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ALLURE MAGAZINE NAMES RELASTIN(TM) EYE SILK(TM) 'BEST
ANTI-WRINKLE EYE CREAM' OF 2007
Revance Therapeutics Inc. announced that
its RELASTIN Eye Silk product has received Allure magazine's "Best in Beauty"
award for the best anti-wrinkle eye cream.
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LOOKING AT BARBED SUTURES AFTER TWO YEARS ON THE MARKET
Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) announced today that a panel will convene to
discuss the use of barbed sutures for facial rejuvenation...
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JUST ONE STITCH IN TIME...MAKES FACELIFT
PATIENTS FINE!
For those men and
women who aren't quite ready for a full facelift but still desire a more
youthful look, there are many options being touted as the latest and greatest.
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IS BIGGER BETTER? BREAST SURGERY LINKED TO BOOST IN
SELF-ESTEEM AND SEXUALITY
Women who undergo breast enlargement often see a sizable boost in self-esteem
and positive feelings about their sexuality, a University of Florida nurse
researcher reports.
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RESEARCHERS FIND CARBON DIOXIDE LASER IN SKILLED
HANDS CAN BE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE FOR NECK RESURFACING
When it
comes to treating the aging face, patients have their pick of numerous laser
therapies for successful skin rejuvenation. But finding an effective treatment
for the delicate skin of the neck can often be a real pain in the neck.
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CUTERA INTRODUCES NOVEL LASER WAVELENGTH FOR COSMETIC
DERMATOLOGY
The YSGG technology removes a portion of the epidermis with a
controlled amount of thermal effect. |
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NEW APPROACH FOR TREATING AGING SKIN COMBINES MINIMALLY
INVASIVE PROCEDURES
When people think of facelifts, images of aging Hollywood stars with their
faces pulled as tight as their red carpet gowns might come to mind. |
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RELIANT TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ANNOUNCES MAJOR ADVANCEMENTS TO
THE FRAXEL SR1500 LASER AT AMERICAN ACADEMY
OF DERMATOLOGY ANNUAL MEETING
Reliant, the inventor and market leader of
fractional resurfacing, has made yet another leap forward with three
significant product announcements to its Fraxel system.
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THERMAGE PIONEERS NON-INVASIVE PROCEDURE TO TIGHTEN SKIN FOR
YOUNGER LOOKING HANDS
Hands by Thermage and the introduction of the new 1.5cm2 ST ThermaTip
are additional testaments of our commitment to customers to provide them
with the tools they need to offer their patients more solutions for
non-invasive skin tightening and contouring,... |
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Artes Medical, Inc., a medical technology company focused on developing, manufacturing and
commercializing a new category of aesthetic injectable products for men and
women, today announced 5-year safety and efficacy data for ArteFill(R), the
Company's non-resorbable FDA-approved injectable dermal filler. |
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THERMAGE(R), INC. DRIVES ADVANCES IN NON-INVASIVE AESTHETIC
MARKET THROUGH INTRODUCTION OF THERMACOOL(R) NXT
Thermage(R), Inc. today introduced the ThermaCool(R) NXT, its next generation
system for non-invasive skin tightening and contouring. |
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BRITONS PREFER EUROPE FOR COSMETIC
SURGERY
A survey
has revealed that more than 70% of readers would choose Europe for surgery
over more exotic destinations. |
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CANDELA INTRODUCES NEW PRODUCTS AT AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY 2007 CONFERENCE
The GentleMax,
AlexTriVantage, SmoothPeel
and LightStation represent the
latest additions to Candela's diverse product
portfolio. |
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COOLTOUCH INC. ISSUED TWO LASER REJUVENATION PATENTS
These are patent No. 7,094,252 titled " Enhanced
Non-Invasive Collagen Remodeling" and patent No. 7,122,029 titled " Thermal
Quenching of Tissue. |
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CYNOSURE'S ADVANCED SMARTLIPO(TM) LASER INTRODUCES
LASERBODYSCULPTING(SM)
Smartlipo(TM) from
Cynosure, Inc., is the first and only laser lipolysis system
to offer a revolutionary and minimally invasive procedure for the removal
of unwanted fat. |
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PLASTIC SURGERY PIONEER, ROGER AMAR MD, USES ADULT STEM
CELLS
FROM LIPOASPIRATES TO RESTORE YOUTH
F.A.M.I is a systematized full-face injection for pan-facial restoration. Instead of tightening and shortening by incision of unsupported skin,
F.A.M.I injects the face with the patients' own living fatty connective tissue
(adult stem cells), correcting asymmetry and restoring the fullness of youth. |
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ALLURE REVEALS ONE OF THE BEST-KEPT SECRETS IN THE COSMETICS
INDUSTRY:
coffeeberry extract prevents skin damage better
than other ingredients |
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GUIDELINES FOR PATIENTS SEEKING COSMETIC PROCEDURES ABROAD
Patients seeking cosmetic surgical
enhancements need to make informed choices before pursuing any procedure. |
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ANIKA THERAPEUTICS RECEIVES FDA APPROVABLE LETTER OR ITS
COSMETIC TISSUE AUGMENTATION PRODUCT
CTA is an injectable soft tissue filler for facial wrinkles, scar
remediation and lip augmentation. |
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HIGH-RESOLUTION CT SCAN MODELING FOR CREATING FACIAL
IMPLANTS AIDS IN FACIAL RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY
Such implants appear to offer excellent aesthetic results and are
well tolerated over the long term,... |
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HIGHLY CONCENTRATED BOTULINUM PREPARATION FOR COSMETIC
INJECTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE ILLNESS
An examination of 4 cases of botulism following cosmetic
injections to the face indicates that the adults received a highly concentrated,
unlicensed preparation that resulted in toxin levels up to 40 times the
estimated human lethal dose,... |
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PLASTIC SURGERY SOCIETIES APPLAUD FDA DECISION: APPROVE
SILICONE BREAST IMPLANTS
This
decision comes 14 years after the FDA restricted access to the silicone implants
because of safety concerns. |
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COSMETIC BOOT CAMP ANNOUNCES DATES FOR ITS SUMMER MEETING
The Cosmetic Boot Camp, the
nation's leading esthetic training symposium for specialty trained physicians, will hold it summer '07 meeting in Aspen, CO on June
