This month, the FDA issued a statement about a possible link between breast implants and a very rare form of cancer. It is important to note that this is not breast cancer, but a rare form of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, so rare, in fact, that it was not discovered until 1985. The cancer is called anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), and it affects immune system cells, not breast tissue cells.
Currently, the FDA has identified about 60 confirmed cases, worldwide, of this cancer in women with breast implants. They are not exactly sure how many cases, because reports in the literature and […]
If you are like a lot of women and considering plastic surgery or cosmetic procedure to look your best for a wedding, it’s important that you get the timing right. After all, most procedures have a recovery period when you will not yet be enjoying your final results. During this period, you may also not be up for the level of activity that the excitement of the nuptials may require, whether you are the bride, a bridesmaid, or a parent of the couple. To get the best results from your procedure and still be in shape to enjoy the festivities, […]
We had looked a few months ago at research showing men focused on women’s breasts more than any other feature when asked to determine attractiveness. One problem with the research, we said, was that it didn’t compare front-posed and back-posed images. Now a new study has rectified that weakness. In a new study published in November, researchers compared the visual fixations of men looking at front and back-posed female figures. The new study confirms again that men focus primarily on the breasts of women in front-posed figures, with several glances down to the midriff region to evaluate the woman’s figure. […]
If you are a man suffering from gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts), you may have welcomed the return of winter. Finally, you can cover up your embarrassing chest with double-layers of clothing and thick sweaters and not think about it for a few months. Now, though, with the lengthening days, the shadow of spring is looming out there.
Why live in fear of the season? Whether you are concerned about playing shirts vs. skins in the park, working outside without a shirt, changing at the gym, or going to the beach, you don’t have to worry any more. Instead, gynecomastia correction can […]
At first glance, breast reduction using liposuction alone seems like a good idea. Traditional breast reduction requires significant incisions in the breast, which ends up leaving long scars on the reduced breasts, whereas liposuction would allow breast reduction with only minimal scarring. The procedure could be performed more quickly and easily than traditional surgery. The procedure would also have lower cost and reduced recovery time. Liposuction is regularly used for male breast (gynecomastia) reduction, so why not for female breast reduction? The main reason why liposuction is not used for breast reduction is the same reason why tummy tuck is […]
This week, members of the Scottish parliament considered a petition by one of their constituents to ban silicone breast implants from use in breast augmentation. The campaign is being kept up by a woman who had a breast augmentation in 1985, an operation she claims caused her to suffer a wide array of health problems, which led to 14 subsequent surgeries. The Scottish parliament is considering the petition seriously, which included requesting a report from the parliament’s information centre.
The report read in part, “The risks posed by silicone gel implants have been investigated three times at the request of the […]
Army doctors regularly perform abdominoplasty procedures for military personnel. In most cases, the procedure is used to help women whose abdominal muscles and skin have been stretched as a result of pregnancy. However, abdominoplasty is also used by soldiers who lost a lot of weight prior to entering the service.
If you are a service member considering getting an abdominoplasty or other elective procedure, you may be wondering whether to use a military doctor or go off-base for your procedure. The advantages of working with a military doctor are:
You are guaranteed leave time and light duty to allow for recovery
The procedure […]
The Australian healthcare system is different from that in the US, with a single-payer system (called Medicare) designed to provide affordable or even free medical care to every resident. And this includes breast augmentation, in some cases. There are relatively few claims for Medicare-reimbursed breast augmentation, but the numbers are growing. There were 361 claims between July 2009 and September 2010, which represents an increase of 50% over the past five years.
The clinical indications for the surgeries actually included breast reconstruction, but also included claims for breast augmentation due to asymmetry. The number of claims is far too small, according […]
Although some procedures, like breast augmentation and tummy tuck, have grown significantly in popularity since 2000, others, like the face lift, have seen a significant decline. Facelift popularity dropped by 23% from 2000-2009, even though the overall number of cosmetic procedures has increased by almost 70%. In part, this is due to the increasing popularity of a number of nonsurgical cosmetic treatments, such as BOTOX® Cosmetic and Restylane. However, there is not currently any nonsurgical cosmetic procedure capable of doing what a facelift does, and it is unlikely that there ever will be one, which means that a facelift will […]
Plastic surgery can be a great way for men and women to turn back the clock and look years younger. But plastic surgery is not for everyone, and it should be closer to your last option than your first choice for improving your appearance. If you are unhappy with your appearance, the first thing you should do is try these techniques for improving your appearance without surgery. Some things to try include:
An advanced skin care program
A healthy exercise regimen that includes toning exercises
Eating a balanced diet
Quitting smoking
Reducing your sun exposure
Doing an honest assessment of your wardrobe and makeup
For some people, […]
