Scientists at the Medical Research Council’s Laboratory of Molecular Biology recently developed a new way to refine the popular injectable wrinkle relaxer Botox, improving and expanding its uses for pain… Continue Reading »
U.S. pharmaceutical giant and Botox and Juvéderm manufacturer Allergan recently filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Apotex, Canada’s biggest drug maker specializing in generic drugs. According to the lawsuit, Apotex’s… Continue Reading »
Originally FDA approved for abdominal surgery, the da Vinci robotic surgical system by Intuitive Medical was recently approved to also remove oral tumors and has successfully been used to perform… Continue Reading »
The latest global plastic surgery statistics were recently released by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, after the organization received responses to surveys sent to more than 30,000 plastic… Continue Reading »
The Journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons recently published what study authors report is the first statistical analysis of long-term satisfaction rates among facelift patients. The study concluded… Continue Reading »
This mother’s day, several news stories discussed mom’s role in how you perceive and change your physical appearance. The reports say that more mothers and daughters are pairing up to… Continue Reading »
Scientists at the Scripps Research Institute say they’ve solved the problem of stem cell fragility, a major hurdle that has long-hindered the progress of stem cell research. During the culture… Continue Reading »
An NPR broadcast this morning discussed the importance of exercise for aging people. As people get older they lose muscle mass, meaning your body weight can stay the same but… Continue Reading »
The proposed tax on cosmetic procedures has been generating lots of buzz lately. While plastic surgeons have basically been unanimous in voicing their opposition to the tax, others have expressed… Continue Reading »
The new Botox competitor from Medicis Pharmaceutical has received FDA approval for treating wrinkles and dystonia. Plastic surgeons and dermatologists may have the drug available for cosmetic use in just… Continue Reading »
