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In May 2012, pharmaceutical giant GlaxSmithKline (GSK) won approval for its new acne medication Fabior. Fabior is a foam version of topical tazarotene. Tazarotene has long been used as a topical treatment for psoriasis and acne. Allergan’s tazarotene gel, called Tazorac, was approved by the FDA in 2000, and their cream form, called Avage, was […]
US women’s soccer has been a force to be reckoned with since the team won the first ever Women’s World Cup in 1991, and unlike their male counterparts, women’s soccer players have to deal with the problems that come with star status. This year’s hopes for Olympic gold are pinned on a team ranked first […]
Chin implant procedures grew significantly in popularity last year. According to statistics by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, chin augmentation grew by about 71% last year. The size of the increase is partly due to the relative infrequency of the procedure (only about 20,000 procedures were performed last year compared to the 5.7 million BOTOX® […]
If you watch morning talk shows, apparently men are seeking out plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments more than ever. But you shouldn’t believe everything you hear on morning talk shows. Every few years, somebody decides it’s time to pull out the old chestnut that a certain category of plastic surgery or cosmetic treatment is suddenly […]
Restylane was the first-on-the-scene hyaluronic gel and as such has the longest history and use. Restylane has the unique distinction of being the first HA gel approved for lips. In our office we use Restylane and Perlane for Lip, Cheek and Chin Augmentation Undereye Hollowing Mouth Corners & Nasolabial Folds Temporary Scar Correction Nonsurgical Nose […]
Do cellulite creams work? Certainly the advertisements for many cellulite creams would have you believe that they present a solution for this condition that plagues between 80 and 90% of women. But do they survive scrutiny outside the world of late-night infomercials? Scientists have actually evaluated many different formulae for cellulite creams, with very mixed […]
Summer skin and body becomes a main focus this time of year. We get tons of calls about forgotten spots and dots, rough skin, saggy faces and body parts and fat pockets that refuse to budge. Top of the list is “how do I get smoother more even-colored skin?” Resurfacing fractional lasers have completely transformed […]
The Dermapen™ is a newer treatment option for removing scars and fine lines from various areas of your body. This handheld device uses multiple needles to pierce the skin in rapid succession to promote collagen stimulation, fibroblast creation, and the growth of elastin fibers. Once “pooh-poohed” by the medical community, cosmetic physicians discovered that it […]
According to the NHS (National Health Service), injuries caused by laser skin treatmentssurpassed £2 million in Britain every year. When used incorrectly, laser skin treatments can cause significant problems including burns, scarring, and even a loss of eyesight. Britain’s Department of Health withdrew regulations on nonsurgical laser procedures in 2008, but many in the medical industry […]
Many people enjoy a dark tan year round. In the summer, this can be accomplished through outdoor sunbathing, but when temperatures are cooler, tanning booths become the only option. Unfortunately exposure to UV rays, either from the sun or a tanning bed, can have an incredibly adverse effect on the texture and appearance of your […]