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Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Local Medford Dentist Reaches Out to Patients Through Online Web Presence
As the popularity of online search continues to rise among people searching for medical care, Erik M. Rollem DDS, PC responds with an intuitive, patient-interactive website.
Medford, OR (PRWEB) August 09, 2011
Medford Cosmetic Dentist, Erik M. Rollem, DDS has announced the launch of a new patient-focused website. The practice recently launched the new website created by dental website design leader, ProSites, Inc. The website includes many interactive features like patient education videos and a Smile Gallery to assist patients in making better informed decisions about their oral health. The website also utilizes extensive search engine optimization techniques to reach patients and local consumers who are searching for relevant information about Family Dentistry in Medford, OR.According to Dr. Rollem, “The internet has made us an 'instant information' based society, so having a website keeps us competitive and easily visible to the community.”
Current and prospective patients now have access to information about providers, educational videos, before and after photos of dental procedures, and other informative content when they visit the website. Some of Dr. Rollem’s services include:
Cosmetic Dentistry
Family Dentistry
Emergency Dentistry
Dr. Rollem is also utilizing his website to educate the community on the importance of oral health. The website includes a links page with informative resources as well as a frequently asked questions page with topics ranging from oral hygiene to dental procedures.
“Existing patients can share testimonials of their experiences, while new patients can get an understanding of the type of service and care they can expect,” Added Dr. Rollem.
About Erik M. Rollem DDS, PC:
Erik M. Rollem DDS, PC is a family and cosmetic dentistry practice dedicated to serving the residents of Medford, OR, as well as the surrounding areas of Eagle Point, Ashland, Central Point, and Gold Hill. Dr. Rollem and his dental staff provide the highest level of care and expertise in everything from teeth cleanings to specialized procedures including laser teeth whitening and veneers.
For more information, please visit their website erikrollemdds.com.
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Erik M. Rollem DDS
Erik M. Rollem DDS, PC
(541) 773-3756
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Consumers Urged to Seek Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons in Nashville
Dr. Jack Fisher, a board-certified plastic surgeon, warns that physicians without specialized surgical training can market themselves as "cosmetic surgeons,” and that consumers may be unaware of the consequences of not choosing board-certified plastic surgeons in Nashville.
Nashville, TN (PRWEB) August 10, 2011
Dr. Jack Fisher, a board-certified plastic surgeon cautions that licensed physicians without specialized surgical training can market themselves as cosmetic surgeons, potentially misleading patients seeking qualified plastic surgeons in Nashville."According to a recent analysis, the term 'plastic surgery' was searched on Google over 2.7 million times around the world in just one month," says Dr. Fischer. "Clearly, an increasing number of people are considering plastic surgery, and I’m concerned that in their focus on achieving their cosmetic visions, they don’t realize just how essential it is to find a board-certified plastic surgeon."
Consumers often assume that if a doctor is licensed to practice medicine, that physician is trained in various specializations, such as plastic surgery, according to Dr. Fisher. However, to achieve the best results, he recommends checking to make sure that the physician is board-certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Dr. Fisher is a distinguished member of the ABPS as well as a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
"For example, suppose you are considering having breast augmentation in Nashville," says Dr. Fisher. "You might do an online search for a surgeon who offers breast enhancements. My concern: a physician can describe himself as a specialist in cosmetic surgery and breast enhancement without possessing the credentials and training needed to achieve the results you desire. As a result, you may be misled into thinking that physician is fully qualified."
As an example of what can result from such situations, Dr. Fisher frequently sees patients from other practices who have developed complications with their breast implants in Nashville. In many cases, these women chose a surgeon who lacked the experience and training required for board certification. Disappointed in their results, these women then consult Dr. Fisher for breast augmentation revision.
"I recognize that most women do not want to think about breast implant revision when they are looking forward to the results from breast augmentation," says Dr. Fisher. "However, if they do not take the time needed to investigate potential surgeons to ascertain their board-certification in plastic surgery, they risk experiencing dissatisfaction with their initial surgical results, including complications."
