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The Return of the Cosmetic Surgery Business
The cosmetic-surgery industry, which is worth up to about $20 billion, took a major hit last fall. But it started to make a return during the spring, as incited by surgeons' discounted rates and a feeling that the economy is recovering.
The cosmetic-surgery industry, which is worth up to about $20 billion, took a major hit last fall. But it started to make a return during the spring, as incited by surgeons' discounted rates and a feeling that the economy is recovering.
Plastic Surgery Beneath the Veil
One might ask whether Islam does not approve of rhinoplasties, chemical peels, or breast implants. Sheik Mohammed al-Nujaimi is one of the clergymen who has the answers, and women of Saudi Arabia gather to him to ask for guidance on having plastic surgery. The results might not become well known in a nation where women hide themselves from head to their toes, and still cosmetic surgery procedures are flourishing.
One might ask whether Islam does not approve of rhinoplasties, chemical peels, or breast implants. Sheik Mohammed al-Nujaimi is one of the clergymen who has the answers, and women of Saudi Arabia gather to him to ask for guidance on having plastic surgery. The results might not become well known in a nation where women hide themselves from head to their toes, and still cosmetic surgery procedures are flourishing.
Recession Causes Cosmetic Surgeries To Flop
The economic crisis is affecting the industry of cosmetic surgery as banks discontinue handing out loans to those who would like to have surgery. It was reported that there has been a significant decrease in surgical operations in the last 6 months, with women who are below 30 years of age being denied the credit needed for the procedure.
The economic crisis is affecting the industry of cosmetic surgery as banks discontinue handing out loans to those who would like to have surgery. It was reported that there has been a significant decrease in surgical operations in the last 6 months, with women who are below 30 years of age being denied the credit needed for the procedure.
NHS Queues Being Avoided by Surgery 'Tourists'
A poll has disclosed that 40% of Brits going abroad to undergo surgical procedures do so in order to stay away from the waiting lists of NHS at home. It was the topmost reason for searching treatment, together with eye laser surgical operations and dentistry, whereas 30% went abroad because the surgery was cheaper.
A poll has disclosed that 40% of Brits going abroad to undergo surgical procedures do so in order to stay away from the waiting lists of NHS at home. It was the topmost reason for searching treatment, together with eye laser surgical operations and dentistry, whereas 30% went abroad because the surgery was cheaper.
Patients Ignorant of Treatment Choices for Breast Reconstruction Procedures
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported that patients who underwent breast reconstruction are usually unaware about the treatment alternatives that they have and, because of this, can suffer from mental and emotional pain.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported that patients who underwent breast reconstruction are usually unaware about the treatment alternatives that they have and, because of this, can suffer from mental and emotional pain.
College Students in Korea Are Looking to Undergo Cosmetic Surgery
Twenty-year-old student Kim Yoo-mi is busier during her summer break than she was during school. She is working every single minute of her vacation toward her very first rhinoplasty.
Twenty-year-old student Kim Yoo-mi is busier during her summer break than she was during school. She is working every single minute of her vacation toward her very first rhinoplasty.
Iraq’s Fresh Face of Plastic Surgery
Once, the reconstructive surgeons of Baghdad were rushed away trying to fix the awful deformities brought by war. Nowadays, they are just as likely to see themselves dedicating their time performing Botox treatments or carrying out rhinoplasties, as the people from Iraq capitalize on the soother environment to improve their appearances.
Once, the reconstructive surgeons of Baghdad were rushed away trying to fix the awful deformities brought by war. Nowadays, they are just as likely to see themselves dedicating their time performing Botox treatments or carrying out rhinoplasties, as the people from Iraq capitalize on the soother environment to improve their appearances.
Picture Your Before-and-After Nip and Tuck in 3-D
The main theme of plastic surgery trade shows is to sell to surgeons the most recent products and services that can draw in new patients. Since it is known that there is a huge customer demand for before-and-after photos during a plastic surgical procedure, it is just right that the trade show floors have companies recommending “computer morphing” to illustrate the before and after results.
The main theme of plastic surgery trade shows is to sell to surgeons the most recent products and services that can draw in new patients. Since it is known that there is a huge customer demand for before-and-after photos during a plastic surgical procedure, it is just right that the trade show floors have companies recommending “computer morphing” to illustrate the before and after results.
Surgery Not Just Carried Out for Aesthetic Goals
Even though a surgeon is asked to perform a number of cosmetic surgical operations to maintain the ability set in his or her specialization, this, alone, does not convey the story of the plastic surgeons in the 59th Surgical Specialties Squadron's Plastic Surgery Flight.
Even though a surgeon is asked to perform a number of cosmetic surgical operations to maintain the ability set in his or her specialization, this, alone, does not convey the story of the plastic surgeons in the 59th Surgical Specialties Squadron's Plastic Surgery Flight.
