrasion treatment

THE BODY
Liposuction of the Neck
Even older patients can achieve significant improvement of their neck with the newest technologies

MD of Our Times
John A. Grossman, MD, FACS, on medical tourism, physician ethics, and his "Beverly Hills reputation"

THE FACE
Vectors of Facial Aging and Their Reversal
Understanding these vectors is critical to successful body rejuvenation

News Stories

Long-term Hair Reduction Works Best Using Single Laser
A recent study that compared the long-term effectiveness and safety of long-pulsed Nd:YAG and alexandrite lasers, individually and in combination, in long-term leg hair reduction showed that combination therapy did not have any additional benefit and caused more adverse effects.
11/5/2008

Plastic Surgeon Develops Abdominoplasty Technique
Steve Laverson, MD, of Feel Beautiful Plastic Surgery, in Encinitas and Carlsbad, Calif, has developed a new abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) technique that creates a more sculpted, fit appearance than traditional tummy tuck procedures. The surgery incorporates methods to create a trim, feminine torso.
10/28/2008

Intragastric Balloon Surgery Gets Push in India
Last week saw some marketing schmooze coming out of the medical tourism sector in India, in which the intragastric balloon is being pushed as an alternative to gastric bypass surgery in the treatment of obesity.
10/7/2008

New Bra-Line Back Lift Outlined in ASPS Study
A study published in the October issue of the ASPS journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows a new back lift procedure that removes unsightly bumps and bulges while hiding the scar under the bra line.
9/22/2008

AAFPRS Presents Study Findings on PlasmaBlade Needle
According to a new study presented today at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) Annual Fall Meeting, in Chicago, cuts made on freshly excised human abdominal tissue using Peak Surgical's PlasmaBlade Needle, showed reduced thermal tissue injury compared to traditional electrosurgery and significantly less bleeding than that produced by a standard scalpel.
9/18/2008

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