Posted June 14, 2009 in Beauty, Blog, Uncategorized
Seth Godin, author of “The Dip”, many other books and daily blog has discussed “Beauty” in his blog today. His article is true not only for facial cosmetic surgery, but to all facets of our lifes that we add value to. His article begins, “What’s beauty? You know it when you see it, sure, but […]
Read MorePosted June 14, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
A study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (January 2009) has found that the use of antidepressant medication prior to surgery may have potentially harmful effects on patients undergoing cosmetic surgical procedures. The study identified a number of harmful, intraoperative risks, ranging from increased bleeding to fatal interactions. It is recommended that patients consult with their […]
Read MorePosted June 09, 2009 in Blog, Fraxel Laser Treatment, Uncategorized
I will be performing a Fraxel repair laser skin rejuvenation treatment of the face, neck and chest live tomorrow at 10:30 am PST. It will be on http://www.livestream.com/martavision. There will be a live Twitter feed as well so that questions and comments will be answered during the treatment. See you tomorrow. Dr. P
Read MorePosted June 08, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
The movie “Hangover” about a Las Vegas bachelor party opened this weekend and looks to be very funny. The real life facial cosmetic surgery conference “hangover” from 5 intense days of sharing knowledge and presentations is what I am dealing with on this Sunday night upon returning to Los Angeles from Facial Cosmetic Surgery 2009 […]
Read MorePosted June 02, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
According to the Orange County Register, Laguna Niguel resident Yvonne Jean Pampellonne, 30, the alleged “Big Bust Bandit” faces up to 3 years and 8 months in prison (will it be a “padded” cell?) if convicted for obtaining her voluptuous new breasts with an identity theft (that works out to 22 months per breast). At […]
Read MorePosted June 02, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
Michael Persky, MD will be presenting two lectures at Facial Cosmetic Surgery 2009 at The Bellagio this week. Dr. Persky will present “Fractional Resurfacing is the Current Buzzword! Do the 6- Month Results Really Live Up to the Hype?” focusing on his results with Fraxel re:pair over the past year on 100 patients. Dr. Persky’s […]
Read MorePosted May 28, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
The “Today Show” featured the Berns triplets who sadly suffered serious burns as infants. They underwent laser treatments for their burn scars Continue reading “MIRACLE TREATMENT FOR BURN … »
Read MorePosted May 26, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
The FDA has approved Ellman International’s Pelleve radiofrequency technology for skin tightening. I saw the technology demonstrated one year ago at Facial Cosmetic Surgery 2008 in Las Vegas. As with all new technologies, it is prudent to give them some time before “jumping on the bandwagon” as many times within a year they are found […]
Read MorePosted May 26, 2009 in Blog, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
A recent study stated that the highly advertised “Thread Lift” produces only short-lived improvement in appearance, and should no longer be used given its risks, poor results and discomfort for patients, conclude the authors of a long-term study of patients who underwent the procedure http://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/eReport/2009-05-25_02.asp I never adopted the thread lift in my practice after […]
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