2211. Corrective Surgery: Do's and Don'ts
June 08, 2008
“Before you decide to have corrective surgery, always try to you make sure that the patient's expectations are realistic,” says Dr. Babak Azizzadeh, a cosmetic surgeon in Beverly Hills, California.
People who have suffered a seriou...
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2212. Meso What?
June 08, 2008
Mesothelioma. Figuring out how to pronounce the word is a lot easier than having to live with it (or die from it). The dictionary breaks it down like this:
Mez - uh - thee - lee - oh - muh
It is a malignant (cancerous) tumor of the lung or the lining of the pleural and abdominal ca...
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2213. Fat Transfer
June 04, 2008
Have you heard of things like injectable fillers to plump up parts of your face? You can now have your own fat transferred from one part of your face to another to smooth out depressions, creases, and wrinkles and give your whole face a youthful new look.
Why Would You Want a Fat Transfer?...
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2214. Post Concussion Syndrome
June 04, 2008
Post concussion syndrome (PCS) is an often misunderstood disorder which affects survivors of mild to moderate brain injury. It consists of a combination of symptoms which can last for months or even years. PCS can include physi...
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2215. "Rejuvenation Dentistry"--The Name of the Game for Aging Boomers!
June 04, 2008
By Judith Sloan-WASHINGTON, DC-Time was, when the "Face Lift" was the iconic symbol of the ultimate makeover. Having skin redraped and tucked around the face was the ideal antidote for the aging face. But now, "Rejuvenation Dentistry" is just as commonplace. In fact, many patients arrive at our offi...
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2216. Is Plastic Surgery the New Fountain of Youth?
June 04, 2008
Have you been considering plastic surgery as a means to counteract the effects of aging on your body? If so, Dr. David R. Broadway, cosmetic surgeon in Boulder, Colorado, can help you discover your own fountain of youth. Many people become discouraged as their bodies begin showing the signs of age. ...
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2217. Silicone Implants Don't Raise Your Risk for Breast Cancer
June 04, 2008
For women considering breast augmentation, it can be a daunting task to research the history, safety and effectiveness of saline and silicone breast implants. And even though the complication rates are low, you still have to prepare yourself for the possibility of side effects. And while you are r...
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2218. Spinal Cord Injury
June 04, 2008
The spinal cord is the pathway that processes impulses from the body to the brain and from the brain to the body. The impulses sent by the spinal cord are different signals our brain sends and receives from our bodies.
Spinal cord injuries (sometimes referred to as "SCIs") are usually caused...
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2219. What to do at the Scene of a Car or Truck Accident
June 04, 2008
If you are ever involved in a car or truck accident, there are some things you must do while at the scene of the accident. The more prepared you are for handling any issues, insurance companies, lawyers and other persons involved, the better off you wil...
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2220. Liposuction Technology
June 04, 2008
The improved safety and effectiveness of liposuction are largely due to newer and better equipment and procedures. It is true of any medical procedure that the better the technology is, the safer and more efficient that procedure becomes for the patient and doctor. Of course the cosmetic surgeon’s s...
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