If we could reduce fat without dieting, without surgery, and without a big expense, most of us would consider trying this type of procedure. With this in mind, the scientific community took notice when a dermatologist observed that frostbite victims suffered fat loss of their arms and legs after being exposed to prolong freezing temperatures. […]
Breast Implant Lymphoma
Our monthly academic journal, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, highlighted a “special topic” section which addressed lymphoma arising in the breasts of women with implants. There were 6 articles which reported facts as well as opinions. Less than o.5% of all breast cancers are lymphomas. The first report in a patient with breast implants was in […]
Understanding the Value of Combination Procedures
A recent Wall Street Journal weekend article looked at the present status of aesthetic improvements in the population. The featured “cosmetic provider” stated that he had fewer requests for surgery and more for non-invasive procedures, such as lasers or minimally invasive injections of fillers or neuromodulators (i.e., Botox). He states people want to look younger […]