Dr. Jack Fisher (http://www.drjackfisher.com/) is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast enhancement, body contouring, and facial enhancement, as well as non-surgical skin care treatments. Throughout the country, Dr. Fisher is a well-known and respected surgeon. He has been invited to speak at a number of surgical conferences throughout the world, particularly on breast and aesthetic surgery. He is also an Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the prestigious Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Dr. Fisher received his medical degree from the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, completed his internships and residencies in general surgery at George Washington University Medical Center and his plastic surgery residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospital. Following his residency, he was on staff at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, from 1981 to 1986 as attending plastic surgeon.
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Michelle Harper
Dr. Jack Fisher
615-329-4227
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Monday, August 15, 2011
Breast Augmentation Most Common Procedure at Charleston Plastic Surgery Practice
More than 318,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed in 2010, making it the most performed surgical cosmetic procedure. The latest study from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) also finds that 62% of patients chose silicone breast implants. Charleston plastic surgeon Dr. Ram Kalus says these statistics are also reflected in the procedures he performs at his practice. “Breast augmentation is definitely the most common single procedure I now perform in my practice. We tend to see two populations of women: young women in their early twenties prior to having children, and women in the mid to late thirties after one or more pregnancies who may also need a lift procedure to correct sagging.”
Charleston, SC (PRWEB) August 11, 2011
With more than 9.3 million cosmetic procedures performed in 2010, the latest study from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) finds that breast augmentation was the most popular surgical procedure. According to the same study, nearly 200,000 of the 318,000 breast augmentation procedure performed used silicone breast implants instead of saline implants. At his Charleston plastic surgery practice, Dr. Ram Kalus says his patients prefer silicone breast implants to saline at roughly the same rate. “I tell my patients that as a rule they can expect an equally pretty visual result if we use saline-filled or silicone-filled implants. The decision by the vast majority of my patients to opt for silicone over saline gets made when they hold each implant in their hands. The silicone implants simply feel more like a natural breast. The saline implant is a bit firmer and detectable to the hand.”While speculation concerning the safety of silicone breast implants surfaced in the mid-90s, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration confirmed the safety and overall effectiveness of silicone implants after a 14-year period of extensive research. Dr. Kalus says in addition to addressing the safety concerns, the latest advancements in silicone gel also provide an improved aesthetic appearance and more natural feel. However, he adds that when performing breast augmentation in Charleston, each surgery is unique and requires an individualized approach to ensure the patient’s cosmetic enhancement expectations are met.
According to the same study from ASAPS, a majority of the U. S. population now approves of cosmetic enhancement. As popularity continues to grow, Dr. Kalus says he expects breast augmentation with silicone implants to remain one of the most popular forms of aesthetic enhancement. “I think there are a couple of reasons for the popularity of the procedure. First, after the FDA conclusion and announcement that silicone implants are entirely safe, women feel more confident and secure about seeking breast enhancement. Secondly, I try to achieve a very natural result which usually entails the use of smaller implant sizes than women are used to or expect.”
About Ram Kalus, MD, FACS
Dr. Ram Kalus earned his medical degree from Boston University. He then completed his plastic surgery residency and several plastic surgery fellowships, and was certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 1992. Dr. Kalus is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas is located at 578 Lone Tree Drive, Suite 102 Charleston, SC 29464, and can be reached at (843) 881-3881, or found online at plasticsurgerycarolina.com or facebook.com/plasticsurgerycarolina.
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Aaron Hurst
Rosemont Media for Dr. Ram Kalus
(800) 491-8623
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The ABC's of Asian Blepharoplasty or 'Double Eyelid' Surgery
SOURCE: Dr. Glavas
BOSTON, MA--(Marketwire - Aug 11, 2011) - There is an increased demand from the Asian community for blepharoplasty or 'double eyelid' surgery, a common plastic surgery procedure done to create larger looking eyes. Dr. Ioannis P. Glavas, founder and director of The Glavas Centre for Oculo-Facial Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, has seen the uptick in this procedure skyrocket from his practice alone.