8-11th. |
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LESS BUTTOCKS MEANS FULLER LIPS
A new cosmetic procedure, developed in the Czech Republic, to
give perfect lips uses part of the patient's own buttocks to create a perfect,
fuller smile. |
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TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME
As populations in the 21st century continue to
age, New Zealand's Internet consumers agree with the rest of the world that
they're happy to turn back the hands of time,... |
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ILLICIT COSMETIC SILICONE INJECTIONS CARRY LETHAL
CONSEQUENCES
Liquid silicone, which is often used
for breast augmentation and other cosmetic procedures, can cause
respiratory failure if not injected properly by a licensed physician. |
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FAT STEM CELLS BEING STUDIED AS OPTION FOR BREAST
RECONSTRUCTION
Breast cancer survivors might one day avoid the prospect of invasive breast
reconstruction surgery, opting instead for an approach that would involve using
stem cells derived from their own fat,... |
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TAMPA WOMEN SAY
COST, TOO-DRAMATIC CHANGE AND HEALING TIME ARE KEY FACELIFT CONCERNS
What's clear is that there is an unmet need among patients for a
"midpoint" procedure between fillers/injectables and a full facelift. Tampa
plastic surgeons now have a new technology that is not a traditional face
life but offers longer-lasting results than injectables: ContourLift(TM). |
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PORTRAIT(R) PSR3 BY RHYTEC NAMED IN TIME MAGAZINE'S 2006
SKIN TECHNOLOGY STORY
Portrait(R) PSR3 delivers nitrogen plasma (a highly energized gas)
energy, which works both at and below the surface of the skin to modify the
skin's architecture and generate new collagen. |
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THE "HOTTEST" TRENDS IN COSMETIC SKIN PROCEDURES
The annual
meeting of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS)
offers a diverse line-up of educational forums and workshops presented by
renowned experts in the areas of hair restoration, fillers, lasers and skin
surgery procedures. |
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HOW CAN YOU FEEL GOOD WHEN YOU ARE COLD? PLASTIC SURGEONS
FOCUS ON PATIENT COMFORT
Unless
preventive measures are instituted, inadvertent hypothermia of some degree
occurs in 50% to 90% of surgical patients, including but not limited to
aesthetic surgery patients, leading to a higher risk of complications, adverse
outcomes, and patient discomfort. |
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ULTRASHAPE(TM) CONTROLLED CLINICAL STUDY RESULTS FEATURED IN
ASDS PRESENTATION BY KARYN GROSSMAN, M.D.
...is the first non-invasive ultrasound
solution for body contouring that has been clinically demonstrated to deliver
measurable circumferential reduction in a single treatment. |
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WOMEN'S SKIN TONE INFLUENCES PERCEPTION OF BEAUTY, HEALTH
AND AGE
Not just wrinkles, facial skin color distribution, or tone, can add
10-12 years to a woman's perceived age. |
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NEW STUDY SHOWS SCULPTRA(R) (INJECTABLE POLY-L-LACTIC ACID),
A UNIQUE CLASS OF INJECTABLE FOR COSMETIC USE, PROVIDES 13 MONTH RESULTS
Dermik Laboratories, announced that
results from a pivotal trial show that Sculptra(R) demonstrated significantly greater improvement and
longer-lasting effects compared to CosmoPlast(TM)(1) Collagen Implant,
human-based collagen, in the treatment of nasolabial fold wrinkles.
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ARTES MEDICAL ANNOUNCES FDA APPROVAL FOR ARTEFILL AS THE
FIRST NON-RESORBABLE INJECTABLE WRINKLE FILLER TO CORRECT SMILE LINES
The product is indicated for the
correction of facial wrinkles known as nasolabial folds, or smile lines. |
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THERMAGE(R) INTRODUCES NEW TUMMY AREA PROCEDURE AT THE AMERICAN SOCIETY
FOR DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY
Thermage(R) announced
that it is rolling out Tummy by Thermage(TM), the latest Body by
Thermage(TM), non-invasive procedure designed to treat patients who want a
firmer and smoother tummy without surgery. |
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ISOLAGEN AND FDA REACH AGREEMENT ON PHASE III PROTOCOL
DESIGN
The Company has reached an
agreement with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the design of its Phase
III pivotal study protocol for the use of Isolagen(TM) Therapy for the treatment
of wrinkles. |
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NAIL CARE MYTHS AND FACTS
When it comes to caring for
your nails, many of the tips that you’ve taken for granted over the years may in
fact be myths that can damage your nails. |
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DERMATOLOGISTS GIVE MORE THAN LIP SERVICE TO COMMON
AND UNCOMMON LIP AND MOUTH PROBLEMS
Our lips say a lot about us
even before we say a word. |
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ENCOURAGING A LIFETIME OF HEALTHY SKIN RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING
Whether washing the delicate skin
of an infant or providing effective treatment for toddlers with eczema, there
are numerous ways parents and dermatologists can work together to keep
children’s skin clean, healthy and nourished. |
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THE GENIE IN A BOTTLE: MAKING SENSE OF COSMECEUTICALS
In a market that gives consumers more and more choices, how can you decide
whether the ingredients in that bottle are right for you? |
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HORMONES AND THE SKIN: THE ROLE HORMONES PLAY AS WE AGE
Whether low or high, your hormones affect
your skin, hair and nails as you age. |
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SCITON SHOWCASES NEW PRODUCTS AND ITS NEW PROFRACTIONAL TECHNOLOGY IN SAN FRANCISCO
Sciton also announced the immediate availability of the SkinTyte ST
Accessory for skin tightening. |
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STEADY GROWTH, DEMAND FOR INNOVATION LURE COMPETITORS TO
SPECIALTY ACTIVES MARKET
As consumer demand continues to grow for
personal care products that help stave off the ravages of time, product
innovations are supporting double-digit growth for the active ingredients that
fulfill claims of anti-aging effects, particularly in facial treatments. |
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COSMETIC SURGERY AND THE USE OF ANTIDEPRESSANT MEDICATION
It
has been proven that plastic surgery can improve self-esteem, but can it also
act as a natural mood enhancer? |
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U.S.
