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American Society of Plastic Surgeons
An in-depth look at plastic surgery procedures, from the foremost authority on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Information and articles on plastic surgery issues from one of the leading plastic surgery organizations.
Online Medical Dictionary of Medical Terms
Contains easy-to-understand explanations of medical terms.
FDA Breast Implant Consumer Handbook
A comprehensive look at all aspects of breast implants and surgery. It includes detailed information on all types of implants, safety issues, important questions to ask the plastic surgeon, and suggestions on how to make sound decisions regarding a breast implant procedure.
Obsolete peels of the past epitomize the “No Pain – No Gain” approach to skin care. Before the VI Peel, the deeper, more painful, and more downtime the peel – the better the result. VI Peel is the first “Next Generation Aesthetic”. It is nearly painless, yet produces dramatic visible results in just days with little downtime.
The VI Peel can be used on any skin type or skin color. It is effective on melasma, acne and acne scars, sun damage, fine lines, and enlarged pores. Following your peel, you will experience skin flaking and peeling beginning around day 3 which may last 1-5 days. This peeling may be disguised by using a moisturizer. Great results will be visible even after just one treatment.
The Microdermabrasion treatment stimulates the production of new skin cells and collagen. Microdermabrasion uses a jet spray of mineral crystals to remove, then vacuum, the outer keratin layer of the skin. This treatment exfoliates the skin with no downtime. Skin will look brighter and more refreshed. A treatment mask and light facial massage may be performed after your treatment depending on your skin type.
BOTOX is the botulinum toxin, a protein, which is injected into the muscles of the face to improve the appearance of frown lines and furrow lines in the brow area. BOTOX has exploded in popularity since it first came on the market a few years ago and since then over 10 million BOTOX procedures have been administered in the United States alone. This popular procedure works by intercepting the impulses of the nerves in the muscles which were treated, which limits the activity that caused the lines to form. The treatment takes mere minutes to apply and the effects generally last up to 4 months.
Juvederm® is a dermal filler that contains a smooth gel-like substance using Hyaluronic Acid, which is naturally occurring in our bodies. It is in fact our body’s loss of Hyaluronic Acid that contributes to the effects of age, sun damage and other factors which begin to work away at our skin causing wrinkles, folds and an overall appearance of lose, sagging skin. Using the injectable dermal filler Juvederm® these trouble areas can be filled out to smooth away those lines and restore your skin to a more healthy, energetic and youthful appearance. While the treatment itself takes only a matter of minutes, the effects can last for several months. Some light bruising or swelling is possible directly after, but most patients can return to work the next day.
Perlane is another hyaluronic acid in gel form that is injected into wrinkles and folds in the skin to smooth it out. The main difference in Perlane is that the gel particles are bigger and the injection can be made deeper into the skin. In most cases, one quick treatment of Perlane, which takes just minutes to apply, gave patients visible results which they were able to then enjoy for up to 6 months.
The treatment of individual wrinkles is often not enough to restore a youthful and fresh appearance. In order to counter the effects of gravity and regain a younger shape, the face needs real volume. This can be achieved with a dermal filler which also re-stimulates natural collagen production for effective and lasting volume.
Radiesse® volumizing filler puts volume back exactly where it was. With gentle volumizing deeper wrinkles and hollow or sagging cheeks disappear, and the natural facial contours return.
Members of the Brilliant Distinctions Program Earn points each time you get BOTOX® Cosmetic and/or JUVÉDERM® XC treatments, as well as LATISSÉ® or VIVITÉ® Skin Care products from a participating physician Redeem your points for big savings on BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM® XC, LATISSE®, and VIVITÉ® Skin Care products Or, make a difference in someone else’s life by donating your points to Dress for Success® or the Make-A-Wish Foundation®
Financing Plastic Surgery with Care Credit
Practical website that covers general information for securing credit to finance your plastic surgery operation.
An A-Z index of NIH health resources, clinical trials, health hotlines, MEDLINEplus, drug information, and more.
Consumer health news, information and resources updated daily. Features include mini-checkups, health library, medical search and more.
The world’s leading source for trustworthy and timely health and medical news and information. Provides credible health information, supportive community, and educational services by blending award-winning expertise in content, community services, expert commentary, and medical review.
Features daily health news on a variety of useful topics.
