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Advanced Lipo Dissolve company, Fig, ceases operations and plans to file for bankruptcy
The Missouri based company Fig, known previosuly as Advanced Lipo Dissolved has ceased operations and is expected to file for bankruptcy protection from its creditors.
The Missouri based company Fig, known previosuly as Advanced Lipo Dissolved has ceased operations and is expected to file for bankruptcy protection from its creditors.
Mexican doctor who posed as "plastic surgeon" arrested after botched liposuction procedures
A doctor who allegedly posed as a plastic surgeon and injured unsuspecting patients in dozens of botched liposuction, facelift and breast implant procedures has been arrested in Mexico.
A doctor who allegedly posed as a plastic surgeon and injured unsuspecting patients in dozens of botched liposuction, facelift and breast implant procedures has been arrested in Mexico.
Half-price liposuction offered - to human guinea pigs
A group of doctors, advertising themselves as cosmetic surgeons, are offering discounted liposuction procedures to members of the public willing to have the procedure conducted by trainees. The advertisement, has drawn criticism from the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, who issued a warning about the possible dangers of volunteering to be the subject of training procedures.
A group of doctors, advertising themselves as cosmetic surgeons, are offering discounted liposuction procedures to members of the public willing to have the procedure conducted by trainees. The advertisement, has drawn criticism from the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, who issued a warning about the possible dangers of volunteering to be the subject of training procedures.
Liposuction in Dubai ruins Iraqi woman's marriage plans
A 40 year old woman who escaped Iraq to find a new life has had her marriage plans dashed because of a liposuction and tummy tuck that has left her permanently scarred, a Dubai court was told.
A 40 year old woman who escaped Iraq to find a new life has had her marriage plans dashed because of a liposuction and tummy tuck that has left her permanently scarred, a Dubai court was told.
Two doctors suspended after UAE liposuction death
Two doctors have been suspended in the United Arab Emirates, following the recent death of a woman who had undergone liposuction. The 27 year old Emirati women is said to have suffered brain damage during the 90,000 dirhams procedure, falling into a coma and dying three days later.
Two doctors have been suspended in the United Arab Emirates, following the recent death of a woman who had undergone liposuction. The 27 year old Emirati women is said to have suffered brain damage during the 90,000 dirhams procedure, falling into a coma and dying three days later.
Most women would be interested in cosmetic surgery - UCLA study reports
A new report from UCLA scientists indicated that nearly half (48%) of all women surveyed said that they would be interested in undergoing either cosmetic surgery, liposuction, or both, with a further 23% saying that they would possibly be interested.
A new report from UCLA scientists indicated that nearly half (48%) of all women surveyed said that they would be interested in undergoing either cosmetic surgery, liposuction, or both, with a further 23% saying that they would possibly be interested.
Cosmetic surgery rules in Ontario set to be tightened
Less than two months after the death of a 32 year old woman who underwent liposuction performed by a family doctor advertising as a cosmetic surgeon, the regulatory body of Ontario is set to tighten the guidelines covering cosmetic surgery procedures offered by doctors in the province.
Less than two months after the death of a 32 year old woman who underwent liposuction performed by a family doctor advertising as a cosmetic surgeon, the regulatory body of Ontario is set to tighten the guidelines covering cosmetic surgery procedures offered by doctors in the province.
Doctor jailed over liposuction death of schoolgirl
The owner of a cosmetic surgery clinic in Bangkok has been jailed for four years for the death of a 17 year old schoolgirl girl during a liposuction procedure that was described by the court as reckless. In addition to the sentence for the manslaughter charge, Dr. Chalee Kanchanarak was given a consecutive sentence of three months for using drugs that had expired and should have been destroyed.
The owner of a cosmetic surgery clinic in Bangkok has been jailed for four years for the death of a 17 year old schoolgirl girl during a liposuction procedure that was described by the court as reckless. In addition to the sentence for the manslaughter charge, Dr. Chalee Kanchanarak was given a consecutive sentence of three months for using drugs that had expired and should have been destroyed.
