IAPAM’s 7 Top Anti-Aging Trends for 2009

The IAPAM (International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine), in consultation with its members and associated industry experts, has compiled its list of the top trends in aesthetic medicine for 2009. From the continued market dominance of minimally-invasive procedures over surgical options, to anticipated unparalleled demand in the medical weight-loss field, 2009 promises to be […]

New developments in Botox

Kohala Coast, HI — When giving botulinum toxin type A (Botox, Allergan) to patients, dermatologists should tell them that it “relaxes the muscles temporarily. Let’s not say ‘paralyze’,” said Susan Weinkle, M.D., at the Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference.After offering that tip, which she said will relax patients and make them feel more comfortable about the […]

FDA Extends Review of Reloxin until April 13, 2009

Ipsen today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provided notification that the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) action date for Reloxin® (botulinum toxin of type A) Biologics License Application (BLA) in aesthetic indications (glabellar lines) has been extended to April 13, 2009.

5 Things You Can Do Now to Grow Your Aesthetic Practice by 20% in 2009

The New Year is for new beginnings and what a perfect time for you to review your practice, consider new possibilities and open yourself up to fresh opportunities.  Making minor observations and executing simple ideas can lead you to a great year. Here are some suggestions to help you get moving in the right direction […]

Keep That Client!

Client retention is the cornerstone of building any new or existing buisness. Keeping your current clients is much easier than gaining new ones, and there are certain tactics that a business owner can implement to ensure client loyalty and retention. Medical spas, and spas in general, are among one of the fastest growing sectors in […]

Clinic Sees Surge in 2008 Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty Procedures

The non surgical rhinoplasty, or nose job, was one of 2008’s most inquired about filler services at the Twin Cities medical spa, Skin Rejuvenation Clinic of Edina. Although the procedure can’t reduce the size of a larger nose, it can be an excellent alternative to plastic surgery for those people seeking to camouflage bumps, drooping […]

Diet extremes

And so the diet begins, as women all over resolve to beat the post-Christmas bulge and banish all signs of festive excess. Those tentative first steps on the weighing scales have been made; the jeans have been attempted and now the collective panic has set in as cries of: “I’M HUGE” can be heard in […]

Thermage changes name to Solta Medical, Inc.

Thermage has announced a corporate name change to Solta Medical, Inc., as a means of integrating the acquired Reliant Technologies. The new company combines the Thermage and Fraxel brands under a new corporate name. Solta will focus on providing superior anti-aging solutions for patients and physicians by offering the gold standard of care for tightening, […]

Clinics getting a lift from Botox

Local plastic surgeons are seeing an upswing in procedures such as Botox injections as patients forgo expensive cosmetic surgery amid the down economy. The trend is keeping practices busy — and helping them make up for a drop in surgical revenue.