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Botox gets competitition in war against wrinkles: Dysport

Face it, Botox. A new wrinkle reduction breakthrough is injecting some competition into the quest for the fountain of youth. 

The latest age-defying injectable is called Dysport (pronounced “Diss-port”), which the Food and Drug Administration approved for cosmetic use in the U.S. in April. 

Drawn from the same botulinum toxin A as Botox, Dysport has been used in Canada and Europe for almost 20 years. But is it better than Botox? 

Area physicians view them as virtual twins. 

“They are essentially identical,” said dermatologist David A. Amato of Lower Paxton Twp. The only difference is the solution in which they are mixed. He said Dysport might start to work faster — perhaps a day sooner than the four days that Botox takes to kick in — but the difference is almost “negligible.”  Read more

               

Surgeons Seeing More Mommy Makeover Cases

SANTA ROSA, CA — More women seeking a full makeover after childbirth are looking to cosmetic surgery as a comprehensive way to achieve a healthier, fitter appearance. Napa area plastic surgeons at Plastic Surgery Associates (www.enhanceyourimage.com) report that more women are taking advantage of “Mommy Makeovers,” combined surgeries designed to help busy moms regain their pre-pregnancy body without having to take a great deal of time away from careers and children.

“As a mother myself, I understand that pregnancy alters the body in dramatic ways. For many women those changes can make it very difficult to feel confident and beautiful,” says Dr. Heather Furnas. “Most of these patients are coming to us because they’ve seen their breast and body shape change significantly after pregnancy, and they’ve found that diet and exercise just aren’t enough to get them back where they want to be.” Read more

               

A Facial Filler Needs a Dose of Patience

SCULPTRA, a long-lasting filler that has been used since 2004 to plump the cheeks of patients with facial wasting, is finally having its cosmetic debut.   In July, the Food and Drug Administration approved Sculptra Aesthetic — as the cosmetic version is named — for use to improve the appearance of nose-to-lip wrinkles (think Jack Nicholson’s Joker), horizontal chin wrinkles and so-called marionette lines that frame lips.

But that is not to say Sculptra is a new-to-the-ball debutante. Since 2004, Sculptra has been used off-label not only to tame stubborn skin folds but also to add volume to cheeks and temples withered by time. Now that Sculptra has been approved for some cosmetic uses, plastic surgeons and dermatologists are expecting a surge of interest. Read more

               

New Wrinkles in Facelifts

Some topics in medicine are superficial by definition. None, perhaps, are as superficial as cosmetic surgery, or more specifically “aesthetic” facial procedures. Plastic surgeons do wonderful complex reconstructions for trauma and congenital deformities, yet it is the elective vanity procedures that hold such interest for so many of us.

When Christopher Lasch published his best seller “The Culture of Narcissism” in 1979, he could not possibly have known how prophetic his analysis would be. Reading it at the time, I was struck by how incisive his social commentary was, but I never dreamed it would also mark the way of the future.

What was then a burgeoning trend has become the universal norm. Everything, even television news, is now sold with beautiful, insipid models and pretty young faces. One’s physical appearance has become more important than ever, apparently burying the values of intelligence, humor, kindness, originality, honesty, and the like. Today, the look is everything.

On the other hand, life is short — why not be beautiful forever? The problem is that most folks don’t actually get away with it. Don’t you think people can tell if you’ve had a little work done?  Read more

               

Injections: Judge blocks rules for medical staff

The question: Can medical assistants legally administer flu shots or Botox injections?  The answer: Depends on whom you ask.

Las Vegas, NV. - A Clark County District judge ruled Monday that emergency regulations permitting medical assistants to give flu shots, while prohibiting them from administering injections of cosmetic drugs, cannot go into effect.

Judge Kathleen Delaney issued a temporary restraining order after a motion filed Monday by attorney Jacob Hafter on behalf of Tracy Hurst of the Medical Spa at Summerlin and Amber Tsang of the Skin Care Institute, who argued that the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners violated the state’s open meeting law Friday as they approved the new regulations. Read more

               

Zeltiq Receives CE Mark for Non-Invasive Fat Reduction

Requiring only one treatment that strategically lowers the temperature of fat cells, fat is destroyed over a two month period without any incisions, needles, anesthesia or down time.

Nice, France - Zeltiq Aesthetics announced at the 5 Continent Congress of Lasers and Aesthetic Medicine that they have received the European CE Mark approval for non-invasive fat reduction. The Zeltiq is the only technology based on the patented method of Cryolipolysis — the use of controlled cooling to safely target and eliminate fat cells.