Irish patients flock to Rio for sun and liposuction
A company that specializes in organizing cosmetic surgery vacations to Brazil has reported that Irish patients make up their second largest customer base, of all European countries.
A company that specializes in organizing cosmetic surgery vacations to Brazil has reported that Irish patients make up their second largest customer base, of all European countries.
Israel sees 16% increase in demand for cosmetic surgery
According to figures released by the Israel Society of Plastic Surgeons, demand for cosmetic surgery procedures rocketed last year, with 11,600 procedures performed in 2006, compared with 10,000 in the previous year. The society reports the value of the industry at NIS 350m last year.
According to figures released by the Israel Society of Plastic Surgeons, demand for cosmetic surgery procedures rocketed last year, with 11,600 procedures performed in 2006, compared with 10,000 in the previous year. The society reports the value of the industry at NIS 350m last year.
Lipo doctor in death case disappears
The Arizona liposuction doctor whose licence was revoked following the death of three people undergoing liposuction procedures at his clinic has, according to lawyers in the case, apparently disappeared.
The Arizona liposuction doctor whose licence was revoked following the death of three people undergoing liposuction procedures at his clinic has, according to lawyers in the case, apparently disappeared.
Lipo doctor in death case faced previous complaints
A doctor who operated on a Canadian woman who died after a liposuction procedure was the subject of a complaint to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, over alleged "deceptive" advertising.
Lipo doctor's office searched by police
Police have raided the office of an Arizona based liposuction specialist, following the death of three patients who had undergone liposuction procedures.
Police have raided the office of an Arizona based liposuction specialist, following the death of three patients who had undergone liposuction procedures.
50 year old woman dies of heart attack after liposuction
An investigation has been launched into the death of a 50 year old UK businesswoman who died just two days after undergoing liposuction in a UK hospital.
An investigation has been launched into the death of a 50 year old UK businesswoman who died just two days after undergoing liposuction in a UK hospital.
Californian beauty salon owner arrested for liposuction procedure
Police in Blomington, California have arrested the owner of a local beauty salon for allegedly performing an illegal liposuction procedure on a patient.
Police in Blomington, California have arrested the owner of a local beauty salon for allegedly performing an illegal liposuction procedure on a patient.
Plastic surgeon suspended over allegations of drugs and sex with patient
The state health commissioner has used emergency powers to immediately suspend the licence of a New York plastic surgeon accused of having sex with a patient and smoking crystal methamphetamine.
The state health commissioner has used emergency powers to immediately suspend the licence of a New York plastic surgeon accused of having sex with a patient and smoking crystal methamphetamine.
New Stem Cell Bank launched for liposuction fat cells
A new facility is to be launched in San Diego that will allow stem cells extracted through liposuction to be stored for future use in medical procedures.
A new facility is to be launched in San Diego that will allow stem cells extracted through liposuction to be stored for future use in medical procedures.
Doctors offered liposuction as reward in medical insurance scam, court told
Three doctors accused of using liposuction and plastic surgery to bribe patients into insurance fraud have been arrested.
Three doctors accused of using liposuction and plastic surgery to bribe patients into insurance fraud have been arrested.
Surgeons body warns against lipodissolve
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, which represents many of the plastic surgeons in the US, has issued a warning to prospective patients to avoid lipodissolve, otherwise known as mesotherapy and lipolysis.
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, which represents many of the plastic surgeons in the US, has issued a warning to prospective patients to avoid lipodissolve, otherwise known as mesotherapy and lipolysis.
Skin Activating Liposuction
A Beverly Hills plastic surgeon claims that he has pioneered a novel approach to treating loose skin resulting from liposuction.
A Beverly Hills plastic surgeon claims that he has pioneered a novel approach to treating loose skin resulting from liposuction.
Surgeons warn against use of liposuction fat for breast augmentation
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) have issued a warning against a new procedure whereby a patient's fat is removed by liposuction and then used to enhance the patient's breasts.
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) have issued a warning against a new procedure whereby a patient's fat is removed by liposuction and then used to enhance the patient's breasts.