COSMETIC SURGERY PRODUCT DEMAND TO REACH $2.4 BILLION IN 2010
Best opportunities are
expected in nonsurgical procedures (such as injections, dermal resurfacing and
microdermabrasion) due to consumer preferences for less invasive treatments. |
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FOREIGNERS FLOCK TO BRAZIL
FOR PLASTIC SURGERY, REPORTS BRAZILMAX.COM
Women from the United States, Europe and other rich countries with high
medical costs are flocking to have their tummy tucks and liposuctions done
for less in places like Brazil, South Africa, Thailand, Mexico, Costa Rica
and Argentina. |
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COSMETIC DERMATOLOGIST INTRODUCES NEW ACNE SCAR TREATMENTS!!
Multi-Lift Technique" exemplifies how important it is to treat each scar
not with just one method but with with different modalities. |
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ULTRASHAPE(TM) CONTOUR I FEATURED IN ASPS HOT TOPICS PANEL
The UltraShape(TM) Contour I, the first
non-invasive ultrasound solution for body contouring,... |
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INSURANCE COMPANIES DENY MEDICALLY NECESSARY BREAST
REDUCTIONS BASED ON RANDOM, UNPROVEN COVERAGE CRITERIA
What if you couldn't perform daily activities,
such as exercising or running with your children, because of overly large
breasts that caused unending pain? |
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CUTERA INTRODUCES LIMELIGHT
LimeLight(TM), is the first programmable wavelength
three-in-one device for skin rejuvenation, pigmented lesions and facial vascular
lesions (including telangiectasia). |
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NEW FACE OF PLAZAN SKIN CARE
Thirty four-year-old Russian part time model and business woman, Oksana
Strelnikova, will be the new face of Plazan skin care. |
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READ MY LIPS: NOT ALL FILLERS ARE SAFE FOR LIP AUGMENTATION,
REJUVENATION
While injectable
fillers can combat aging around the lips and mouth, not all are created equal –
some can even lead to long-lasting complications, ... |
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AQUEDUCT MEDICAL TO LAUNCH THE AQUECOOL(TM) RAPID RECOVERY
SYSTEM(TM) FOR ENHANCED HEALING AFTER COSMETIC SURGERY AT PLASTIC SURGERY
ANNUAL MEETING
This
continuous, controlled cooling helps to reduce swelling, bruising and pain |
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NEW INSIGHT INTO SKIN-TANNING PROCESS SUGGESTS NOVEL
WAY OF PREVENTING SKIN CANCER
Findings from a study led by researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and
Children's Hospital Boston have rewritten science's understanding of the process
of skin tanning ... |
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SOLARSAFE UV MONITOR WRISTBAND LAUNCHES IN THE UNITED STATES
A revolutionary product used throughout
Europe and Australia is finally available in America: the SolarSafe UV Monitor
wristband, a new patented way to monitor your exposure to sun and to help
avoid sun damage.
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AMERICA'S STRIVECTIN-SD(R) VOTED BEST ANTI-WRINKLE CREAM IN FRANCE
In a market known to
be one of the most developed and discerning in the world -- the French spend
more per head on cosmetic products than any other country...
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THE ULTIMATE MOMMY MAKEOVER: WOMEN PURSUING PLASTIC SURGERY AFTER
PREGNANCY
For today's women, sagging
bodies no longer are an inevitable aftereffect of childbearing. More mothers are
turning to plastic surgery to regain their figures when diet and exercise alone
won't do the trick -- and talking openly about their procedures.
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PALOMAR MOVES FORWARD TO NEXT PHASE WITH GILLETTE FOR HOME
USE LIGHT-BASED HAIR REMOVAL DEVICE OFFICE
Professional light-based hair removal treatments
are among the most popular cosmetic treatments offered today with millions
of treatments performed each year. |
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ALLERGAN, INC. ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF JUVEDERM(TM) ULTRA AND
JUVEDERM(TM) ULTRA PLUS
Allergan,
Inc., the maker of BOTOX(R) Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin Type A),
today announced it is launching its 'next-generation' hyaluronic acid dermal
filler products, JUVEDERM(TM) ULTRA and JUVEDERM(TM) ULTRA PLUS, |
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'STAR BUTTS' IS UNVEILED AT LOCAL NYC PLASTIC SURGEONS
New York City Cosmetic Surgeon is holding a news
conference to unveil and demonstrate "Star Butts" in which patients can make
their rear similar to some of today's most desirable starlets. |
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INDUSTRY LEADERS, ANALYSTS FORECAST COSMETIC PLASTIC SURGERY
MARKET
Plastic surgery industry leaders and
analysts will offer the latest data regarding trends, innovations and forecasts
for the high-profile cosmetic plastic surgery market on Monday, Oct. 9, in San
Francisco at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Industry Forum. |
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PORTRAIT(R) PLASMA SKIN REGENERATION
Portrait(R) Plasma PSR3 Receives FDA Clearance for "Treatment of Non-facial
Wrinkles". |
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SURGERY CAN HELP REPAIR THE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL IMPACTS OF
BREAST ASYMMETRY
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery (ASAPS) announced today that teens with asymmetrical or unevenly shaped
breasts should be aware that their breasts can be corrected using common
surgical procedures. |
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NEARLY 20% OF THE POPULATION ASPIRES TO HAVE COSMETIC SURGERY
IN THE FUTURE, DO YOU?