Contrary to the title, the procedure doesn’t actually freeze the fat but only lowers the temperature to change the fat from a liquid to a solid, similar to refrigerating butter. Doing so destroys the fat cells slowly so that they can safely be processed by the liver, similar to how you process fat that you eat. There has been concern with other technologies that destroy fat internally that the body can’t handle the large quantity of fat introduced into the lymphatic system all at once. The Zeltiq system has an advantage here because the process happens over several months. Read more

               

Nipple Improvement Through Radiesse

Breast enhancement procedures have been around for years, but only recently has nipple enhancement come along as a stand alone procedure.

Breast augmentations , breast lifts , and breast reduction surgeries have improved the appearance of women’s breasts for decades. Often, areola reductions or enlargements are also performed along with these other breast surgeries, allowing women to adjust the size, shape or location of the areola (the darker, pigmented skin around the nipple).

Although breast procedures have always been popular and have given millions of women new confidence in their curves, until recently, women who were dissatisfied with the size or shape of their nipples have had surprisingly few options. This has changed, with the advent of a creative new approach to improving the appearance of the nipple.

Radiesse may be able to provide the answer for many women dissatisfied with their nipples. Radiesse has traditionally found use in the plastic surgery realm as a wrinkle filler. However, this calcium-based gel has found a new purpose as an injectable used to enhance the shape, size and appearance of the nipple.

Used alone or in conjunction with an areola procedure or breast altering surgery, Radiesse can smooth the texture of the nipples, add volume and create a more balanced and beautiful nipple. This means a woman who has her areola or breasts enlarged or reduced can now improve the appearance of her nipples as well.

Many women are dissatisfied with the size of their nipples because they feel that the areola and the nipple are unmatched or disproportionately sized. Using Radiesse to create a larger nipple can make the nipple size more proportionate to the areola, and can improve the overall appearance of the breast. The injections can also reduce the appearance of scarring from other surgical procedures, making the breast and nipple look more natural and aesthetically pleasing.

Dr. Grant Stevens, a board certified plastic surgeon who has been performing areola reductions as part of breast lifts and breast reductions for years, reports that many patients are “very impressed with the results” of this non-surgical procedure. Results last for several months without a need for retreatment, and because this is an outpatient procedure, it can open the doors to improved breast appearance for women who are unwilling to undergo a full areola reduction or breast altering procedure.

By Staff Writer for American Health and Beauty, September 22, 2009

               

The Next Rung on Your Corporate Ladder: A Boob Job?

With the unemployment rate up and salaries down, many are seeking a special edge over the competition from their aesthetic providers or medical spa.

People all over the country are having a hard time in the current economy. Many have been laid off and are looking for a special edge in finding a new job. The answer for some can be a self confidence boost from a cosmetic procedure, usually not the surgical kind, but one that gives the most bang for the buck.

Cosmetic fillers such as Sculptra, which is popular for use in non-surgical face lifts, are fairly inexpensive. The cost varies depending on the amount of filler needed and the number of sessions required to achieve the desired result. Some patients need only one visit while others may need more. Multiple visits are typically spread out over a couple of weeks. The cost of one syringe can cost around $700. Read more

               

Dr. Ataii Discusses Botox vs Dysport on San Diego Living

IAPAM faculty member Dr. Alexander Ataii of Laser Clinique explains on San Diego Living the similarites and differences between Botox Cosmetic and Dysport wrinkle eliminators.

Watch this episode on San Diego Living : Read more

               

IAPAM’s Botox Training: Industry’s Leading Cosmetic Injectable Training

Las Vegas, NV - September 17, 2009 - The International Association of Physicians In Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) is offering industry-leading Botox training for both new entrants to the Botox/dermal filler field, and professionals looking to hone their cosmetic injectable skills.

New Entrants:  Aesthetic Medicine Symposium’s Botox Training

Physicians wanting to adding Botox to their practice now have a program that is tailored for their specific needs. Physicians can now learn best practices from fellow doctors in the industry’s leading dermatologist-lead botox training program.  Botox training is a critical component of the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, which offers instruction on the top 5 minimally invasive procedures: Botox, Dermal Fillers, Microdermbarsion, Chemical Peels, and Laser Hair Removal. Leading the faculty is a team of renowned cosmetic dermatologists who will cover aesthetic patient consultations, facial anatomy & musculature, Botox(TM) and Dysport(TM) product preparation, pain management, procedural protocols, post treatment issues and continuing practice support. Read more

               

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