A recent article in the New York Times online states, "According to Health Ministry statistics, cosmetic and plastic surgery ranks fourth in 2009 as the most popular way the Chinese spend discretionary income." Cosmetic procedures are doubling every year in China, which ranks it number three in the list of countries with the most cosmetic procedures performed annually. And, the most common procedure performed is the procedure known as 'double eyelid.'
Double eyelid surgery changes the appearance of the upper lids to either create a fold on the upper eyelids if there is not one, or adjusts the height of the already existing fold to a higher position. People with asymmetric eyelids (one fold higher than the other) look for symmetry.
"Creating a fold or moving it higher gives the eyelid a more pleasing appearance or a more culturally desirable characteristic," notes Dr. Glavas. "Many socioeconomic attributes besides pure vanity or desire for symmetry are associated with this procedure."
The Asian eyelid differs in several areas from the Caucasian eyelid, otherwise known as Western type eyelid, mainly due to the existence of fatty tissue and a connective tissue called tarsus which acts as a framework for the eyelid. The eyelid crease of the upper lid is formed by a muscle that lifts the lid but the muscle cannot create a high fold which defines the Western eyelid due to the fat, and instead creates a flat appearance in the brow.
Additionally, the skin of the eyelid comes in front of the eye in the area close to the nose and creates a fold that is known as the epicanthal fold, making the eye look smaller and it also pushes the eyelashes down, accentuating the effect.
Over time surgeons have utilized many different methods with varying degrees of success to create the fold by attaching the skin to the deeper tissues. Today, the most common procedures for double eyelid surgery are the incisional technique and the suture technique known also as DST. Each one has advantages and disadvantages.
"The incisional technique has a permanent result and you can customize the shape of the eyelid fold, it's a more involved procedure and there is a longer recovery time," states Dr. Glavas. While the suture technique (also known as DST) is a much simpler recovery since there is no incision of the skin but instead, a suture is used to "hold together" the tissues of the eyelid below the skin to form a new crease and the procedure is done under local anesthesia. "The main disadvantages of this procedure is the lack of customization and the risk of losing the result of double eyelid if the suture brakes for any reason; think of allergy, rubbing the eyes, getting hit in the eye or just degradation of the suture material over time," he noted.
"Creating a double eyelid fold is a very precise procedure and requires careful pre-operative planning. It is critical to work with an experienced cosmetic surgeon familiar with the procedures and the particularities of the Asian anatomy and skin due to the tendency to hyper pigment, the increased risk of keloids or hypertrophic scars," notes Dr. Glavas. "Communication with your doctor is the key factor to success."
Dr. Ioannis P. Glavas is a Board Certified (ABO) oculoplastic and facial cosmetic surgeon specializing in eyelid procedures with offices in Boston (Newbury Street) and Manhattan. Dr. Glavas takes a multidisciplinary approach to facial reconstruction with expertise in several surgical and non-surgical techniques to provide more choice for his patients including laser, fractional laser skin resurfacing or radiofrequency technology depending on individual, cultural and ethnic characteristics.
The author of numerous articles and reviews in major scientific journals and book chapters on cosmetic facial rejuvenation, Dr. Glavas is the Founder and Director of the Glavas Centre for Oculo-Facial Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, the Massachusetts Eye Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, and serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at NYU School of Medicine and Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital in New York.
Dr. Glavas is regularly quoted in newspapers and on TV and radio, and is available to comment on all issues related to cosmetic surgery and most particularly eyelid procedures.
For more information, contact Dr. Glavas at (617) 262-0070, or drglavas@gmail.com.
Press inquiries; please contact Joanne DiFrancesco, JDCommunications, Inc., at (781) 828-0323 or visit the company website at www.jdcomm.biz.
