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More Men Turning To Botox, Reports ABC News

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

ABC News recently reported on a new cosmetic trend dubbed Bro-tox. Yes, more men are discovering the wonders of Botox.

Actor Johnny Markoudakis told ABC that he got Botox injections in his forehead and around his eyes, and a week later people told him he looked more refreshed.

But Bro-tox patients include more than just actors, models and metrosexuals, according to ABC.

For instance, Marc from Detroit is 38 and works at a chemical company. “I do a lot of industrial type work, getting dirty. … And I restore old cars,” Marc told ABC.

When he started noticing that he had some wrinkles and that he was looking older, his wife Julie decided to get him Botox for Christmas.

“The card was very nice,” Marc said. “But then there was a little note that said … ‘Botox’ on it, and I was a little shocked. … It’s just not anything I thought I would do for myself.”

Marc used the gift and now has less noticeable crow’s feet thanks to Botox.

Cosmetic Procedures Becoming More Popular for Men

ABC News reports that over 300,000 men got Botox last year, a 10 percent increase from the previous year. Men are getting more cosmetic procedures in general — one in eight cosmetic surgery procedures is now performed on men.

According to the report, from 2010 to 2011, eyelid surgeries increased by 15% for men, facelifts by 14% and liposuction by 7%.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) says the five most popular procedures among men are Botox, hair transplantation/restoration, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion and liposuction.

A consumer survey by the AACS found that 12% of men plan to have cosmetic surgery at some point in the future and that 83% of men believe that personal appearance plays a role in their professional success and advancement.

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Fillers and Lasers Used As Anti-Aging Hand Treatments

Thursday, October 27th, 2011

anti-aging hand treatments If you are making an effort to follow an anti-aging regimen for your face, you might want to consider one for your hands as well, as they are just as likely to reveal your age.

Cosmetic surgeons are now using many facial rejuvenation techniques as anti-aging hand treatments. The techniques are approved by the FDA to treat the face, but can be used as off-label treatments for other areas of the body, including the hands.

“As we age, our hands tend to lose their firmness and volume and the veins and tendons become more pronounced,” said Dr. Dee Anna Glaser, a dermatologist and fellow in the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. “In addition, changes in texture where the skin appears crinkled or is marked with spots, commonly called ‘liver spots’ or ‘age spots,’ are the hallmarks of an aging hand.”

Anti-Aging Hand Treatments

Fillers have long been used to restore volume to the face. Now they’re also being used to re-establish fullness to the hands. Adding volume to the hands helps to diminish the appearance of veins and tendons.

Popular fillers for the hands include Restylane and Juvederm. Some patients may experience bruising, and results last about a year, according to Dr. Glaser.

Lasers can also be an effective anti-aging procedure for the hands. They are great for treating uneven skin tone and texture and pigmentation and discoloration on the face, and they can be used to treat the same problems on the hands.

“The hands are often overlooked because we put so much emphasis on our face, but our hands can be even more susceptible to the effects of aging,” said Dr. Glaser.

Talk to your cosmetic surgeon about the available options to treat aging hands. Meanwhile, don’t forget that prevention is best, so wear sunscreen and be sure to cover all exposed areas of skin, including the backs of your hands.

Sources: AAD.org, WebMD

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Cosmetic Surgery Skin Care Products Tested

Thursday, October 20th, 2011

cosmetic surgery skin care Skin care products are more sophisticated than ever, but they can’t give you the results of cosmetic surgery procedures, according to Express.co.uk.

The website had a tester try several cosmetic surgery skin care products for reducing lines and wrinkles, firming skin and plumping lips. The results were not as good or as long-lasting as cosmetic surgery procedures.

For example, a cream that contained peptides to plump lips did instantly add volume. Dr. Michael Prager, a cosmetic surgeon in London, said that while the cream works as a quick fix and hydrates lips, is unlikely to be a long-term solution.

A dermal filler like Restylane, which was recently approved by the FDA for lip augmentation, is your best bet for fuller lips; results last about six months.

After using an anti-aging neck cream that contains a “tensing agent to give an instant lift to saggy skin” for a week, the tester reported that her skin looked smoother and less wrinkly. However, Dr. Prager said it would only work on minor problems and to remove loose skin from the neck, a neck lift is going to give patients the best results.

They also examined a product that claims to be a Botox cream. The tester reported that fine lines filled in and that while her skin felt dry, “the instant results are amazing.”

Dr. Prager believes the cream is filling lines with an ingredient such as collagen and probably has hydrating qualities. For longer-lasting results, Botox injections are the way to go.

Cosmetic surgery procedures produce better and longer-lasting results, but professional skin care products can help you maintain your look between procedures. Talk to your cosmetic surgeon about what products he or she recommends for you.

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Topical Botox Shown to Reduce Crow’s Feet in Trials

Thursday, September 29th, 2011

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Early trials found that a topical Botox — no needles necessary — appears to be effective at smoothing crow’s feet, according to U.S. News & World Report.

The gel contains botulinum toxin, which is Botox’s active ingredient, and results last about four months — similar to the results from Botox injections.

