1671. Breast Augmentation and Scarring
December 15, 2008
If you’re considering breast augmentation, you’re not alone. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation was the second most popular cosmetic surgery in 2007, with 399,400 procedures done. That...
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1672. What is the Difference Between LASIK and Custom LASIK?
December 15, 2008
Glad you asked! Most people just see the work “LASIK” and assume they are the same procedure. There are differences, though, and they are important to be aware of if you’re considering laser vision correction.
Let’s start with a bit of vocabulary. LASIK is an acronym for laser-assisted in si...
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1673. Tips on Preparing for and Recovering from LASIK Surgery
December 15, 2008
How exciting! You have decided to have LASIK surgery so you can throw away those horrible old, thick, heavy glasses! Of course, you have already found a qualified ophthalmologist who is experienced in performing laser vision correction. The two of you have talked about your vision correction needs a...
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1674. DOT Laser Therapy Makes a Giant Leap for Laser Treatment
December 12, 2008
Laser resurfacing is a tool of cosmetic surgeons that has been perfected over the years. Lasers typically are used to even out imperfections of the skins, such as wrinkles, brown spots and acne scars.
The Trouble with CO2 Lasers
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1675. Beverly Hills Cosmetic Surgery
December 12, 2008
It seems that with each passing year, a new and improved cosmetic surgery procedure has emerged. Men and women of all ages want cuter noses, larger breasts, more pronounced cheeks, poutier lips, smaller butts, tighter abs, and more taut faces.
To compound that pressure, if you live in an ar...
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1676. Do You Have Periodontitis?
December 11, 2008
Did you know that periodontitis, or more commonly referred to as gum disease, affects approximately 80% of those over thirty? While periodontal therapy can treat this disease, if periodontitis is left to its own devices due to a doctor failing to diagnose it or a patient not seeking treatment, it ...
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1677. Some Things about Spinal Cord Injuries
December 11, 2008
Because we’re born moving, we often take motion for granted as much as we do breathing. The fact that we can turn our head, lift our finger, scratch an itch on the back of our leg, or do a myriad of other things doesn’t create much of a stir in our day-to-day existence. It’s not until something happ...
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1678. What is Traumatic Brain Injury?
December 10, 2008
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is a serious injury that can have an impact on every aspect of the victim’s life and even the lives of their loved ones. What’s worse is that a traumatic brain injury can occur with little to no out...
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1679. Porcelain Veneers as an Art and Science
December 10, 2008
Porcelain veneers, also known as dental veneers and dental porcelain laminates, are thin shells made of ceramic that your cosmetic dentist can place on the fronts of your teeth. They are literally as thin as an average contact lens. Once placed, the result is a completely altered and enhanced smile ...
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1680. Child Safety and Unsafe Products
December 10, 2008
Occasionally, news of a product recall issued by a government agency, retailer or manufacturer will remind us that some products are unsafe for children. For the agency responsible for notifying the public, it’s a challenge to en...
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Author: Erich Shrefler
