An analysis of national search trends and surgeon workforce data highlights rising patient interest in aesthetic procedures across Southern, Midwestern, and rural regions where access to board-certified plastic surgeons remains limited.
Johnny Franco, MD, FACS, discusses how implant removals, biologic innovation, and patient demand for long-term tissue health are accelerating a regenerative shift in body aesthetics.
Researchers found participation among underrepresented racial and ethnic groups increased far beyond national population growth.
Findings provide insight into the biological mechanisms of picosecond lasers for pigmentation disorders and skin aging, potentially enabling safer parameter selection and clinical application.
Plastic surgeons are calling for a ban on dermal fillers being injected into breasts, warning the procedure carries "unacceptable" risks.