Woman weighing 54 kilos dies after liposuction
A 21 year old woman who died in a Dutch hospital after undergoing liposuction weighed just 54 kilograms, raising questions about her need for such surgery.
A 21 year old woman who died in a Dutch hospital after undergoing liposuction weighed just 54 kilograms, raising questions about her need for such surgery.
Woman in fatal liposuction case asks for charges to be dismissed
A Brazilian woman charged with her ex-husband after the death of a patient undergoing liposuction has asked for the charges against her to be dropped. The woman claims that she did not assist in the fatal procedure and was not even in the room when it was performed.
A Brazilian woman charged with her ex-husband after the death of a patient undergoing liposuction has asked for the charges against her to be dropped. The woman claims that she did not assist in the fatal procedure and was not even in the room when it was performed.
Liposuction not suitable for childhood obesity - ASPS
Following media stories of obese teenagers seeking and undergoing liposuction, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons has issued a warning that liposuction and tummy tucks are inappropriate ways for children and teenagers to lose weight.
Following media stories of obese teenagers seeking and undergoing liposuction, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons has issued a warning that liposuction and tummy tucks are inappropriate ways for children and teenagers to lose weight.
Liposuction leaves woman without one buttock
A German belly dancer was awarded compensation of 17,500 Euros (USD$23,300) after her plastic surgeon accidentally removed one of her buttocks in a botched liposuction procedure.
A German belly dancer was awarded compensation of 17,500 Euros (USD$23,300) after her plastic surgeon accidentally removed one of her buttocks in a botched liposuction procedure.
Liposuction and tummy tuck lead to disastrous result for woman patient
A New Zealand woman who claims to have been disfigured as the result of liposuction and plastic surgery says that she wants her case to serve as a warning to others.
A New Zealand woman who claims to have been disfigured as the result of liposuction and plastic surgery says that she wants her case to serve as a warning to others.
Liposuctioned Fat a rich source of stem cells
Human fat removed through liposuction may not be a waste product and is actually a rich source of stem cells that can be used in medical procedures, according to Norwegian scientists.
Human fat removed through liposuction may not be a waste product and is actually a rich source of stem cells that can be used in medical procedures, according to Norwegian scientists.
New survey reveals most women unhappy with their body
A UK survey of 25,000 men and women reveals that half of the women are unhappy with their body shape and would consider plastic surgery such as liposuction to improve it.
A UK survey of 25,000 men and women reveals that half of the women are unhappy with their body shape and would consider plastic surgery such as liposuction to improve it.
Liposuctioned fat cells used to grow breast implants
Women in Europe may soon be able to use fat cells taken from their body by liposuction to grow tissue to be used as breast implants.
Women in Europe may soon be able to use fat cells taken from their body by liposuction to grow tissue to be used as breast implants.
Woman sues doctor for performing liposuction while pregnant
A woman in Utah who underwent liposuction while pregnant has filed a lawsuit against her cosmetic surgeon.
A woman in Utah who underwent liposuction while pregnant has filed a lawsuit against her cosmetic surgeon.
Liposuction leads to second flesh eating bug victim
As news emerges of a lawsuit filed by a woman against her doctor in Canada for a liposuction procedure that she alleges led to infection with a flesh eating bug, a Florida woman is alleging that she too, was a victim of the disease after undergoing liposuction.
As news emerges of a lawsuit filed by a woman against her doctor in Canada for a liposuction procedure that she alleges led to infection with a flesh eating bug, a Florida woman is alleging that she too, was a victim of the disease after undergoing liposuction.
Patient Claims Liposuction lead to flesh eating bug
A woman who underwent liposuction claims in a lawsuit that she became infected with a flesh eating bacteria that left her looking "like the victim of a shark attack".
A woman who underwent liposuction claims in a lawsuit that she became infected with a flesh eating bacteria that left her looking "like the victim of a shark attack".
Black women seeking breast reduction turn to liposuction
Black women seeking a breast reduction are finding that having the procedure conducted by liposuction instead of the traditional method have reduced scarring after the procedure.