A One-Way Ticket to Surgical Complications
Survey published by the "Aesthetic Surgery Journal" Shows Need for Increased Awareness of Dangers of Medical Tourism
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 08, 2011
Medical tourism, in which patients travel abroad for surgery, is a rapidly expanding global phenomenon, particularly for cosmetic surgery. However, despite the increasing number of plastic surgery patients who seek procedures outside of the United States, there has been little data reported on outcomes, follow-up, or complication rates. In response, researchers from Nassau University Medical Center in New York conducted a survey of U.S. plastic surgeons to help define the scope of the problem, particularly in relation to complication rates, finding that there is a need for improved public awareness and education regarding medical tourism. The results of the study were published in the article “Complications from International Surgery Tourism,” which appears in the August issue of the "Aesthetic Surgery Journal."“We found from this survey that plastic surgeons are seeing increasing numbers of medical tourism patients who return with complications. Medical tourism patients are often lured by the apparent lower cost of surgery elsewhere or by the availability of procedures that are not approved here in the U.S. However, these patients may not be well informed about the importance of outcomes and the risk of complications,” said Kaveh Alizadeh, MD, MSc, FACS, co-author of the study. “When patients return to the U.S., it can become a costly scenario if they develop complications and the procedure or patient is not covered by medical insurance. Plastic surgeons can help amend this by educating their patients on the potential pitfalls of cosmetic surgery tourism.”
Dr. Alizadeh and co-author Mark M. Melendez, MD, MBA surveyed 2,000 American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) members concerning their experience treating medical tourism patients with complications who returned to the US for resolution of their issues. Of 368 respondents, the majority (80.4 percent) had experience with patients who had traveled abroad for cosmetic procedures, and over half (51.6 percent) reported noticing an increasing trend over the last five years in the number patients presenting with complications from surgical tourism. The majority of these patients had undergone either breast augmentation or body contouring procedures. More than half required multiple operations upon seeking treatment for their complications and at least one patient required over a month of hospitalization in a surgical intensive care unit. The largest percentage (31%) of complications occurred as a result of infection. Other common complications reported by respondents were dehiscence, contour abnormality, and hematoma. Compensation for complication treatment was highly variable, as not all patients or procedures were covered by insurance.
“This survey clearly shows the dangers of medical tourism and implies the need to strengthen awareness for patients, physicians and policy makers. I encourage all plastic surgeons who encounter patients considering surgery abroad to offer them a copy of guidelines on this topic from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), or ASPS,” said Foad Nahai, MD, Editor-in-Chief of "Aesthetic Surgery Journal," who also provided a commentary on the article. “This may serve as a starting point for a conversation in which the patient understands that plastic surgery tourism is not as simple as he or she might have thought and drops the notion of seeking care abroad. At the very least, the patient will leave the visit with a better understanding of questions to ask, risks to consider, and his or her personal responsibility regarding follow-up care.”
About ASAPS
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), is recognized as the world’s leading organization devoted entirely to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine of the face and body. ASAPS is comprised of over 2,600 Plastic Surgeons; active members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (USA) or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and have extensive training in the complete spectrum of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures. International active members are certified by equivalent boards of their respective countries. All members worldwide adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and must meet stringent membership requirements.
About ASJ
The "Aesthetic Surgery Journal" is the peer-reviewed publication of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and is the most widely read clinical journal in the field of cosmetic surgery, with subscribers in more than 60 countries.
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Ashley Barton
Amer Soc for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
(212) 921-0500
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Sunday, August 14, 2011
Ceramides Supplement Added to Swanson Cosmetic Science Brand
Posted on: Saturday, 13 August 2011, 00:00 CDT
Swanson Cosmetic Science, a Swanson Health Products brand, has expanded their health and beauty line to include the dietary supplement Ceramides from Lipowheat? to defend skin against the visible signs of aging.
Fargo, ND (PRWEB) August 11, 2011Ceramides, a trendy ingredient in high-end cosmetics and topical skin care products, are the essential lipids on the surface of the skin which work to defend against visible signs of aging. As skin ages, it uses the existing ceramide lipids to protect and restore moisture. Once the ceramides are depleted, the skin is vulnerable to environmental stresses such as UV rays. Swanson Health Products’ Swanson Cosmetic Science Ceramides from Lipowheat? is a supplement designed to deliver dietary ceramides to support skin from the inside out.
Ceramides are produced by the body on demand, which means they cannot be stored by the body and must be replenished. In order for this to occur, the body requires a diet which supports the production of ceramides. Dietary supplements, such as Swanson Cosmetic Science’s Ceramides from Lipowheat, deliver a particular type of ceramides derived from the wheat kernel to support skin health. With the wheat kernel being a vegetarian ingredient, it is encapsulated in a vegetarian capsule, making Swanson Cosmetic Science’s Ceramides from Lipowheat a “Vegetarian Formula” supplement.
