Archive for May, 2009

May 10th, 2009

What Is Cellulite? What Causes Cellulite?

Cellulite is a term used to describe the dimpled appearance of skin caused by fat deposits that are just below the surface of the skin. It generally appears on skin in the abdomen, lower limbs, and pelvic region, and it generally occurs after puberty.

May 8th, 2009

Allergan Comments On FDA Requested Class Labeling For Botulinum Toxin Treatments In Connection With Approval Of DYSPORT(R)

Allergan, Inc. (NYSE: AGN) commented on Ipsen's and Medicis's joint announcement that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has conditioned its approval of DYSPORT® (abobotulinumtoxinA) for the treatment of cervical dystonia and glabellar lines on their commitment to adopt a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) program.

May 8th, 2009

European Congress On Anti-Aging & Aesthetic Medicine Comes To Mainz!

The 2nd annual European Congress on Anti-Aging & Aesthetic Medicine (ECAAAM) will take place at the Congress Centre, Mainz, near Frankfurt, 15-17 October 2009. Mainz has powerful ties with the medical community, with a large medical student population and a University hospital with over 50 specialised departments.

May 7th, 2009

NeoStem Files Patent Application For Cosmetic Stem Cell Face Lift Technology And Expands Stem Cell Collection Network Into New Jersey

NeoStem, Inc. (NYSE Amex: NBS), which is pioneering the pre-disease collection, processing and long-term storage of adult stem cells for future medical need, has filed a patent application claiming the proprietary stem cell technology of Vincent C. Giampapa, M.D., F.A.C.S. relating to cosmetic facial rejuvenation, which NeoStem first licensed in February 2009.

May 5th, 2009

First-Ever Standardized Scales To Measure The Skin’s Aging Process Are Introduced At The American Society For Plastic Surgery’s Annual Meeting

The Merz Scales, the first standardized, comprehensive rating system to measure the skin's aging process, were introduced to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at its annual meeting in Las Vegas. Developed by a leading team of multidisciplinary experts to "establish a universal language of aging," The Merz Scales address the unmet need for an educational tool to facilitate communication between physicians and patients.

May 5th, 2009

Georgia Coast Surgical Performs First Incisionless Surgical Correction Of Failed Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG)

Georgia Coast Surgical's Peter Henderson, MD, has become the first surgeon in the United States to use incisionless surgery techniques and tools to correct a failed vertical banded gastroplasty (VBG). Dr. Henderson, who operates at the Southeast Georgia Health System Bariatric Care Center, completed the first of this type of incisionless procedure on April 27th. Surgeon Harold L. Kent, M.D. assisted Dr. Henderson with the procedure.

May 4th, 2009

FDA Requires Boxed Warning For All Botulinum Toxin Products

Prompted by reports of serious adverse events, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that safety label changes, including a boxed warning, and a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS), are necessary for all botulinum toxin products.

May 1st, 2009

What Influences Women’s Opinions On Their Breast Surgery?

The six major factors that affect how happy a woman feels with the outcome of her breast surgery have been uncovered. Researchers writing in the open access journal BMC Women's Health have determined that, as well as final breast appearance, there are five other major concerns that influence surgical satisfaction.

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