Black women seeking a breast reduction are finding that having the procedure conducted by liposuction instead of the traditional method have reduced scarring after the procedure.
Liposuction used to generate stem cells
Spanish surgeons are claiming a world first in using liposuction to extract stem cells for a patient's treatment.
Spanish surgeons are claiming a world first in using liposuction to extract stem cells for a patient's treatment.
Scarring from plastic surgery to decrease with live tissue bonding
Scarring resulting from plastic surgery is set to decline dramatically as a result of the development of new tissue bonding technology from a Ukrainian based company.
Scarring resulting from plastic surgery is set to decline dramatically as a result of the development of new tissue bonding technology from a Ukrainian based company.
Liposuction procedure results in death of Australian woman
A 26 year old Australian woman has died in hospital after undergoing a straightforward liposuction procedure on her thighs and buttocks.
A 26 year old Australian woman has died in hospital after undergoing a straightforward liposuction procedure on her thighs and buttocks.
Liposuction death - Egyptian actress dies in hospital
An Egyptian comedy actress who fell into a coma while undergoing liposuction has died. Suad Nasr, 54, had undergone the procedure at a private clinic in Cairo, Egypt, but complications arose and she fell into a coma during the procedure.
An Egyptian comedy actress who fell into a coma while undergoing liposuction has died. Suad Nasr, 54, had undergone the procedure at a private clinic in Cairo, Egypt, but complications arose and she fell into a coma during the procedure.
Smartlipo machine launched by Cynosure
Cynosure, the Massachusetts based medical laser company, has unveiled its smartlipo machine, promising less invasive procedures, shorter recovery times and lower complications than with conventional liposuction.
Cynosure, the Massachusetts based medical laser company, has unveiled its smartlipo machine, promising less invasive procedures, shorter recovery times and lower complications than with conventional liposuction.
Aqua-jet liposuction promises reduced bleeding and quicker recovery
Doctors in Singapore have welcomed the development of new technology that uses tiny high powered jets of water to remove fat in liposuction procedures.
Doctors in Singapore have welcomed the development of new technology that uses tiny high powered jets of water to remove fat in liposuction procedures.
Chilean man makes meatballs from his liposuctioned fat
Chilean "artist" Marco Evaristti has undergone liposuction and used the fat removed to create a dish of meatballs which he served to friends.
Chilean "artist" Marco Evaristti has undergone liposuction and used the fat removed to create a dish of meatballs which he served to friends.
Iraqi woman has 33 pounds of fat removed in surgery
An Iraqi woman suffering from morbid obesity had 15 kilograms (33lbs.) of fat removed from her abdominal cavity in a surgical procedure called a panniclectomy.
An Iraqi woman suffering from morbid obesity had 15 kilograms (33lbs.) of fat removed from her abdominal cavity in a surgical procedure called a panniclectomy.
Micro Liposuction explained
Micro liposuction is a different form of liposuction used by surgeons to target the smaller areas of the body and smaller areas of fat. Micro liposuction is commonly employed in facial liposuction, especially the cheeks, neck, under the chin, and the jowls. When liposuction is performed on other small pockets of fat throughout the body using cannulae, it may also be referred to as micro liposuction. Micro liposuction is a less invasive type of liposuction and is becoming one of the most popular forms of liposuction chosen today.
Micro liposuction is a different form of liposuction used by surgeons to target the smaller areas of the body and smaller areas of fat. Micro liposuction is commonly employed in facial liposuction, especially the cheeks, neck, under the chin, and the jowls. When liposuction is performed on other small pockets of fat throughout the body using cannulae, it may also be referred to as micro liposuction. Micro liposuction is a less invasive type of liposuction and is becoming one of the most popular forms of liposuction chosen today.
A Quick Guide To Liposuction Surgery
Liposuction surgery is a cosmetic surgery that helps remove excessive fat deposits from specific body areas like abdomen, thighs, hips, upper arms, neck, and chin. Liposuction surgery can help a person to get rid of firm areas of fat that do not respond to other weight-loss methods.