£23,000 Spent on Cosmetic Surgical Procedures by the Age of 24
More and more young women are going under the knife. However, one might ask what inspires these fresh-faced women to shell out a fortune on causing themselves to look fake.
More and more young women are going under the knife. However, one might ask what inspires these fresh-faced women to shell out a fortune on causing themselves to look fake.
Cautions of Red Flags for Botox Treatments Raised by a Valley Doctor
It was not long ago that reports circled over the Internet giving warnings about Botox and "Do-it-yourself" Botox kits that are probably fake and being marketed on eBay. These items are no longer available over the Internet, but local physicians alert that, for safety reasons, anything that states "Do-it-yourself" should be avoided by everyone.
It was not long ago that reports circled over the Internet giving warnings about Botox and "Do-it-yourself" Botox kits that are probably fake and being marketed on eBay. These items are no longer available over the Internet, but local physicians alert that, for safety reasons, anything that states "Do-it-yourself" should be avoided by everyone.
Plastic Surgery Lifts Make Use of Excess Body Fats
There are women who illustrate this process as a perfect one: remove the excess fat tissues from one part of your body, and then place it to another part of your body that needs a lift. Megan Owen, a mother of a 5-year old daughter, says that motherhood has resulted in her body to become a little stretched.
There are women who illustrate this process as a perfect one: remove the excess fat tissues from one part of your body, and then place it to another part of your body that needs a lift. Megan Owen, a mother of a 5-year old daughter, says that motherhood has resulted in her body to become a little stretched.
Want a Breast Surgery? Beware of the Surgeon
If you are you planning on having a boob job or liposuction procedure, be sure that you go to a certified surgeon. Each year, over 500,000 Canadians look for cosmetic improvements, and studies report that just 25% of them have done their research in advance.
If you are you planning on having a boob job or liposuction procedure, be sure that you go to a certified surgeon. Each year, over 500,000 Canadians look for cosmetic improvements, and studies report that just 25% of them have done their research in advance.
Plastic Surgical Operation Assists Woman Burned in Iraq
Reconstructive surgery is a routine thing for Dr. Hashim Alani, a plastic surgeon from Providence. However, from time to time, he is able to repair more than the body of a patient.
Reconstructive surgery is a routine thing for Dr. Hashim Alani, a plastic surgeon from Providence. However, from time to time, he is able to repair more than the body of a patient.
The First Recipient of a Face Transplant in US Revealed
Connie Culp, the first recipient in US of an almost a total face transplant, revealed the results of her surgical operation that fixed the key features after she was shot by her husband in 2004. After a shotgun blast in 2004, Culp, 46 years of age and from Ohio, was left without a nose, a palate or lower eyelids.
Connie Culp, the first recipient in US of an almost a total face transplant, revealed the results of her surgical operation that fixed the key features after she was shot by her husband in 2004. After a shotgun blast in 2004, Culp, 46 years of age and from Ohio, was left without a nose, a palate or lower eyelids.
The Changing Human Face
Cosmetic surgical procedures have undergone a serious makeover in merely a decade. This once glamorous operation reserved for the well-to-do-with-nothing-to-do has become more particularized and available.
Cosmetic surgical procedures have undergone a serious makeover in merely a decade. This once glamorous operation reserved for the well-to-do-with-nothing-to-do has become more particularized and available.
Badly Affected by the Economy, Surgeons Look for Hope in New Products
Even though they can fix sagging breasts and fix up the thighs, US plastic surgeons acknowledged that they feel helpless with the slumping economy. Nevertheless, along with the Dow, as a result of the first competitor to Botox being approved last week and the prospect of possible ground-breaking new treatments, such as stem cell injections and a cream that can get rid of undesirable facial lines, hope in surgical business is rising.
Even though they can fix sagging breasts and fix up the thighs, US plastic surgeons acknowledged that they feel helpless with the slumping economy. Nevertheless, along with the Dow, as a result of the first competitor to Botox being approved last week and the prospect of possible ground-breaking new treatments, such as stem cell injections and a cream that can get rid of undesirable facial lines, hope in surgical business is rising.
The Latest Recession Victim: Plastic Surgery
Optional cosmetic surgical operations, such as cosmetic plastic and refractive eye surgery, have been put on the back burner by some people due to the slow-moving economy. However, it does not mean that they are not concerned anymore of their physical appearance.
Optional cosmetic surgical operations, such as cosmetic plastic and refractive eye surgery, have been put on the back burner by some people due to the slow-moving economy. However, it does not mean that they are not concerned anymore of their physical appearance.
Plastic Surgery: Is It a Form of Art?
