Dr. Alexander P. Ataii on Mesotherapy on ABC News
August 8, 2008
IAPAM faculty member, Dr. Alexander Ataii, describes Fat and Cellulite Elimination with Mesotherapy.
Elevess, a New FDA-Approved Hyaluronic Acid-Based Dermal Filler Launched
August 6, 2008
“The Feel Good Filler” Delivers Comfort, Affordability, and Immediate Results
SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 5, 2008–Artes Medical (NASDAQ:ARTE) today announced the immediate availability of Elevess(TM), a new, FDA-approved hyaluronic acid (HA) based dermal filler for the treatment of facial wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds. As the first FDA-approved HA filler formulated with an anesthetic for patient comfort, Elevess is a safe and effective alternative to more expensive fillers. Read more
Botox Without Borders
August 4, 2008
Storefronts that provide medical procedures—like Botox—are not necessarily unsafe. However, the best results might come to those who ask the right questions and do their homework.
Easy and convenient food? OK. Easy and convenient Botox? Maybe not. The trend of the “medical spa” has taken shape and can be found at a mall near you. In a spa-like setting, patrons can often receive chemical peels, laser hair removal, or even Botox Cosmetic, the temporary wrinkle-fighting injection. Topping out at about 4.6 million procedures, Botox was the number one minimally invasive cosmetic procedure in 2007, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The phenomenon of walk-in or storefront centers may go hand-in-hand with the popularity of the wrinkle-fighting procedure. While these new settings are not necessarily unsafe, you need to be aware and do your homework. Read more
OC Dermatologist reprimanded for using non-FDA approved Botulinum Toxin
August 1, 2008
A Huntington Beach dermatologist, received a reprimand for administering a wrinkle-treatment that was not approved by the Food and Drug Administration. According to board documents, Dr. Joseph Manzini administered an experimental Botulinum Toxin to 10 patients. Last year, Manzini pled guilty to an interstate commerce violation and was sentenced to two years probation. Read more
Body Contouring Surgery Risk Rises with Increased Body Mass Index
August 1, 2008
Study reveals close correlation between degree of obesity and complications arising from popular aesthetic surgical procedure
New York, NY (July 31, 2008) – A recent study investigating the relationship between complications of body contouring surgery and body mass index has confirmed an increase in the occurrence of such complications with worsening degree of obesity. Findings from the study are published in the July/August 2008 issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the peer-reviewed publication of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Read more
Dr Ataii’s describes the the latest in medical and dental spa treatments
August 1, 2008
IAPAM faculty member, Alexander P. Ataii, MD describes the the latest in medical and dental spa treatments available. Read more
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