Liposuction surgery is a cosmetic surgery that helps remove excessive fat deposits from specific body areas like abdomen, thighs, hips, upper arms, neck, and chin. Liposuction surgery can help a person to get rid of firm areas of fat that do not respond to other weight-loss methods.
Liposuction – The Before And After Story
Liposuction is a procedure that needs a fair amount of preparation – emotional, physical and economical. Adjustments will need to be made before as well as after the surgery.
Liposuction is a procedure that needs a fair amount of preparation – emotional, physical and economical. Adjustments will need to be made before as well as after the surgery.
Liposuction leads to increase in breast size - academic study
Women undergoing liposuction to the waist and hips have discovered a positive side effect to the procedure - increased breast size. A study published by the American Society for Dermatological Surgery reports that 34% of women undergoing liposuction report a significant increase in bra cup size up to one year after the liposuction procedure.
Women undergoing liposuction to the waist and hips have discovered a positive side effect to the procedure - increased breast size. A study published by the American Society for Dermatological Surgery reports that 34% of women undergoing liposuction report a significant increase in bra cup size up to one year after the liposuction procedure.
Viable Liposuction Finance Options
The various liposuction finance offers available to patients include payment via credit cards, bank loans and even specialist lenders. Most health insurance agencies do not cover a liposuction procedure as it is classified as cosmetic surgery.
The various liposuction finance offers available to patients include payment via credit cards, bank loans and even specialist lenders. Most health insurance agencies do not cover a liposuction procedure as it is classified as cosmetic surgery.
Understanding The Liposuction Recovery Process
Advanced liposuction techniques have shortened the liposuction recovery process from weeks to mere days. These techniques have not only made the liposuction recovery process practically painless but also much quicker and safer. Recovery after liposuction depends on various factors like previous medical history, technique used, part of the body undergoing treatment, age and fitness.
Advanced liposuction techniques have shortened the liposuction recovery process from weeks to mere days. These techniques have not only made the liposuction recovery process practically painless but also much quicker and safer. Recovery after liposuction depends on various factors like previous medical history, technique used, part of the body undergoing treatment, age and fitness.
Is Liposuction With A Tummy Tuck A Safe Bet?
A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure used to remove excess skin and tissue in the lower abdomen. The excess skin is most often a result of losing excess weight or multiple pregnancies in case of women. A tummy tuck is also often considered as an alternative to abdominal liposuction and is another way to remove lower abdominal fat.
A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure used to remove excess skin and tissue in the lower abdomen. The excess skin is most often a result of losing excess weight or multiple pregnancies in case of women. A tummy tuck is also often considered as an alternative to abdominal liposuction and is another way to remove lower abdominal fat.
Tumescent liposuction: An end to surgical dangers
Tumescent liposuction is a recent technique in which local anesthesia (lidocaine and epinedhrine) is used instead of general anesthesia or IV sedation. It has resulted in decreased discomfort and bruising, quicker recovery, and less swelling among tumescent liposuction patients.
Tumescent liposuction is a recent technique in which local anesthesia (lidocaine and epinedhrine) is used instead of general anesthesia or IV sedation. It has resulted in decreased discomfort and bruising, quicker recovery, and less swelling among tumescent liposuction patients.
The lowdown on liposuction for men
Liposuction for men is a fairly recent phenomenon. As a form of plastic surgery, liposuction was traditionally considered appropriate mostly for women. However with changing trends this is no longer the case. Today, men are giving equal importance to their appearance and consider a well-sculpted body necessary for success – both personal and professional. As men are realizing the benefits of age erasing and the body-sculpting effects of liposuction through TV talk shows, articles and newspapers, liposuction for men is becoming more and more popular.
Liposuction for men is a fairly recent phenomenon. As a form of plastic surgery, liposuction was traditionally considered appropriate mostly for women. However with changing trends this is no longer the case. Today, men are giving equal importance to their appearance and consider a well-sculpted body necessary for success – both personal and professional. As men are realizing the benefits of age erasing and the body-sculpting effects of liposuction through TV talk shows, articles and newspapers, liposuction for men is becoming more and more popular.