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS)
is announcing the results of its 2006 Consumer Perception Survey. |
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Q-MED: Q-MED'S FIRST PRODUCT IN THE FIELD OF BODY
AUGMENTATIONS, MACROLANE, APPROVED IN EUROPE
MACROLANE is an esthetic treatment for the correction of
body concave deformities, for example asymmetries after
liposuction. |
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SUNSCREENS CAN DAMAGE SKIN, RESEARCHERS FIND
Filters in sunscreens that keep out ultraviolet radiation can generate
compounds that attack skin cells, say UCR chemists |
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PAINLESS PPX(TM) HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENT HELPS ELIMINATE
SHAVING, WAXING & PAINFUL LASER TREATMENTS (OUCH!)
For those of you who have
suffered through painful waxing sessions to remove back or underarm hair,
relief is in sight. |
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EARRINGS: MUST-HAVE FASHION ACCESSORY OR HEALTH HAZARD?
Earlobe tears are a common problem facing
dermasurgeons. |
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UNDER AGED, UNDER INFORMED
Whether it's a 16-year-old girl
requesting laser hair removal, or a 14-year-old boy receiving Botox injections
for excessive sweating, any cosmetic procedure is still a medical process and
should be treated as such,... |
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BODY CONTOURING WITH LIPOPLASTY
Lipoplasty is currently the
most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. |
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ENDOSCOPIC FACE LIFTING TECHNIQUES A HOT TOPIC AT EXCLUSIVE
FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY CONFERENCE
Endoscopic face lifting allows surgeons to lift portions of the face
and brow through small incisions made just inside the hairline above the
forehead, using an endoscope and instruments the size of a drinking straw,... |
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FACIAL REJUVENATION, INCLUDING FACELIFT, BROWLIFT, AND LASER
SURGERY
There's been huge progress made in facial rejuvenation techniques
since the days of the old stretched-out sort of facelift. |
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BOTOX OFFERS AN ADDITIONAL TOOL IN PREVENTING THE FORMATION
OF BAD SCARS
A Botox injection prevents muscle
movement from wrinkling the wound site, allowing for a flat surface for healing
and leaving a smoother final scar. |
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MINIMALLY INVASIVE PROCEDURE RESTORES SAGGING FACIAL SKIN WITHOUT HEAVY LIFTING
Now there is a
technique that can provide many of the same advantages of a facelift without the
downtime and risks. |
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COSMETIC PROCEDURES WOMEN WANT AND SHOULD HAVE
The face is not the only area of the body where cosmetic procedures should be
considered... |
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'THE AGING FACE' CONFERENCE TO HIGHLIGHT THE LATEST TREATMENTS AND TECHNOLOGIES IN FACIAL REJUVENATION, AUGUST
17-20
Many of the leading plastic, facial plastic, eye plastic surgeons,
dermatologists and laser specialists in the United States are scheduled to
present the most up-to-date findings in facial rejuvenation. |
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PLUMP UP THE VOLUME
With the advent of new filler substances and quick
procedures with minimal downtime, lip enhancements have gained in popularity. |
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ALDERM N.A. ANNOUNCES FDA CLEARANCE FOR THE MED SCULP
CELLULITE REDUCTION SYSTEM
Med Sculpt is a revolutionary system for non-invasive cellulite
treatment. |
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FZIOMED LAUNCHES NEW LARESSE(TM) DERMAL FILLER IN EUROPE
Laresse is
not made from HA so it has no bacterial or animal components, no
cross-linking chemicals, and no gel particles. It's a pure, ultra-smooth gel
that can be used to shape facial contours and reduce the appearance of lines
and wrinkles. |
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LUMENIS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF ACTIVEFX(TM) - A SINGLE
TREATMENT PROCEDURE FOR EFFECTIVE SKIN REJUVENATION
The ActiveFX procedure can be used to treat fine lines, wrinkles,
skin laxity, discoloration (e.g., freckles, "age spots," etc.), and other
effects of aging and sun damage. |
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ZARS PHARMA ANNOUNCES FDA APPROVAL
OF A TOPICAL LOCAL ANESTHETIC PEEL (LIDOCAINE AND TETRACAINE) 7%/7%
The approved product will be used to locally anesthetize
intact skin
before various superficial dermatological procedures such as dermal filler
procedures, pulsed dye laser therapy, facial laser resurfacing, and laser-
assisted tattoo removal. |
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MEDSURGE ADVANCES INTRODUCES THE CLEARCONCEPT(TM) ACNE
TREATMENT PROCESS; NEW THERAPY COMBINES MICRODERMABRASION, LIGHT AND LASER, AND
COSMECEUTICALS TO DELIVER CLEARER SKIN WITHOUT ANTIBIOTICS IN MOST CASES
A clearCONCEPT physician assesses each
patient and recommends a customized treatment plan to deliver optimal
results. |
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KATE BECKINSALE REVEALS HER RACY SIDE IN THE JULY ISSUE OF
ALLURE ON NEWSSTANDS NOW
To help women determine what's right for them, in the July issue of Allure,
experts weigh in on everything from a pill containing such trendy ingredients
as fish oil and ginkgo biloba to more aggressive strategies that attack the
problem with heat, light, or massage. |
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BAND-AID MINI-LIFT
This minimally invasive approach is designed to improve the jowl and
jawline for a younger and fresher look... |
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DERMASURGEONS WELCOME NEW FILLER PRODUCT
Juvederm, a hyaluronic acid dermal filler, is a gel that is injected into the
skin to soften lines around the mouth, fill wrinkles from the edge of the nose
to the corners of the mouth, repair scarring and enhance lips. |
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ALLERGAN ANNOUNCES FDA APPROVAL OF JUVEDERM(R) GEL FAMILY OF
PRODUCTS FOR THE TREATMENT OF FACIAL WRINKLES AND FOLDS
Juvederm(R)'s proprietary, technologically advanced
formulations result in a smooth, natural look and contain the highest
concentration of non-animal and cross-linked hyaluronic acid of any dermal
filler currently available. |
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HAVE SCIENTISTS ACCIDENTALLY DISCOVERED THE ANSWER TO HAIR
LOSS?
