Diplomates of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery support new legislative measures, including required ultrasound guidance, to protect patients seeking Brazilian butt lift from dangerous complications Chicago, IL, August 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Diplomates of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) praised a new Florida law mandating ultrasound guidance and other safety measures for all […]
Gluteal fat grafting, also known as a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), is a popular body contouring procedure, and when performed by underqualified or inexperienced aesthetic surgeons, carries a higher risk of complications compared to other surgical procedures. Inadvertent injection of harvested fat into the gluteal muscle can lead to a potentially life-threatening complication called pulmonary […]
Allergan Aesthetics announced in May that the FDA approved a new dermal filler in the Juvéderm® family of fillers: Skinvive™. While every new injectable promises to achieve somewhat different results, Skinvive is noteworthy because it is injected with a novel microdroplet approach and is indicated to improve skin smoothness, rather than to correct wrinkles or […]
If you have recently had surgery, you may be wondering, “Are my incisions infected?” This is not always an easy question to answer at home, as some postoperative swelling, discomfort, redness, and discharge are normal occurrences after surgery. Still, these same symptoms can also be a sign of infection, so it is important to be […]
IDEAL IMPLANT ended operations on May 30, 2023, citing financial reasons. The company’s proprietary “structured saline” breast implants, used in breast augmentation surgery, will no longer be manufactured, and warranties on these implants will no longer be honored by the manufacturer. Below are some of the implications of this change. What is an IDEAL implant? […]
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 acid (PLLA), carboxymethylcellulose (USP), non-pyrogenic […]
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 market, Qwo will no longer […]
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 postoperative complications. Note, we provide […]
Weight loss and pregnancy often leave behind stubborn pockets of fat and sagging skin that no amount of diet and exercise can fully address. After achieving a healthy, stable weight you are happy with, a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is an excellent body contouring option for both men and women to restore a firmer, more […]
Since hitting the market over 20 years ago, BOTOX® Cosmetic has become a household name, having proven itself through millions of treatments to be a safe and effective injectable neurotoxin for softening facial lines and wrinkles. Despite other BOTOX alternatives making their way to market at intervals (namely, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and Xeomin®), BOTOX’s reputation for […]
