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According to the American Society of Plastic Surgery, Botox and dermal filler procedures are the two fastest growing cosmetic treatments over the last decade. Dermal fillers and Botox offer similar solutions for wrinkles and can be a path to more youthful looking skin. There are differences among the treatments. Botox injections work on muscles to reduce wrinkles while fillers operate to create volume to “plump up” sagging skin and wrinkles. 1. Juvederm This dermal filler is used most commonly to target lines around the mouth. Results from injections of this hyaluronic acid can last from six to nine months. 2. Restylane or Radiesse … Read More

Everybody knows that plastic surgery can be used to improve your looks, but can it also improve your outlook? A study appearing in an issue of Plastic Surgery Nursing suggests this might be the case, revealing that the positive effects of plastic surgery run beyond the purely physical. Cosmetic surgery improves people’s self image Cynthia Figueroa-Haas, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Florida, conducted the study for her doctoral thesis at Barry University in Miami Shores. She is quoted as saying, “Many individuals, including health-care providers, have preconceived negative ideas about those who elect to have plastic surgery, without … Read More

Ah, winter. Andy Williams once sang in that famous 1963 Christmas song that “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And while that may be debatable to some, winter is certainly an opportune time to treat yourself to a facial rejuvenation, facelift, or reconstructive surgery procedure. Why? Good question. Below are the three reasons why this December or January may be the ideal time to take the cosmetic surgery plunge. Cosmetic surgery makes a great gift Cosmetic surgery is one gift that will last long after the tree has wilted and the stockings have been put away, because not only … Read More