Their discovery was
made while applying a synthetically formulated compound, Copper Peptide, to
severe wound areas on several patients. |
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THE APPEARANCE OF YOUR HANDS CAN REVEAL YOUR AGE, STUDY
FINDS
Want to know a person's real age? Just look at their hands, reports a study
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BUY A PATIENT LOSE YOUR LICENSE
Medical
marketers are selling patients and the cost for California doctors could be a
$50,000 fine, or prison time. |
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NEW, MINIMALLY INVASIVE NECK LIFT PROCEDURE FIXES PROBLEM FACE LIFTS
The Reverse Neck Lift is a minimally invasive face lift surgery technique that
corrects what is known as "cobra neck deformity" and hanging neck skin (or a
turkey gobbler.) |
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MICRODENTAL IDENTIFIES TOP COSMETIC DENTISTRY TRENDS AT THIS
YEAR'S AACD SHOW; NEW PRODUCTS AND TRENDS EMERGE AT COSMETIC DENTISTRY'S STAR-STUDDED
CONFERENCE
Cosmetic dentistry is more popular than ever and continues to grow. The
demand for cosmetic dentistry has increased due in large
part to a shift in the industry toward direct-to-consumer
marketing. |
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BRAVA INTRODUCES THE BRAVA SPORT BREAST ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
The Brava Sport and the Brava Starter System
are clinically proven devices that grow a woman's breast tissue by applying
gentle tension to the body. |
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THE TRUTH ABOUT EYEBROW TRANSPLANTS
Eyebrows are one of the most
important defining characteristics of the face. Often you don't even realize the
full impact that eyebrows make until you see a person without them. |
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NEW ADVANCEMENTS IN RECOVERY TOOLS SHORTENS PLASTIC SURGERY
PATIENTS HEALING TIME
The Autologous Platelet Gel is being used in cosmetic surgery procedures
today to minimize bruising, swelling and reducing the likelihood of
complications after surgery. |
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SUNPILL(TM) MARKS A SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGH IN SUN
PROTECTION; NEW SUN PROTECTION PILL HELPS DEFEND THE SKIN FROM UV RAYS AT THE
CELLULAR LEVEL
SunPill(TM) is an herbal supplement that works from the inside out to
help counter the effects of sun damage to the skin and photo aging, most
commonly occurring as wrinkles. |
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THE NEW TREND IS COSMETIC NON-SURGERY AND THE AMERICAN
SOCIETY OF AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGEONS IS LEADING THE CHARGE
Age reversal in a syringe has become very popular. |
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LIPFUSION(TM) NAMED 2006 CEW
INSIDER'S CHOICE BEAUTY WINNER
LipFusion(TM),
a breakthrough phenomenon in lip enhancement, has been recognized with the industry's
highest honor, taking home a CEW [Cosmetic Executive Women] Beauty Insider's Choice
Award for best in category, Lip Treatment $12 and Over. |
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PORTRAIT SKIN REGENERATION
Portrait
stimulates
remodeling of the skin's architecture, replacing old damaged collagen with significant
amounts of new collagen... |
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PATIENTS POSITIVELY WEIGH IN ON LIPOSUCTION
Liposuction
is one of the most satisfying procedures for patients and most effective at eliminating
localized fat,... |
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COSMETIC DENTAL PROCEDURES SOMETIMES COVER UP THE PROBLEM
It
looks easy on television. Cosmetic surgery quickly fixes wrinkles and reshapes the
body. |
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FT LAUDERDALE COSMETIC SURGERY EXPO A HUGE SUCCESS; NEW
EVENTS ADDED FOR DALLAS AND ANAHEIM
The two-day event brought local physicians, surgeons, and service providers
together to educate the public on the many options available to them in the Cosmetic
enhancement world. |
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ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS HELP PATIENTS PUT THEIR BEST FOOT
FORWARD. TECHNIQUES TO BATTLE BUNIONS AND FIX FLATFEET
Conditions such as bunions
and flatfeet can be extremely cumbersome and painful if not treated correctly, and
may compromise mobility. |
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THERMAGE INTRODUCES INNOVATIVE ONLINE PRACTICE
MARKETING PROGRAM TO CUSTOMERS
Thermage is introducing
Thermage PatientBuilder.com, a first in category on-line marketing resource. |
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MERIDIAN CO., LTD.: LIPO-LASER STUDY SHOWS POSITIVE RESULTS
IN PHYSICIAN SPONSORED STUDY
The areas treated included the abdominal region in 8 clients,
upper arms in 1 client and the thighs of the remaining client. |
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AAFPRS BRINGS LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY
TO LAS VEGAS
The
Educational and Research Foundation for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) presents its 9th International Symposium of Facial
Plastic Surgery on May 1-4, 2006,... |
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CLINICAL STUDY PROVES RADIESSE(TM) FACIAL FILLER DELIVERS
LONGER LASTING CORRECTION OF NASOLABIAL FOLDS
The
results showed the aesthetic improvement of the nasolabial fold treated with Radiesse
was significantly greater than the nasolabial fold treated with Restylane... |
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LIPODISSOLVE TREATMENTS NEED REGULATION, MORE STUDY
The
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) announced the commencement
of a double-blind placebo study of mesotherapy |
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ADVANCES IN WOUND HEALING AND SURGICAL SCAR REDUCTION
There
are two new products, that hold promise in surgical scar prevention and wound closure.