Swanson Health Products is an industry leader in bringing vitamins direct to consumers at the lowest prices possible. Swanson Health Products, headquartered in Fargo, ND, offers the highest quality vitamins, supplements and natural health care products and is Good Manufacturing Practices certified. Swanson Health Products goes a step beyond its competitors by offering powerful guarantees. All products are backed by a 100% Satisfaction, Money-Back Guarantee and Double the Difference Lowest Price Guarantee. For more information, please visit http://www.swansonvitamins.com.
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Which celebrities have had cosmetic surgery?
Some stars keep us guessing about whether they’ve had a nip/tuck. Others have work so obvious you can all but see the price tag dangling from their new body bits. We asked top doctor Alex Karidis to reveal what he thinks this lot have been up to…
Nicole Kidman, 44? - Nic claims to have given up the Botox and that’s no bad thing judging by her past experimentation. ‘Nicole’s no great beauty: she has thin lips, low-set brows and heavy upper eyelids,’ says Alex.
‘I believe she’s used lip filler, but on lips like hers, it’s like trying to force a size seven foot into a size four shoe. The filler has gone into the lower body of the lip and distorted her natural shape. It looks like Botox has been used to try to correct her low-set brows but it’s made her eyebrows sweep up and given her a slightly diabolical look.’
Catherine Zeta Jones, 41 - A good surgeon or just a good picture? Alex reckons the latter. ‘I think it’s flattering lighting which has taken out any blemishes from her skin. I think she’s had some work done but probably just non-invasive – maybe facials, light peels, filling in the odd line, and judicious use of Botox so she maintains expression. I don’t think she’s had surgery yet.’
Liz Hurley, 46 - Ah, ageless Liz – what’s her secret? ‘I doubt she’s had surgery,’ says Alex. ‘She’s added volume to her lips, but in a tasteful way. I’d guess she watches her diet and has medical-grade facials and maybe light peels.
'I’d say she’s had Botox and fillers in key areas like nose-to-mouth lines. She’s coming to the age where she might consider surgery – you can see a slight looseness around the eyes – but I’d say she’s looked after her skin well so far and not gone overboard.’
Madonna, 52 - There’s been plenty of ‘material’ popped into this girl’s face over the years, Alex reckons. ‘Madonna is supertrim, so she’s needed volume adding to her face to avoid looking gaunt,’ he says.
‘I’m sure she’s had it all: Botox, fillers, peels, surgery. The folds you can see in this picture are likely to have been caused by the skin repositioning that takes place in a face lift. Post surgery, you can sometimes see the skin rucking up in a way it wouldn’t naturally.’
Megan Fox, 25 - Megan hit back at Botox rumours by furrowing her brow on Facebook – but Alex doubts she’s all-natural. ‘I’d say she’s had her lips enhanced, teeth whitened and nose done. Her face looks smooth, but I wouldn’t expect many lines at her age anyway.’
And those Facebook snaps? ‘They prove nothing. Just because she can wrinkle her face now doesn’t mean she’s never used Botox – it only lasts a few months,’ adds Alex.
Jennifer Aniston, 42 - Jen’s admitted nose surgery, but is that it? Alex thinks so. ‘I think she’s had some good, very subtle work on her nose: a little width and length taken off, and a tiny bump on the bridge smoothed out. She has obvious nose-to-mouth lines, so she probably doesn’t use fillers. I don’t think she’s using Botox and I can’t see any evidence her boobs are anything but natural. They’re a nice size for her frame.’
Sarah Harding, 29 - With all the hoo-haa over Harding’s lip fillers, we’ve been distracted from something happening a little further south. ‘I’d say her breasts have definitely been done,’ says Alex. ‘It’s very rare to be that slim with breasts that large. You can’t retain that amount of upper-half fullness naturally, and she’s not wearing a bra in this shot. I don’t think her boobs are too bad. They are certainly big.’
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