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Houston doctor to face "fake Botox" retrial
A doctor in Houston, Texas, whose trial last month ended in a misstated conviction, will stand trial again on charges that she bought a cheap Botox substitute and injected it into unsuspecting patients.
A doctor in Houston, Texas, whose trial last month ended in a misstated conviction, will stand trial again on charges that she bought a cheap Botox substitute and injected it into unsuspecting patients.
UK Botox rules to change
UK medical industry sources say that the regulatory body for nurses is to ban the administration of Botox where the prescribing doctor is not present.
UK medical industry sources say that the regulatory body for nurses is to ban the administration of Botox where the prescribing doctor is not present.
Botox alternative GFX criticized for permanence of effects
The recently FDA approved anti wrinkle treatment called glabellar furrow relaxation, known more commonly as GFX, has been promoted as a longer lasting, needle-free alternative to Botox. But some cosmetic surgeons have urged patients to exercise caution, saying that the effects, if not successful, will take a long time to wear off.
The recently FDA approved anti wrinkle treatment called glabellar furrow relaxation, known more commonly as GFX, has been promoted as a longer lasting, needle-free alternative to Botox. But some cosmetic surgeons have urged patients to exercise caution, saying that the effects, if not successful, will take a long time to wear off.
Call for Botox to be regulated in UK
One of the pioneers in the medical application of Botox has called for government regulations concerning its cosmetic use in the UK.
One of the pioneers in the medical application of Botox has called for government regulations concerning its cosmetic use in the UK.
Doctor in court over charges of using fake Botox
The trial of a physician accused of injecting patients with an unapproved cheap Botox substitute began today.
The trial of a physician accused of injecting patients with an unapproved cheap Botox substitute began today.
Ministers drop plan to regulate UK cosmetic clinics
UK Ministers have rejected calls made by an expert body for cosmetic clinics in Britain to be officially licensed.
UK Ministers have rejected calls made by an expert body for cosmetic clinics in Britain to be officially licensed.
Permanent Botox?
Brazilian surgeons have developed a surgical alternative to Botox that smoothes out crow's feet at the sides of the eyes.
Brazilian surgeons have developed a surgical alternative to Botox that smoothes out crow's feet at the sides of the eyes.
Botox alternative due to appear in US market
Patients seeking Botox treatment for facial wrinkles will soon have the option of choosing an alternative product that offers increased effectiveness at a lower price.
Patients seeking Botox treatment for facial wrinkles will soon have the option of choosing an alternative product that offers increased effectiveness at a lower price.
Botox tries to smooth out its image
The owners of the Botox brand are launching a new advertising campaign called "Freedom of Expression" in an effort to improve the toxin's image and dispel what it claims are myths about the product.
The owners of the Botox brand are launching a new advertising campaign called "Freedom of Expression" in an effort to improve the toxin's image and dispel what it claims are myths about the product.
"Botox Exodus" as Canadian doctors abandon public work for lucrative cosmetic surgery
Doctors in Canada are being accused of abusing the public health service by cutting back on the number of hours that they make available for family health clinics to make more time for lucrative cosmetic procedures such as Botox.
Doctors in Canada are being accused of abusing the public health service by cutting back on the number of hours that they make available for family health clinics to make more time for lucrative cosmetic procedures such as Botox.
Fake Botox doctors begin jail sentences
Two doctors have begun prison terms of a combined 24 months after being sentenced yesterday in separate trials. Ivyl Wells, 66, from Boise, Idaho, pleaded guilty to using counterfeit Botox, and was sentenced to six months in prison. In a separate case, Dr. Jerome Nicholas Lentini was sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay $330,000 compensation to his 800 victims.
Two doctors have begun prison terms of a combined 24 months after being sentenced yesterday in separate trials. Ivyl Wells, 66, from Boise, Idaho, pleaded guilty to using counterfeit Botox, and was sentenced to six months in prison. In a separate case, Dr. Jerome Nicholas Lentini was sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay $330,000 compensation to his 800 victims.
Liposuction - the gift that really sucks
Doctors have warned against what is reported to be an increasing trend of giving cosmetic surgery vouchers as Christmas gifts. The warning comes amid a boom in the number of clinics offering vouchers for relatively low cost procedures such as Botox and dermabrasion.
Doctors have warned against what is reported to be an increasing trend of giving cosmetic surgery vouchers as Christmas gifts. The warning comes amid a boom in the number of clinics offering vouchers for relatively low cost procedures such as Botox and dermabrasion.
Sarah Michelle Gellar makes medical breakthrough
In an exclusive interview with Marie Claire magazine, actress Sarah Michelle Gellar has revealed previously unknown discoveries about the nature of Botox and its effects on the human body.
In response to questions about whether she would consider having Botox treatments to stem the effects of ageing on the face, Gellar stunned the medical world with her insights into the nature of the treatment and how it is administered.
In an exclusive interview with Marie Claire magazine, actress Sarah Michelle Gellar has revealed previously unknown discoveries about the nature of Botox and its effects on the human body.
In response to questions about whether she would consider having Botox treatments to stem the effects of ageing on the face, Gellar stunned the medical world with her insights into the nature of the treatment and how it is administered.