The study said that the gel “noticeably softened crow’s feet,” but there are still many unknowns about the new drug, including how much it would cost, when it might be available and how well it will work compared to injected Botox. More studies are needed before possible FDA approval.

If a Botox gel does prove to be safe and effective, it would likely be embraced by consumers. Botulinum toxins, such as Botox and Dysport, are the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures in the country, and the gel could offer a pain-free alternative to the injectables. The gel is applied to the wrinkled area around the eyes; after a half an hour it is then wiped off, according to study researchers.

In one study, close to 90 percent of patients who got the botulinum toxin gel showed a “clinically meaningful” reduction in wrinkles, compared to 28 percent of those who got a placebo gel. In another study with 180 patients who had crow’s feet, about 40 percent responded favorably, the researchers reported.

Topical Botox Would Require Your Cosmetic Surgeon

The botulinum toxin gel is a drug, not a skin cream. That means that if it were eventually to receive FDA approval, patients could only undergo the procedure at their physician’s office.

The researchers did point out that it may be difficult for a gel to get the level of precision that injections provide; however, the gel’s advantage is that patients can avoid the needle.

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5 Ways to Look Better on a Budget

Monday, August 29th, 2011

If you’re a cost conscious consumer, but like to look your best, read these 5 inexpensive ways to look better without busting your budget.

1. Better Diet: Start Editing Your Grocery List

It shouldn’t cost you more money to eat healthier. It all starts with a good grocery list. Start editing your list today, and cross off all the junk food. Then replace those items with vegetables, fruits and lean meat. Be wary of anything that comes in a cardboard box; if it does, remember to read the nutrition information. To keep costs down, track prices on your grocery list; when you find a cheaper or healthier option, then it’s time to edit your list again.

2. Find A Tailor and Personal Shopper

Don’t underestimate the importance of clothing fit. A personal shopper can help you understand your body proportions and then show you how to buy clothes that flatter them. Finding a great fit off-the-rack can be difficult, so find a good local tailor who can make the right adjustments to your new (or old) clothes.

3. Find the Right Bra

For whatever reason, many women wear the wrong bra size. No matter what type of bra you wear, it’s a great idea to get it fitted to match your current size. A local store or boutique should be able to help you with this.

4. Consider Injectables for Wrinkle Reduction

Injectable products like Botox, Juvederm and Restylane can quickly (although temporarily) correct wrinkles and folds. With a simple injection, many people can lose their unsightly smile lines, frown lines and crow’s feet. Today’s injectables come with lidocaine, so they’re more comfortable. If you’re concerned about the cost, keep an eye out for specials offered by your local cosmetic surgeon.

5. Use Medical Grade Skin Care Products

Start a daily routine that includes the best skin care products for you. Start by talking to an aesthetician or cosmetic surgeon, so they can guide you toward a good regimen. Choose a product line that is designed to meet your needs, whether that means anti-aging, skin lightening, sun protection or any of your other appearance goals.

3 more free ways to look better: don’t smoke, avoid sun exposure and get plenty of sleep!

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FDA Panel OKs Restylane for Lip Enhancement

Monday, May 2nd, 2011

FDA indications for Restylane may soon be expanded to include lip augmentation, according to a recent press release from Medicis Pharmaceutical.

An advisory panel on plastic surgery devices voted to expand approved indications for the popular wrinkle filler, which could allow Restylane to be marketed for lip augmentation purposes.

Restylane is already approved for non-surgical correction of facial wrinkles – typically the nasolabial folds on each side of the mouth. The filler was one of the first hyaluronic acid based products to receive FDA approval (in 2004). Expansion of its approved indications would make Restylane the first HA filler approved for lip augmentation.

Jonah Shacknai, CEO and Chairman of Medicis, says his company is “pleased with the panel’s recommendation,” and they believe the recommendation “reflects confidence in the robust clinical data provided by Medicis.”

What is Restylane?

Restylane is a wrinkle filler made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the connective tissue of your skin. The product is made with a special form of HA, a non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid, which restores volume in the tissue. Treatment can address wrinkles and folds to provide a more youthful appearance.

Wrinkles form over time as fatty tissue degrades, collagen breaks down and the skin loses elasticity. These normal signs of aging can be accelerated by factors like weight loss, smoking and sun exposure. Wrinkles and vertical lines on both sides of the mouth are common. The rounded fat pads in the cheeks can also become thin and migrate downward, giving the face a tired or worn look.

Products like Restylane and Perlane are ideal for addressing these skin problems without surgery and its associated downtime.

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Sculptra Study Shows Long-Lasting Results Over Collagen Filler

Friday, April 22nd, 2011

A study examining the results of poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra Aesthetic) dermal filler was recently published. The multi-center study looked specifically at Sculptra’s treatment of the nasolabial folds, the lines that travel from each side of the nose to the corners of the mouth.

Doctors followed 233 people for 25 months during their treatments with either Sculptra or, for comparison, injectable human collagen (hyaluronic acid was not approved yet when this study was designed).

