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Several Instruments Used To Study Results Of Facial Plastic Surgery (Medical News Today)

Wed, 21 May 2008 20:00:00 GMT

A review of previous studies published in the May/June issue of Archivesof Facial Plastic Surgery reports that over the last 10years, it has become more common to use objective andvalidated measures for assessing the outcomes of facial plasticsurgery.The literature review, conducted by John S. Rhee, M.D., M.P.H. andBrian T.McMullin, M.D.

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A loving partner is essential for early detection of melanoma (Plasmetic.com)

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:34:58 GMT

According to a research conducted by June K. Robinson, M.D., professor of clinical dermatology, , coyness between spouses can sometimes lead to melanoma going undetected till too late. According to Robinson, couples who share a close, supportive relationship were comfortable performing regular, thorough skin checks on each other. This, in turn, increases their chances of finding a new melanoma earlier...

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Say yes to kombucha (Plasmetic.com)

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:34:58 GMT

The latest drink to woo the health conscious is Gaia's Organic Kombucha. Vouched by the emperors and warriors including the samurai's of ancient China, who called it the 'elixir of life', the modern version of this drink has many takers among the higher segments of society and celebrities. Celebrities including Madonna, Susan Sarandon and Barbara Streisand have all liked the drink.

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Technique For Nasal Obstruction Helps Patients Breathe Easier, Study Finds (Science Daily)

Wed, 21 May 2008 21:08:21 GMT

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Study finds technique for nasal obstruction helps patients breathe easier (Physorg)

Mon, 19 May 2008 21:04:08 GMT

Z-plasty, a minimally invasive surgical technique to treat internal nasal valve collapse, showed significant improvement in relieving nasal obstruction with less recovery time compared to more traditional open rhinoplasty, according to a research study by Rush University Medical Center. The study findings are published in the May 21 issue of the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery.

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BadNoseJobs.com - medical malpractice (AppzDrive.com)

Mon, 19 May 2008 07:05:39 GMT

I am considering offers on BadNoseJobs.com. Please PM all offers for consideration…. keywords: nose jobs, rhinoplasty, medical malpractice, cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery

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Belinda Carlisle Go-Gos To Plastic Surgery (Make me Heal)

Fri, 16 May 2008 19:00:02 GMT

Fans of the first all-female rock band the Go-Gos may hardly recognize lead singer Belinda Carlisle these days, as she looks so pinched and pulled. Despite her denials, Make Me Heal believes that the 49-year old has undergone multiple plastic surgery procedures. After posing for Playboy at the age of 43, Belinda Carlisle said, “I’m lucky. [...]

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New anti-aging aftershave introduced (Plasmetic.com)

Tue, 13 May 2008 15:21:43 GMT

The anti-aging industry is not for only women. Men too constitute a sizable percentage of consumers. The latest to enter the male anti-aging market is an aftershave called DermaLastyl-m containing bio-engineered human elastin. Developed by New York-based Dermaplus, this product is the first of its kind to be introduced in the market.

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Cooling technique affects fractional resurfacing efficacy, says study (Plasmetic.com)

Tue, 13 May 2008 15:21:42 GMT

According to a recent study conducted by Dieter Manstein, M.D., an instructor in dermatology at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, skin cooling performed during fractional photothermolysis has an effect on the size of epidermal zones of microthermal damage. Manstein says that this can affect the outcome of the treatment procedure. This study involves the Fraxel SR 750 from Reliant...

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Pole dance on the Wii (Plasmetic.com)

Mon, 12 May 2008 17:44:18 GMT

According to recent reports, Peekaboo, the company that makes pole dancing equipment, is all set to develop a videogame for Nintendo's motion-sensitive Wii console. This game will meet the demand for the fun and fitness benefits of pole dancing. This move will complement the recent craze for pole dancing that has seen pole dancing classes springing up in gyms and health clubs across Europe and the...

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Weight-loss pills might not be all that effective (Plasmetic.com)

Mon, 12 May 2008 17:44:18 GMT

Weight loss tablets are the easy way out for most obese people. And, with obesity increasing at an alarming rate, more and more drug companies are striving to come out with their own diet pill. There are several new prescription diet pills in late stage trials and, according to reports, at least 30 companies are developing weight-loss drugs. But most people make the mistake of treating these pills...

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Childhood diet may determine an adult's weight (Plasmetic.com)

Mon, 12 May 2008 17:44:17 GMT

According to new research, humans determine their total number of fat cells in childhood itself. According to researchers, new cells come to being and old ones die, but their numbers remain more or less constant after adolescence. This study was conducted by researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Humboldt University Berlin, Foundation...

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Happiness Is Close! (Good Health Insurance)

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:07:04 GMT

Why people usually require services of plastic surgeons? There are plenty of reasons, some of then are reasonable and other are silly ones. When plastic surgery is really necessary? It is necessary when it can change person's life and improve it. How can plastic surgery procedures improve somebody's life? It really can do it and [...]

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How Plastic Surgery Made Patrick Dempsey A Heartthrob (Make me Heal)

Wed, 07 May 2008 16:47:09 GMT

Former teen geek and current television heartthrob on the hit series Grey's Anatomy, Patrick Dempsey may not have been McSteamy without a well-done rhinoplasty (nose job). When 42-year old Patrick appeared on the big screen in this past weekend's premiere of his new movie, Made of Honor, his nose was a completely different shape than when [...]

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Miracle powder helps re-grow severed finger (Plasmetic.com)

Wed, 07 May 2008 15:50:00 GMT

covers the latest trends in Research, facial surgery, invasive & non-invasive cosmetic procedures and everything related to having the perfect body and beauty.

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Burning fat harms the environment (Plasmetic.com)

Wed, 07 May 2008 15:14:00 GMT

Planning a tummy tuck? Think again. You could be contributing to environment pollution. According to ., procedures like liposuction and tummy tucks require the suctioning out of fat from the body. This fat is then incinerated for want of a better way of disposal. This burning of fat releases carbon in the environment. Taking this into account and seeking to do their bit towards being environmental...

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5-Year study establishes Aquamid efficacy (Plasmetic.com)

Tue, 06 May 2008 15:16:45 GMT

A 5-year clinical study conducted on Contura International's soft volume filler has shown a more than 90 per cent satisfaction rate in patients and physicians. The data of this study was presented at the annual meeting for the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) in San Diego. Contura is currently conducting a multi center, comparative clinical trial of the product in the United States...

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FDA clears LipoLite for lipolysis (Plasmetic.com)

Tue, 06 May 2008 14:39:09 GMT

Lipolysis is a popular option with people who wish to reshape their bodies and lose weight. There are many devices in the market that offer this service. Now Syneron Medical Ltd. has entered the lipolysis market with the introduction of their new device for laser-assisted lipolysis. This device has also received the clearance of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the US for laser-assisted lipolysis...

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David Hasselhoff’s Secret Plastic Surgery (Make me Heal)

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:53:54 GMT

Baywatch star David Hasselhoff was in the hospital recently, reportedly to have something removed from above his eye. Because his spokesperson declined to give specific details on what was being removed, Make Me Heal speculates that the 55-year old may have had a blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) to rejuvenate his orbs. Blepharoplasty removes saggy skin and excess [...]

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Lip gloss might cause cancer (Plasmetic.com)

Mon, 05 May 2008 19:40:58 GMT

Contrary to popular belief, lip glosses and balms might be harmful to the lips. According to a recent research conducted at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, cosmetic lip balms and glosses attract the ultraviolet rays of the sun thereby increasing the risk of developing skin cancer.

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