For hundreds of years, stone and wood have been used by sculptors when carving the human body. However, Dr. Anthony Berlet, who is a curator of an exhibition in New York, opts to use the real thing. This New York exhibition seeks to set off a debate over the notion that cosmetic surgery is a form of art.
For hundreds of years, stone and wood have been used by sculptors when carving the human body. However, Dr. Anthony Berlet, who is a curator of an exhibition in New York, opts to use the real thing. This New York exhibition seeks to set off a debate over the notion that cosmetic surgery is a form of art.
Germany to ban cosmetic surgery on children
In a move that has been criticized by professional surgical bodies, German lawmakers are proposing a ban on plastic surgery for children and adolescents.
In a move that has been criticized by professional surgical bodies, German lawmakers are proposing a ban on plastic surgery for children and adolescents.
36 Ontario cosmetic surgeons placed under review
Following yesterday's meeting of Ontario's medical regulatory agency, 36 "cosmetic surgeons" in Ontario have been put under review.
Following yesterday's meeting of Ontario's medical regulatory agency, 36 "cosmetic surgeons" in Ontario have been put under review.
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.
25% of Australian teenage girls want plastic surgery
A quarter of teenage girls in Australia would get plastic surgery if they could, according to a new survey.
A quarter of teenage girls in Australia would get plastic surgery if they could, according to a new survey.
Increase in DIY plastic surgery by patients with body dysmorphic disorder
A leading psychologist has reported to a conference that some patients in the UK are so unhappy with their appearance that they have glued back their ears, tried to iron the wrinkles off their face and cut open their stomachs in order to perform a DIY tummy-tuck.
A leading psychologist has reported to a conference that some patients in the UK are so unhappy with their appearance that they have glued back their ears, tried to iron the wrinkles off their face and cut open their stomachs in order to perform a DIY tummy-tuck.
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.
Survey: 37% of Arab girls would consider plastic surgery
A survey by cosmetics manufacturer Dover reveals that 37% of Arab girls aged between 15 and 17 would consider having plastic surgery.
A survey by cosmetics manufacturer Dover reveals that 37% of Arab girls aged between 15 and 17 would consider having plastic surgery.
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.
Indian Army personnel clamour for free plastic surgery
Such is the demand for free plastic surgery from Indian Army officers and their wives that the Army's Southern Command Hospital is to introduce a dedicated aesthetic surgery division within the next two months.
Such is the demand for free plastic surgery from Indian Army officers and their wives that the Army's Southern Command Hospital is to introduce a dedicated aesthetic surgery division within the next two months.
Spanish plastic surgery show draws fire
A Spanish TV show that offers its participants free plastic surgery has drawn criticism from consumer groups in the country.
A Spanish TV show that offers its participants free plastic surgery has drawn criticism from consumer groups in the country.
Australia cracks down on "before and after" photos and Botox parties
Plastic surgery clinics may be banned from showing "before and after photos" of patients under depending on the report by a taskforce setup by the State government of New South Wales in Australia.
Plastic surgery clinics may be banned from showing "before and after photos" of patients under depending on the report by a taskforce setup by the State government of New South Wales in Australia.
Approval of Cosmetic Surgery at all time high in America
Figures released by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery show that the public's attitude towards plastic and cosmetic surgery is at an all time high.
Figures released by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery show that the public's attitude towards plastic and cosmetic surgery is at an all time high.
Chinese switching to Asian influenced plastic surgery styles
The growing affluence of China's middle class, combined with increasing sophistication and experience of plastic surgery, is influencing a trend towards surgical procedures that emphasise Asian beauty features.
The growing affluence of China's middle class, combined with increasing sophistication and experience of plastic surgery, is influencing a trend towards surgical procedures that emphasise Asian beauty features.
NZ Plastic Surgeons call for regulations
Plastic Surgeons in New Zealand are urging the Medical Council to take a stronger stance to clamp down on what they say are "dangerous operators" in the cosmetic surgery industry.
Plastic Surgeons in New Zealand are urging the Medical Council to take a stronger stance to clamp down on what they say are "dangerous operators" in the cosmetic surgery industry.
Spanish spend 800 million on plastic surgery
The Spanish spent €800 million last year on cosmetic surgery, undergoing 400,000 operations, according to figures released by the Spanish Plastic Surgery Association.
The Spanish spent €800 million last year on cosmetic surgery, undergoing 400,000 operations, according to figures released by the Spanish Plastic Surgery Association.
Cosmetic surgery advertising code comes under fire
A new advertising code drawn together by the Australian cosmetic surgery industry has drawn fire from health officials in the country, who say that some of these cosmetic surgeons themselves are often to blame for misleading patients.
A new advertising code drawn together by the Australian cosmetic surgery industry has drawn fire from health officials in the country, who say that some of these cosmetic surgeons themselves are often to blame for misleading patients.