Among the group treated with Sculptra, a total of 106 out of 116 continued their treatments and remained in the study’s “long-term surveillance phase.” Their results indicate that Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) is superior to human collagen for treatment of nasolabial folds.

Photos via SculptraAesthetic.com

The initial results of both treatments were comparable, but after three months, the collagen group experienced a sharp decline in their results. Their “scores declined from 95.7 percent at week 3 to 15.3 percent by the month-13 follow-up visit, representing an 84 percent reduction from the maximum measurement of overall improvement,” write the authors.

The Sculptra group, however, saw results that endured much longer. At week 3, more than 99 percent of them reported “overall aesthetic improvement” in their nasolabial folds. Those results (patient evaluations) were maintained for 90 percent of the patients at 13 months, and 81 percent of the patients at the 25 month follow-up visit.

You can find this study in the April 2011 PRS Journal

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Cryoneuromodulation May Freeze Frown Lines Away

Friday, April 8th, 2011

With the invention (and popularity) of Botox, nearly everyone became familiar with the concept of paralyzing facial muscles to smooth out wrinkles. Now a new treatment is looking toward freezing them away in a similar manner.

Cryoneuromodulation is in early phases of clinical trials. The new technology is believed to zap away forehead wrinkles by freezing the nerves, according to U.S. News & World Report.

“It’s a toxin-free alternative to treating unwanted lines and wrinkles, similar to what is being done with Botox and Dysport,” said Francis Palmer, director of facial plastic surgery at the University of Southern California School of Medicine in L.A.

“From the early clinical trials, this procedure — which its maker calls cryoneuromodulation — appears to have the same clinical efficacy and safety comparable to the existing techniques.”

The procedure uses small needles to deliver cold to nerves running through the forehead. The cold freezes the nerve, which interrupts the nerve signal and relaxes the muscle that causes forehead lines. According to Palmer, the technique does not permanently damage the nerve.

They are still refining the technique, say they expect the results of the treatment to last about the same amount of time as Botox, which works for about three to four months. A study of 31 people, all of whom had fewer wrinkles after two to eight injections, and the level of discomfort was comparable to that from Botox or injectable fillers, Palmer said.

If this new technique is eventually approved by the FDA, it could significantly change the market for aesthetic treatments, where Botox has been the number one treatment for several years.

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Topical Botox Drug Still On the Horizon

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

As the economy rebounds, sales of wrinkle-blockers like Botox and Dysport are increasing in surgeon’s offices nationwide. Many consumers however, may be waiting for a game-changing version of botulinum toxin – in the form a topical wrinkle treatment.

Both Botox and Dysport, while they are distributed by different companies, contain similar formulations of botulinum toxin. (though the products are not considered “interchangeable”). The active ingredient stops muscle movement in the tiny muscles of the brow, effectively diminishing wrinkles between the brows after injection. Aside from cosmetic use, botulinum toxin-based products have been used for therapeutic treatments for reduction in excessive sweating and migraine headaches.
Now the next logical step is to make Botox widely available to patients who are less inclined to undergo a facial injection.

At this point, the news looks good for these consumers. The second phase in trials for topical botulinum toxin, which was completed in October, was successful. While no market date has been set for the topical version of Botox, nor for its Medicis-produced rival Dysport, needle-shy individuals can still test the possible effects of Botox by using Allergan’s Treatment Visualizer.

To learn more about injectable wrinkle treatments in Cincinnati, as well as other skin care options, view any of these pages:

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AAFPRS Stats Show Rise in Non-Surgical Treatments for Face

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Statistics about facial cosmetic treatments show that in 2010, about 75 percent of the procedures performed were non-surgical, which may confirm an often discussed trend toward less invasive cosmetic treatments.

The stats come straight from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), and they show a 45 percent increase in the number of facial procedures performed over the last two years, representing a 16 percent annual increase in non-surgical facial procedures.

“Non-surgical procedures are an excellent option for some people, with the added benefits of lower costs and shorter recovery time; two things that are consistently important to those considering facial plastic surgery,” said Dr. Jonathan M. Sykes. “We have been seeing a trend over the past few years that people who want to look and feel younger and rejuvenated are turning to non-surgical, less invasive procedures to obtain the refreshed look they want.”

2010′s Most Popular Facial Procedures
Based on the AAFPRS survey, the hot procedures of 2010 were non-surgical procedures like Botox and hyaluronic acid injections. Among surgical procedures, the most popular were rhinoplasty, facelift and eyelid surgery.

Females received the majority of facial procedures in 2010 (83 percent), but the most popular procedures varied by age. For women 35 to 60, the top surgical procedures were brow lift, facelift and eyelid surgery, while a nose job was the top surgical procedure performed on women under 35. Botox, injectable fillers nose jobs, and hair transplants were the most common facial procedures performed on men in 2010.

The AAFPRS survey also reported an increase in ethnic patients: two out of five surgeons said they had an increase in their Asian American and Hispanic patients last year.
You can read more of these survey results at www.aafprs.org.

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