Sculptra Receives FDA Approval for Cheek Wrinkles

Posted: May 19, 2023
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Sculptra® Aesthetic, the first poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) dermal filler used to restore natural-looking facial volume, has recently been granted FDA approval to treat fine lines and wrinkles throughout the cheek area.  What is Sculptra?  Sculptra is a biocompatible injectable made up of tiny particles of a synthetic polymer called poly-L-lactic… Read More »

What happened to QWO, the cellulite injectable?

Posted: April 7, 2023
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Qwo®, composed of collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes, made history in 2021 as the first injectable with FDA approval to treat cellulite. The product employed a powerful enzyme to break down the collagen bands that cause the appearance of unwanted dimpling in the buttocks. However, after less than 2 years on the… Read More »

Do I Have a Seroma? Here’s How You Can Tell

Posted: March 28, 2023
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A seroma is a buildup of fluid called serum that collects beneath the skin after surgery. Typically located near the incision site or where tissue was removed, seromas can often be easily managed by your cosmetic surgeon or may resolve on their own; it is one of the most common… Read More »

How to Fund Your Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship

Posted: November 10, 2022
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Cosmetic medicine is rapidly growing—and the demand for highly-trained cosmetic surgeons is also on the rise. For surgeons who have developed a desire to shift their focus to aesthetics and cosmetic medicine, the next logical step is board certification. But before that, most interested surgeons will need to complete cosmetic… Read More »

FDA Releases Warning About Renuvion for Skin Tightening and Dermal Resurfacing

Posted: April 1, 2022
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Numerous cosmetic surgeons use Renuvion as a skin tightening device, either alone or in conjunction with liposuction, throughout the face and body. The Renuvion wand is inserted beneath the skin, where it promotes skin contraction and collagen production using a combination of radio frequency (RF) and helium plasma technologies. This,… Read More »