In the emergency room, the role of a plastic surgeon is becoming increasingly important, according to a new study out of Istanbul, Turkey. To analyze the role of plastic surgery, the authors looked back on over 10,000 patients who had been admitted for emergency plastic surgery at a single Hospital. Factors such as patient age, …
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Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery: C. Bob Basu, MD Blog
Two women with different problems, both related to their breasts, were recently featured on TODAY. Erica wanted to undergo a breast augmentation, while Jeanne was prepared for a breast reduction to help improve her body proportion and relieve discomfort. Both women appeared on TODAY show about 2 weeks after surgery. “I saw my stomach for …
Read MoreDr. Basu recently answered a question on realself.com about the recent news of ALCL risk with breast implants. His answer said the following: Earlier today, the FDA released a safety document on a possible association between breast implants (saline and silicone) and a very rare form of lymphoma – anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). While …
Read MoreAs injectable wrinkle treatments and lip, cheek and chin augmentation procedures have increased in popularity over the past two decades, facial filler manufacturers have flooded the U.S. market with injectable products made of collagen, hyaluronic acid gel and a number of other substances. Today, are so many filler options available to consumers that it’s a …
Read MoreFor teens who endure bullying because of their looks, parents, educators and experts are often at a loss as to the best way to handle the issue. However a recent report on Good Morning America suggests that a small but growing number of teens (and their parents) are turning to plastic surgery as a solution …
Read MoreThe Texas legislature has introduced a bill to be entitled an act that, if passed into law, will ensure that patients are informed about their options in reconstructive breast surgery. With the amendment of section 311.004, the health and safety code in the State of Texas would include requirements to notify patients undergoing certain breast …
Read MoreThere is no such thing as a “liposuction alternative” because no other fat removal procedure to-date can provide the long-lasting body contouring results that liposuction can. However, as a recent article featured in the Cosmetic Surgery Times suggests, advances in non-invasive devices that use ultrasound and cryolipolysis (fat-freezing) technology are showing promise for mild to …
Read MoreIn addition to facial fat and collagen depletion that cause the face to wrinkle and sag as we age, a recent study conducted by team of plastic surgeons found that bone loss and recession that occurs over time also contributes to facial aging. This “milestone” study, according to American Society of Plastic Surgeons President Dr. …
Read MoreAccording to a press release from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), plastic surgeons predict that non-invasive body shaping and surgical facial rejuvenation treatments will be among the most popular cosmetic procedures in 2011. Weight loss, aging breast implants and the never-ending quest for the perfect posterior are also anticipated to motivate more …
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