Plastic surgery group criticised for finance package
A UK plastic surgery clinic has attracted criticism because of its decision to offer interest free loans to prospective patients to pay for their surgery.
A UK plastic surgery clinic has attracted criticism because of its decision to offer interest free loans to prospective patients to pay for their surgery.
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.
South Koreans get tax credit for plastic surgery
At the same time that a US politician is calling for plastic surgery in Minnesota to be taxed, South Korean officials today announced that citizens will be granted a tax credit for the cost of plastic and cosmetic surgery.
At the same time that a US politician is calling for plastic surgery in Minnesota to be taxed, South Korean officials today announced that citizens will be granted a tax credit for the cost of plastic and cosmetic surgery.
U.S. politician calls for tax on plastic surgery
A Minnesota State Representative has called for a 6.5% sales tax to be applied to plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments such as Botox and collagen injections.
A Minnesota State Representative has called for a 6.5% sales tax to be applied to plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments such as Botox and collagen injections.
Two women die in plastic surgery clinic in one week
Two women attending the same plastic surgery clinic in Spain have died within a week of each other. The clinic, Clinica Evangelica, is Barcelona, Spain's second largest city, has opened an investigation into the separate deaths.
Two women attending the same plastic surgery clinic in Spain have died within a week of each other. The clinic, Clinica Evangelica, is Barcelona, Spain's second largest city, has opened an investigation into the separate deaths.
Spain includes plastic surgery in inflation calculator
Plastic surgery has become such an everyday experience for Spaniards that the Spanish Institute of Statistics has added it to the basket of goods and services used to calculate the rate of inflation in the country.
Plastic surgery has become such an everyday experience for Spaniards that the Spanish Institute of Statistics has added it to the basket of goods and services used to calculate the rate of inflation in the country.
Anna Nicole Smith's death linked to recent breast implant surgery
A number of news sources in the United States are suggesting links between the recent death of Anna Nicole Smith, and recent plastic surgery that she underwent to repair one of her breast implants.
A number of news sources in the United States are suggesting links between the recent death of Anna Nicole Smith, and recent plastic surgery that she underwent to repair one of her breast implants.
Israel tightens plastic surgery regulations
In a bid to improve patient safety and restore profitability to the sector, Israel has introduced tight restrictions on the procedures that can be carried out by plastic surgeons and on who may legally represent themselves as a plastic surgeon.
In a bid to improve patient safety and restore profitability to the sector, Israel has introduced tight restrictions on the procedures that can be carried out by plastic surgeons and on who may legally represent themselves as a plastic surgeon.
Christian TV Preacher says plastic surgery makes people look "Oriental"
Fundamental Christian Preacher and TV host Pat Robertson has made yet another ethnic gaffe as well as offending people contemplating plastic surgery by saying that it makes them look "like they're Oriental".
Fundamental Christian Preacher and TV host Pat Robertson has made yet another ethnic gaffe as well as offending people contemplating plastic surgery by saying that it makes them look "like they're Oriental".
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.
Model Tyra Banks speaks out in favor of plastic surgery
Supermodel Tyra Banks has hit out at models who criticize plastic surgery, and said that while she wouldn't undergo plastic surgery herself, it should be available to people who want it.
Supermodel Tyra Banks has hit out at models who criticize plastic surgery, and said that while she wouldn't undergo plastic surgery herself, it should be available to people who want it.
Wife No. 2 has plastic surgery to resemble wife No. 1
A Chinese man who lost his first wife in a car crash has persuaded his second wife to undergo plastic surgery, so that she will resemble the first wife more closely.
A Chinese man who lost his first wife in a car crash has persuaded his second wife to undergo plastic surgery, so that she will resemble the first wife more closely.
Plastic Surgery - One in three women would do it - survey
A new survey reveals that one in three women would consider plastic surgery, saying that they were favourably disposed to the idea of having surgery to correct defects or to improve their looks.
A new survey reveals that one in three women would consider plastic surgery, saying that they were favourably disposed to the idea of having surgery to correct defects or to improve their looks.
Modiface allows online before and after photos, before plastic surgery
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a novel online application that allows people to upload a photo of their face and see the before and after effects of plastic surgery.
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a novel online application that allows people to upload a photo of their face and see the before and after effects of plastic surgery.
Attorney dies after plastic surgery
A prominent attorney, Kimberley Taylor died of complications following plastic surgery, it has been reported. The 53 year old woman, well known in legal circles in Tucson, Arizona, had undergone a combined face lift and tummy tuck on December 28th, but complications soon arose.
A prominent attorney, Kimberley Taylor died of complications following plastic surgery, it has been reported. The 53 year old woman, well known in legal circles in Tucson, Arizona, had undergone a combined face lift and tummy tuck on December 28th, but complications soon arose.