Juvista and Insorb... |
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AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGEONS PREPARE FOR THE COMEBACK OF
SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANTS
The
course is designed to update plastic surgeons on the use of silicone gel implants,
which could become widely available this year if the FDA restrictions on their use
are lifted. |
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BODY CONTOURING WITHOUT SURGERY
Panelists
will discuss three potential non-invasive alternatives to surgical body contouring:
mesotherapy (Lipodissolve), Thermage (Thermacool or Thermalift) and LipoSonix. |
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SCITON INTRODUCES PRO-V(TM) FOR ENDOVENOUS LASER TREATMENT
OF THE GREAT SAPHENOUS VEIN
The Pro-V is a very safe and effective system for treating saphenous insufficiency
and compares favorably to other systems being used, and has the ability to treat
the vein at lower treatment levels. |
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CANDERM PHARMA INTRODUCES EVOLENCE(TM), A LONG LASTING,
NATURAL, COLLAGEN-BASED FILLER, TO THE CANADIAN MARKET
Proven in clinical trials to last at least 12 months,
it will revitalise appearance and bring back structure of a younger skin. |
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FREE-ELECTRON LASER TARGETS FAT
Fat
may have finally met its match: laser light. |
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NEW SURVEY SUGGESTS ADULTS WITH ACNE SCARRING FACE A
DISADVANTAGE AT WORK AND PLAY
Adults
with acne scarring encounter significant prejudice at both work and play according
to a new survey presented at the 26th annual scientific meeting of the American
Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) in Boston, MA. |
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ELIZABETH ARDEN, INC. SIGNS EXCLUSIVE FRAGRANCE AGREEMENT
WITH MARIAH CAREY; AGREEMENT MARKS THE WORLD-RENOWNED MUSIC
STAR'S ENTRANCE INTO THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY
Mariah will be
personally involved in all aspects of product development, packaging and
marketing. |
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MENTOR SUBMITS
PRE-MARKET APPROVAL APPLICATION
FOR CONTOUR PROFILE GEL BREAST IMPLANT PRODUCTS
Their
shape more closely imitates the natural breast, and would allow surgeons and their
cosmetic and reconstructive patients to have more choices for breast surgery. |
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THERMAGE(R) INTRODUCES NEW EYE AREA PROCEDURE
AT THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR LASER MEDICINE AND SURGERY MEETING IN BOSTON
This new procedure allows
physicians to reduce hooding, improve texture, tone and smoothness of the eye area,
and soften fine lines and crow's feet. |
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ADVANCED AESTHETICS INSTITUTE SELECTS SALT-A-PEEL(TM) MACRODERMABRASION
THERAPY BY INTEGREMED FOR SAFE, HEALTHY SKIN REJUVENATION
This therapy
uses water-soluble, non-toxic salt -- not an artificially created chemical substance
-- to safely, gently draw impurities from the skin. |
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NEW STUDIES SHOW TOPICAL GLUCOSAMINE TARGETS PIGMENT
OVERPRODUCTION
...series of studies presented at the 64th American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) meeting
indicates that a topical version of the supplement has effects on skin – with the
particular ability to normalize pigment overproduction in skin cells damaged by
UV radiation exposure.
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ANGIOTECH ANNOUNCES LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SURGICAL
SPECIALTIES CORPORATION AND COLLAGEN MATRIX TECHNOLOGIES INC. FOR
DERMALOGEN(TM) INJECTABLE DERMAL FILLER PRODUCTS
It addresses the facial contour defects that cannot be treated effectively either
with laser-resurfacing or face lift surgery. |
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RELIANT TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES FDA CLEARANCE OF THE FRAXEL(R) LASER FOR THE TREATMENT OF ACNE AND SURGICAL SCARS; PHYSICIANS REPORT
FRACTIONAL LASER RESURFACING ACHIEVES DRAMATIC IMPROVEMENT
Until now, facial
scarring has been difficult to treat with even the most aggressive topical and abrasive
therapies. |
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INJECTION OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER MAY IMPROVE FACIAL WASTING SYNDROME ASSOCIATED WITH HIV
Facial
injections of polylactic acid, a synthetic biodegradable polymer, may help improve
the debilitating facial lipoatrophy (loss of fat in the face)... |
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STUDIES SHOW CELLULEAN MICRONIZES FAT AND CELLULITE IN WOMEN
Clinical
trial-study results: 78% of legs treated with Cellulean cellulite treatment showed
significant reduction in size of up to 2 inches, with the equivalent fat loss of
up to 355 grams of fat per thigh. |
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MENTOR SIGNS
AGREEMENT WITH NIADYNE FOR DISTRIBUTION OF SCIENCE-BASED SKIN RESTORATION COSMECEUTICAL PRODUCTS
Niadyne's innovative NIA 24(TM) line of science-based cosmeceutical products
is used to improve and restore the healthy appearance of the skin. |
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HELIX BIOMEDIX AND GRANT INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCE SUCCESSFUL
HUMAN PANEL TEST FOR NEW ACNE SOLUTION
The acne solution, Granactive(TM), combines Helix BioMedix's proprietary
Oligopeptide- 10 with salicylic acid and Grant's Invisiskin(TM), an ingredient
used to enhance delivery of bioactive compounds. |
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LEADING DERMATOLOGIST CONDUCTING CLINICAL TRIAL WITH RADIESSE
Kenneth
Beer, MD announces initiation of a clinical trial to measure the effectiveness of
Radiesse for the treatment of facial descent. |
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KEY LASER INSTITUTE INJECTS NEW LIFE INTO TIRED EYES
The latest research in aesthetic medicine
has found that Restylane is an effective way to treat the under-eye area and add
volume and fullness to the cheeks and eyebrows. |
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COSMETIC PLASTIC SURGERY PATIENTS CHOSE NEEDLE OVER KNIFE
There has been continued growth in minimally-invasive
cosmetic plastic surgery procedures with 8.4 million performed in 2005. |
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DRAMATIC RISE IN ETHNIC PLASTIC SURGERY IN 2005
The number of ethnic patients who chose to enhance
their appearance or minimize the signs of aging through cosmetic plastic surgery
took a substantial jump in 2005 |
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'FRINGE' PLASTIC SURGERY PROCEDURES MORE HYPE THAN REALITY,
ASPS SAYS; FEWER THAN 800 VAGINAL
REJUVENATION PROCEDURES IN 2005
Vaginal rejuvenation,
pectoral implants, buttock implants and calf augmentation have been touted in
the media recently as the "hot" new procedures taking plastic surgery by storm. |
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10.2M COSMETIC PLASTIC SURGERY PROCEDURES IN 2005-UP 11 PCT., RECONSTRUCTIVE
PLASTIC SURGERY STEADY AT 5.4M PROCEDURES, SAYS ASPS
More than 10.2 million
cosmetic plastic surgery procedures were performed in the United States in 2005,
up 11 percent from 2004, |
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NEWLY DISCOVERED SMALL MOLECULES"SUPERACTIVATE"
BOTOX
In some cases, the study noted,
the activation power of the new molecules was as much as fourteen-fold, the greatest
increase in activation ever reported for a protease;
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GAUNITZ GRANTED EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS TO MARKET PROVEN HAIR REGROWTH LASER
It is engineered to put
extraordinarily powerful technology into the hands of those individuals
wanting to grow a fuller, healthier head of hair.
