Plastic Surgery Practice: All News Storieshttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/en-usWed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00 ESTWed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00 ESTStudy: Support Group Attendance Improves Weight Loss After Surgeryhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-07-01_01.aspDrs. Kathryn A. Kaiser, Susan Franks and Adam Smith demonstrated that LAP-BAND(R) patients who attended four or more support sessions lost significantly more weight than their counterparts.Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-07-01_01.aspRoche no Longer Selling Acne Drug Accutanehttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-29_01.aspAccording to the Swiss drugmaker, Accutane been losing market share to generic alternatives.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-29_01.aspCosmetic Procedures for Children on the Declinehttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-25_01.aspThe number of children who underwent cosmetic procedures fell from 205,119 in 2007 to 160,283 in 2008, and experts say the economy is the reason.Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-25_01.aspPrecancerous Skin Therapy Smooths Wrinkleshttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-22_01.aspA recent study published in the Archives of Dermatology shows that topical creams that remove precancerous skin lesions also exhibit significant antiaging benefits. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-22_01.aspUK Survey Suggests Complications with Permanent Fillershttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-18_01.aspThe top reason cited for complications with fillers: Unqualified practitioners are administering fillers incorrectly.Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-18_01.aspNearly One-third of Otoplasties Performed on Children: Studyhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-12_01.aspThe recent AACS study also found that otoplasty has the youngest mean age of both invasive and less invasive cosmetic procedures, at 29.Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-12_01.aspStroke Victim "Cured" by Botox Treatmentshttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-08_01.aspThe Australian was able within a month to stand and start walking and has increased his distance to about 65 feet.Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-08_01.aspFDA Approves Palomar's Anti-wrinkle Device; Shares Soarhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-08_02.aspThe over-the-counter (OTC) laser device is intended for home-use treatment of wrinkles around the eyes.Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-08_02.aspInjectable Procedures Are Mainstream, Acceptedhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-04_01.aspIn a recent study, nearly nine out of 10 respondents (87%) openly discuss their Botox and hyaluronic acid dermal filler treatments with others.Thu, 4 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-04_01.aspSurvey: Injectable Procedures Are Mainstream, Accepted http://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-01_01.aspStatistics released by The Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation show that the majority of respondents arent afraid to talk about their usage of BOTOX Cosmetic and Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers.Mon, 1 Jun 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-06-01_01.aspFDA Holds Off Approval of Botox for Spasticity http://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-28_01.aspUS Food and Drug Administration has required Allergan to submit additional information before approving its Botox anti-wrinkle drug as a treatment for upper limb spasticity in stroke victims.Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-28_01.aspSRC BOLD Research Database Surpasses 120,000 Markhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-27_01.aspThe Surgical Review Corporation hopes that its bariatric surgery patient database, described as the worlds largest, will support the development of best practices guidelines. Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-27_01.asp"Thread-lifts" get thumbs down in long-term studyhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-21_01.aspA popular type of face lift produces only short-lived improvement in appearance, and should no longer be used given its risks, poor results and discomfort for patients, conclude the authors of a long-term study of patients who underwent the procedure.Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-21_01.aspNexTech Acquires ResultSet http://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-20_01.aspNexTech customers will now have access to ResultSets RSI Medical Software Practice Management and Advanced Photo Management Software products.Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-20_01.aspSkin Tightening Technology Gets FDA Nodhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-19_01.aspEllman International has announced US Food and Drug Administration clearance for Pelleve, a non-ablative treatment solution for mild to moderate facial wrinkles and rhytids.Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-19_01.aspStudy: People Choose Hair Over Moneyhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-18_01.aspFuller locks take precedence over filled wallets, according to a recent survey conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-18_01.aspEU Cosmetic Firms Worry Over Impending Total Ban on Animal Testinghttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-15_01.aspAn article in Chemical & Engineering News reported that many in the industry are working hard to explore and adopt alternative testing methods in time for the 2013 deadline.Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-15_01.aspModiFace Debuts Online Plastic Surgery Visualization Toolhttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-14_01.aspReShapr.com enables prospective patients to view breast augmentation, liposuction and body/facial reshaping simulations on user-uploaded photos.Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-14_01.aspFDA Instructs Botulinum Toxin Vendors to Strengthen Warningshttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-13_01.aspDevelopment of a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) is essential to warn the public on risks of the toxin spreading beyond the injection site, according to the US Food and Drug Administration.Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-13_01.aspCosmetic Surgery Expert Cautions Use of Excess Anesthesiahttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-12_01.aspBarry L. Friedberg, MD, recently launched nonprofit organization Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation in order to promote the use of brain monitors as an alternative to routine anesthesia over medication.Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00 ESThttp://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/news/2009-05-12_01.asp