Blepharoplasty - Getting rid of Hound dog Eyes
Blepharoplasty, also known as the an eyelid tuck, is performed to rejuvenate the eyelid and remove eyelid bags and dark circles under the eyes. It is the third most common cosmetic plastic surgery operation performed in the United States and is normally the first thing considered by patients seeking to rejuvenate their appearance.
Blepharoplasty, also known as the an eyelid tuck, is performed to rejuvenate the eyelid and remove eyelid bags and dark circles under the eyes. It is the third most common cosmetic plastic surgery operation performed in the United States and is normally the first thing considered by patients seeking to rejuvenate their appearance.
Customers warned of Botox Bandits
The Independent Healthcare Advisory Services (IHAS), a UK lobby group representing many of the UK's leading private hospitals, has warned against the dangers of the UK Government failing to regulate the booming Botox industry.
The Independent Healthcare Advisory Services (IHAS), a UK lobby group representing many of the UK's leading private hospitals, has warned against the dangers of the UK Government failing to regulate the booming Botox industry.
Study shows long term benefits of Botox
A study has shown regular treatments of Botox to be effective in the long term treatment of wrinkles and facial lines. The study will come as a rebuttal to those arguing that Botox is a short term cure, with no long term benefits.
A study has shown regular treatments of Botox to be effective in the long term treatment of wrinkles and facial lines. The study will come as a rebuttal to those arguing that Botox is a short term cure, with no long term benefits.
Botox treatments to drop in price
The price of Botox is set to drop dramatically for patients as a result of Allergan, the manufacturer, losing its patent for the drug last week in the High Court.
The price of Botox is set to drop dramatically for patients as a result of Allergan, the manufacturer, losing its patent for the drug last week in the High Court.
Film Director slams botoxed actors
Australian film director Baz Luhrmann, the man behind blockbuster hits such as Moulin Rouge, Romeo and Juliet, and Strictly Ballroom has lashed out at actors who use Botox, claiming that it limits their emotional range on camera.
Australian film director Baz Luhrmann, the man behind blockbuster hits such as Moulin Rouge, Romeo and Juliet, and Strictly Ballroom has lashed out at actors who use Botox, claiming that it limits their emotional range on camera.
FDA greenlights new wrinkle treatment
A San Diego company has received FDA approval for a new aesthetic injectable treatment, similar to the anti-wrinkle treatment, Botox. The company claims that the new product, The new cosmetic filler, Artefill, provides a permanent correction of facial wrinkles, with none of the alleged negative side effects of Botox.
A San Diego company has received FDA approval for a new aesthetic injectable treatment, similar to the anti-wrinkle treatment, Botox. The company claims that the new product, The new cosmetic filler, Artefill, provides a permanent correction of facial wrinkles, with none of the alleged negative side effects of Botox.
Woman dies when cooking oil is used instead of Botox
A beautician today pleaded guilty to manslaughter, having injected cooking oil into a patient who subsequently died from complications associated with the injection.
A beautician today pleaded guilty to manslaughter, having injected cooking oil into a patient who subsequently died from complications associated with the injection.
Botox treats carpal tunnel syndrome
Botox, more commonly associated with cosmetic and aesthetic use, has potential for treating the effects of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, according to a pilot study conducted recently in Taiwan. The pilot study found that 60% of those treated responded well to the treatment with Botox, reporting reduced paid from the syndrome.
Botox, more commonly associated with cosmetic and aesthetic use, has potential for treating the effects of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, according to a pilot study conducted recently in Taiwan. The pilot study found that 60% of those treated responded well to the treatment with Botox, reporting reduced paid from the syndrome.
Juvederm to launch in US shortly
Allergan, the pharmaceutical company responsible for Botox is expected to launch the dermal filler Juvederm in the United States market shortly.
Allergan, the pharmaceutical company responsible for Botox is expected to launch the dermal filler Juvederm in the United States market shortly.
Botox used to treat clinical depression
A recent study indicates that Botox may have a secondary use - treatment of depression. In a study conducted by dermatologist, Dr. Eric Finzi, from the Chevy Chase Cosmetic Center in Maryland, 90% of patients in the trial had their depression treated successfully by botox treatments.
A recent study indicates that Botox may have a secondary use - treatment of depression. In a study conducted by dermatologist, Dr. Eric Finzi, from the Chevy Chase Cosmetic Center in Maryland, 90% of patients in the trial had their depression treated successfully by botox treatments.
Botox users could be addicted, claims new study
40% of patients receiving Botox therapy expressed a "compulsive" desire for further treatments. However, there is disagreement as to whether this desire is grounded in the emotional "high" following treatment, or because the very nature of Botox means that it is a temporary treatment, requiring regular use to maintain results. However, the study has been slammed as "irresponsible nonsense" by one of the leading Botox experts in the US.
40% of patients receiving Botox therapy expressed a "compulsive" desire for further treatments. However, there is disagreement as to whether this desire is grounded in the emotional "high" following treatment, or because the very nature of Botox means that it is a temporary treatment, requiring regular use to maintain results. However, the study has been slammed as "irresponsible nonsense" by one of the leading Botox experts in the US.