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COAPT SYSTEMS LAUNCHES SURGIWIRE INCISIONLESS DISSECTOR
This product will enable us to address the needs of patients who desire the removal
of deep skin defects, such as wrinkles between the brow, the creases that run between
the nose and mouth, and facial scars, with only a few needle punctures
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ALLERGAN, THE MAKERS OF BOTOX(R), RECEIVE UK
APPROVAL FOR VISTABEL FOR COSMETIC USE FOR THE TREATMENT OF GLABELLAR LINES
(Vertical 'Frown'
Lines Between the Brows)
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THE GLOBAL DRUG MARKET FOR DERMATOLOGICAL CONDITIONS
ASSOCIATED WITH AGEING AND LIFESTYLE WAS ESTIMATED AT US$1.8 BILLION IN 2005
The objectives of this report are to
provide a detailed analysis of the global image dermatology drug market.
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USING MAKEUP TO COVER A SEVERE FACIAL BLEMISH MAY NOT IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF A WOMAN'S LIFE
It
did not matter how severe or what kind of blemish she had, whether it was a case
of severe acne, a noticeable facial scar or pronounced dark spots covering the face. |
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REVOLUTIONARY SKIN CARE TECHNOLOGY REINVENTS
WRINKLE REDUCTION
Portrait skin regeneration is a dramatic leap forward in the science of
beauty. It is a plasma energy technology never before used in the cosmetic
field. |
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FACE-TO-FACE WITH ROSACEA
Many individuals who are struggling with redness, pimples and visible blood
vessels on their face may incorrectly diagnose their condition as acne, sunburn
or sensitive skin. |
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PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY IS LIGHTING THE WAY FOR MEDICAL AND
COSMETIC TREATMENTS
For the millions of people who suffer from acne, sun damage or even worse,
skin cancer, there is a light of hope – photodynamic therapy or PDT. |
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FADING FROM SIGHT: NEW ADVANCES TO MINIMIZE SURGICAL SCARS
Though a natural part of
the body’s healing process, scars can be unsightly reminders which make people
feel self-conscious, particularly if the scar is located on exposed skin. |
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RESULTS OF LARGE PHASE IV STUDY SHOW DIFFERIN(R) (ADAPALENE GEL) GEL, 0.1%
WORKS WELL IN COMBINATION WITH SYSTEMIC OR OTHER TOPICAL AGENTS
Differin(R) Gel 0.1% is a topical retinoid preparation that, when combined
with other acne products, dramatically improves the efficacy of an acne
regimen. |
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CSMG TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES SUCCESSFUL TISSUE WELDING FOR
COSMETIC SURGERIES IN UKRAINE
The surgery time is reduced by
half, and healing time is twice as fast using the tissue welding technology. |
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MOISTURIZERS DO MORE THAN JUST SOFTEN YOUR SKIN
Now more than ever, there are moisturizers
available to meet almost all of your skin’s needs. |
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THE RIGHT FILLER IS KEY TO SUCCESSFUL TREATMENT
Wrinkle fillers, commonly known as fillers, can give the skin back its
plumped up, youthful appearance,... |
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CUTERA DEBUTS TITAN V AND TITAN XL TO DERMATOLOGY COMMUNITY AND PROMOTES
PODIUM PRESENTATIONS AT AAD
With a larger
spot size, clinicians can perform procedures twice as fast and treat larger
body areas. |
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NEW HEAD-TO-HEAD STUDY SHOWS LONGER DURATION OF EFFECT AND
GREATER PATIENT SATISFACTION WITH BOTOX(R) COSMETIC COMPARED TO DYSPORT(R)
A new study comparing the efficacy
and tolerability of two different formulations of botulinum toxin type A has
shown that,... |
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INAMED'S PHASE 3 STUDY RESULTS FOR JUVEDERM(TM) TO BE PRESENTED AT THE 64TH
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
The Juvederm dermal filler Phase 3 data shows superior efficacy and duration of
effect versus Zyplast(R) (cross-linked bovine collagen) |
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THERMAGE(R) RECEIVES REGULATORY CLEARANCE IN CANADA FOR
OFF-FACE PROCEDURES
New Larger ThermaTip(TM) Increases Procedure Appeal for
Off-Face Indications |
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PLASTIC SURGEONS COUNTDOWN FIRST FULL FACIAL TRANSPLANTATION
Even after news of the first partial facial transplantation performed in
France spread around the world, plastic surgeons have continued to research how
to make the first full facial transplantation a reality. |
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NEW FIRST-OF-ITS KIND REPORT SHOWS BOTOX(R) COSMETIC MAY
PREVENT DEVELOPMENT OF FACIAL LINES
A new case report comparing the
appearance of facial lines in identical twins,... |
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POTENTIAL ASSOCIATION BETWEEN SKIN CANCER CREAM AND
IMPROVEMENTS OF PREMATURELY AGED SKIN
Results from a new study show
that Aldara (imiquimod) Cream, 5%, a topical skin cancer treatment, improved the
structure and appearance of prematurely aged skin, including fine lines,
wrinkles, dyspigmentations and texture. |
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FRAXEL(R) LASER TREATMENT TAKES CENTER
STAGE AT THE AMERICAN ACADEMY
OF DERMATOLOGY'S (AAD) ANNUAL MEETING IN SAN FRANCISCO
The Fraxel(R) Laser has come of age with widespread professional
