Monthly Archives: November 2011
A new study compared therapies for treating precancerous skin growths and found the effectiveness of laser surgery, according to the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. In cases where radiation therapy or excision surgery are not possible, your plastic surgeon may … Continue reading
A new scanner for the skin can help plastic surgeons in detecting melanoma , according to WebMD. The device, called MelaFind, helps doctors in detecting melanoma and judging whether a biopsy may be necessary. The MelaFind works by scanning the … Continue reading
To avoid patient complications worldwide, many plastic surgeons are backing standards for safe cosmetic surgery, according to International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Because some patients choose to go overseas for surgeries that may be cheaper, plastic surgeons in the … Continue reading
Plastic surgeons are discussing the possible benefits of a new procedure called the vampire face lift, according to businessweek.com. Patients who choose to undergo vampire face lifts may do so to combat signs of aging on the face. Even with … Continue reading