Dermatologist guilty of using fake Botox on patients
A dermatologist in South Dakota has pleaded guilty to misbranding in court, losing his licence for a year. Dr Anastasios Pappas, 38, was sentenced to one year of probation and fined $2,000 for injecting ten patients with fake Botox.
The dermatologist will complete 250 hours of community service and will be prohibited from practicing medicine for a year.
A dermatologist in South Dakota has pleaded guilty to misbranding in court, losing his licence for a year. Dr Anastasios Pappas, 38, was sentenced to one year of probation and fined $2,000 for injecting ten patients with fake Botox.
The dermatologist will complete 250 hours of community service and will be prohibited from practicing medicine for a year.
UK Government acts to curb unregistered clinics
In the UK, Health inspectors are to conduct undercover investigations into unregistered clinics offering cosmetic surgery and Botox procedures. Inspectors from the Healthcare Commission (HC), the British government's health watchdog, have been granted powers by the UK parliament to monitor the estimated 3,000 unregistered clinics that use laser and light therapy to carry out operations such as removing facial hair, tattoos and giving Botox injections.
It is illegal to operate an unregistered clinic and any such businesses have been warned that if they do not apply for registration, the commission can apply for an injunction to stop it from operating. It may also face criminal prosecution.
How safe is botox?
Botox was developed by a doctor from Vancouver in 1987. He noticed that his secretary had lines around her mouth and he wanted to experiment to see if these could be removed. He experimented by injecting toxins into the tissue with these lines and found that they disappeared, leading to the development of Botox. Botox is actually created from a poison manufactured by the bacteria Clostridium. In concentrated form, this bacterium is a lethal poison - in fact anyone infected with this form of bacteria usually dies from the toxin. Although there is an obvious risk here, movie stars and celebrities have been using botox without fear for years. So how safe is botox?
Natural alternative to botox
As many people are beginning to discover the effects of botox and how unsafe it actually can be, these same people are now searching for natural alternatives to keep their skin young and wrinkle-free. The reality of botox is quite scary when you first learn what it actually is. Although many people choose to keep their eyes closed on this subject, the life threatening effects of botox cannot be ignored. The natural health industry has not missed out on this opportunity either; they have jumped at the chance to create a botox type product from all natural and safe ingredients.
Move over Botox - Make way for Juvederm?
Botox was the first in a series of wrinkle fillers and anti-age solutions almost twenty years ago, but today botox is up against fierce competition with the new kid on the block - Juvederm. Over the years hyaluronic acid has been used to fill wrinkles and other signs of aging of the skin. This is a natural substance that already exists in your body. It provides volume for your skin as well as lubricating your joints. Hyaluronic acid fills the space between collagen and elastin fibers, replenishing the natural support layers lost with aging. It also delivers essential nutrients and hydration over time is gradually reabsorbed in the body.
When Botox Parties Go Wrong
Botox is one of the simplest of all the cosmetic surgeries that can be administered today. Botox was once the new cosmetic surgery and is now all the rage throughout Hollywood and becoming mainstream very quickly! Botox requires no recovery time, you could even get a botox procedure done during your lunch hour at work - this is how quickly it can be performed and over with. However, all is not without risk and the growing popularity of so-called botox parties can pose health risks aver and above those associated with botox procedures performed in a licensed surgeon’s facilities.
Botox and Botox Parties
Botulin toxin, popularly sold under the brand name Botox®, is an exceptionally potent neurotoxin that has found a variety of remarkable uses in modern medicine. It is also the most popular nonsurgical medical cosmetic treatment in the UK and USA.
Apart from the great results it offers in cosmetic procedures, Botulin toxin is possibly the most acutely toxic substance known, and just over a hundred grams could kill every human living on the earth – still thinking of going to that botox party?
Collagen and Injectable Fillers
If you're considering injectables...
As we age, our faces begin to show the effects of gravity, sun exposure and years of facial muscle movement, such as smiling, chewing and squinting. The underlying tissues that keep our skin looking youthful and plumped up begin to break down, often leaving laugh lines, smile lines, crow's feet or facial creases over the areas where this muscle movement occurs.
Plastic Surgery Service Transforms Penthouse Pet of the Month
Stroudsburg, PA. # After having five children, Melissa Ann never dreamed she’d get her body back to her Penthouse modeling days, but all she needed was a little plastic surgery.
Stroudsburg, PA. # After having five children, Melissa Ann never dreamed she’d get her body back to her Penthouse modeling days, but all she needed was a little plastic surgery.
Wrinkles
Although wrinkles can be signs of experience and wisdom, most people would rather not have them.
Although wrinkles can be signs of experience and wisdom, most people would rather not have them.
People's desire to retain and regain youth is strong and universal. The eternal wish for a "fountain of youth" can be seen in the innumerable products and procedures advertised in books, magazines, and other media that promise "younger-looking skin." Many claims for such youth-enhancing methods are unfortunately overblown or entirely nonexistent. Let the buyer beware! Still, effective techniques for softening and even removing wrinkles do exist.