acceptance for correcting various skin conditions - from wrinkles and scars(a) to melasma and uneven pigmentation on and off the face. |
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ANIKA THERAPEUTICS RECEIVES CE MARK FOR ITS REDEFYNE(TM) COSMETIC TISSUE
AUGMENTATION PRODUCT
REDEFYNE is an injectable soft tissue filler for facial wrinkles, scar
remediation and lip augmentation. |
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WOMEN'S SELF-IMAGE AND SEXUAL SATISFACTION INCREASE AFTER
COSMETIC SURGERY
Women who undergo common elective cosmetic surgery
procedures not only feel better about their bodies, but also have higher degrees
of satisfaction with their sex lives, including ability to orgasm. |
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COALITION APPLAUDS BILL TO REPEAL COSMETIC
SURGERY TAX
The Coalition to Stop Medical Taxes applauds the introduction of a bill
(A2282) to repeal New Jersey’s tax on cosmetic surgery procedures. |
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HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS, A SMOKING GUN IN PLASTIC SURGERY, SAYS ASPS
Many of these "harmless" supplements
could cause dangerous side effects during plastic surgery, reports a study in
February's Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery(r), the official medical journal
of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). |
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CYNOSURE INTRODUCES AFFIRM(TM) SKIN REJUVENATION DEVICE
A multi-energy system for skin
rejuvenation, including treatments for wrinkles, skin texture and discoloration. |
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OBAGI ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF THREE CLINICAL STUDIES ON A NOVEL BENZOYL PEROXIDE
FORMULATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF ACNE
Obagi Medical Products, Inc. (Obagi) announced today that they will present
three clinical posters on a novel Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO) formulation for the
treatment of P. Acnes |
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BIOMARKERS MAY HONE ANTI-AGING THERAPIES
Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigators have identified new
molecular indicators — or "biomarkers" — of aging in the skin that could be used
to evaluate anti-aging therapies. |
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ACNE HEALTHEUNIVERSE FOCUSES RESEARCH TO BE FIRST TO COMMERCIALIZE NON-EMBRYONIC
STEM CELL USE IN THE $15 BILLION PLASTIC, RECONSTRUCTIVE, AND COSMETIC SURGERY
MARKET
Cosmetic surgery can be performed with stem-cell generated natural tissues
instead of synthetic implants. |
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WISCONSIN SCIENTISTS FIND A WAY TO MAKE HUMAN COLLAGEN IN THE LAB
Commonly, it is employed in
plastic surgery to augment the lips and cheeks of starlets and others
seeking perpetual youth. |
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DESPITE RISKS, ADULTS NOT SHYING AWAY FROM COSMETIC SURGERY
AND OTHER TREATMENTS
In an era of rising out-of-pocket
costs for healthcare, a small but slightly increasing minority of U.S. adults
are opting for expensive invasive cosmetic treatments that are not always
covered by medical insurance, according to the results of a new Wall Street
Journal Online/Harris Interactive Health-Care Poll. |
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METVIX PDT IN ACNE: NEW STUDY PUBLISHED IN BRITISH JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGY
The study is a blinded, randomized, and controlled trial comparing Metvix PDT
to an untreated control group for the treatment of moderate to severe facial acne
in 36 patients with acne. The results showed a 68% reduction in inflammatory lesions
in the Metvix group, and no change in the control group. |
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COVALON RECEIVES FDA APPROVAL FOR COVACLEAR AG
It is the only hydrated collagen-based silver ion-releasing dressing in
the marketplace. A moist wound healing environment is known to improve the
healing process and reduce scarring. |
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CUTERA EXPANDS ITS TITAN OFFERING TO INCLUDE FASTER
TREATMENTS AND ENHANCED VISIBILITY
Cutera, Inc.(R), a leading provider of laser and other light-based aesthetic
systems for practitioners worldwide, today announced two new offerings,... |
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MEDISPA POSITION PAPER URGES WATCHFULNESS TO PHYSICIANS AND CONSUMERS
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery has released a
white paper to its members and public concerning medical spas, a growing trend
in cosmetic surgery. |
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ADVANCES IN SCAR CARE: TREATING HYPERTROPHIC SCARS AND KELOIDS
Hypertrophic scars are elevated scars that do not
extend beyond the boundary of the traumatic or surgical wound. Keloid scars are
those scars that extend beyond the original injury and invade normal skin areas. |
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SECOND PATENT ISSUED TO SKINVISIBLE FOR ITS NOVEL POLYMER DELIVERY VEHICLE
When topically applied, these
formulated products adhere to the skin's outer layers, forming a protective
bond, resisting wash-off, and delivering targeted levels of therapeutic or
cosmetic skincare agents to the skin. |
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LIPO-LASER STUDY
Meridian Co.,
Ltd. announced today that it has entered into an
agreement with Dr. R.A. Chubaty
for the study of the effects of the Lipo-Laser on subdermal adipose (fat)
tissue. |
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