Monthly Archives: November 2010

While many people spend more time indoors during the cool, darker winter months, this chilly time may also be an opportunity to visit a surgeon’s office. In a recent New York Times story, several dermatologists suggest that many patients should … Continue reading

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Following breast cancer treatment and a possible mastectomy, patients have many continued treatment options moving forward. If the patient has undergone a partial or full mastectomy, she may choose to undergo breast reconstruction and make the decision to have breast … Continue reading

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Many plastic surgeons have adopted computer imaging for use in their patient consultations. These high tech systems can be helpful tools for managing patient expectations before rhinoplasty or breast augmentation. But are they perfectly accurate? But can patients expect 3D … Continue reading

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While many individuals may immediately celebrate recent weight loss with a new bikini and a trip to the Bahamas, others will have to deal with the unintended side effects of such a change—excess skin. For those patients who have lost … Continue reading

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Allergan Inc was scheduled to begin clinical trials of bimatoprost solution last month, testing new formulations as a potential hair loss treatment. Bimatoprost, is the growth-stimulating ingredient in the popular eyelash medication Latisse. According to the website clinicaltrials.gov, the trial … Continue reading

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