Jerry Hall: the thought of cosmetic surgery is terrifying

Jerry Hall has said she’s unlikely to have any cosmetic surgery as she ages because she’s seen it go wrong too many times.

The 50 year old model told the Evening Standard recently: “I think cosmetic surgery is terrifying. It never looks good. Those women look weird. They look in the mirror and think they look great, but they don’t see what we see.”

“You can see too much of the white of the eye, and this bit of the cheek is too tight, and they have these weird eyebrows sticking straight up. I think it’s hideous. They scare small children.

“I do think most women have stuff done for men, which can’t be right. Actually, if you are having cosmetic surgery you’re with the wrong man because you are either insecure or you’re desperately trying to hang on to a guy who’s obviously not interested or who doesn’t make you feel good.”

“I’m too lazy anyway. We’re all getting old, we’re all dying and it’s no big deal. I’m not afraid of it. I think it’s natural and normal.”

Yoga Facelift A Surgery Alternative

It's being touted as an alternative to cosmetic a way to help you appear younger without going under the knife.NBC11's Vicky Nguyen learned about the procedure from Marie-Veronique Nadeau, author of the book "The Yoga Facelift" and a chemist and a licensed aesthetician.Among the things she learned was that if you can do facial yoga with a straight face, you're not doing it right.This is the type of yoga that requires a sense of humor -- and an open mind.The result is a decidedly different kind of face lift.It's exercise that focuses on tiny muscles that most people don't ever think of working out."UYou have 190 muscles in face," said Nadeau, "and neck why not exercise them?"Nadeau started teaching facial yoga in the Bay Area four years ago. She recently published her first book on the practice."I like it," said Pauline Kuykendall. "I can feel my muscles -- especially around here, here, and here ... sore!"Some people are wondering if all the exercises and stretches could actually create more wrinkles. But that's not the case."You're not pushing your face, you're not stretching skin, you're just making muscles underneath work," Nadeau said.She said that it takes a few weeks to see results and while it can't provide the drastic change associated with cosmetic surgery, practitioners swear they see and feel a difference."I'm almost 39 years old," said Mary Bunnett. "My face has become firmer. My cheeks have been lifted."Said Julie Horwath: "It's interesting. I love the idea of doing it and I think if more people did it there'd be less botox."Nadeau said that facial yoga is beginning to catch on with men, although they only make up about 5 percent of her classes.Nadeau holds consultations every Sunday at the Elephant Pharmacy in Berkeley.Facial yoga, it's a new approach to an age-old battle.

What to know beforehand about cosmetic surgery

If you're considering cosmetic surgery, it's important to be well informed and well prepared. Here are tips from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery: 1Make sure the doctor is board certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Check online at abplsurg.org. Also check the doctor's standing with the Arizona Medical Board at azmd.gov.

2Ask about hospital privileges. Find out whether the doctor has operating privileges in an accredited hospital. If the doctor does not have hospital privileges to perform your procedure, look for another surgeon. If the doctor operates in an ambulatory or office-based facility, ask whether the facility is accredited.

3During your consultation, ask the following questions:


• What experience does the doctor have in performing this procedure? Ask what training has been completed, especially in new techniques, as well as how often he or she performs the procedure. Ask to see certificates of training.


• What are the possible risks? Find out what they are, how often they occur and how they will be handled if they do occur.


• What is the expected recovery for the procedure? Ask about postoperative restrictions on activity and typical time periods for resuming work and social activities.


• What is the doctor's policy on surgical revisions? Find out about any costs for which you may be responsible.


• How much will the surgery cost? Cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance, and payment usually is required in advance. Costs include the surgeon's fee, surgical facility fees and anesthesia. Other possible costs are the preoperative physical and blood work, medications, surgical garments and private-duty nursing.

Achieving Facial Harmony': Cosmetic Surgery Times Features Dr. Slupchynskyj's Patented S-implant In Recent Article

Cosmetic Surgery Times, a publishing industry leader in the cosmetic surgery arena, featured Dr. Oleh Slupchynskyj in a recent article on March 1st, 2007, "Achieving Facial Harmony: Novel S-implant addresses complexities of African-American rhinoplasty." The article subject, "Achieving Facial Harmony," is timely based on the steady increase in plastic surgery procedures among ethnic groups. Confirmed by an ASAPS 2006 study, racial and ethnic minorities accounted for 22% of all cosmetic surgeries performed.

Rhinoplasty surgery in African Americans is complicated by several common characteristics: frontal nasal area is depressed, smaller amounts of cartilage and increased fatty tissue in the tip of the nose. As a result of these similarities Dr. Slupchynskyj patented a proven customized solution for patients: "Silastic (S-) Implant." The implant is unique as it corrects the depressed frontal nasal angle and increases the height of the bridge of the nose. Dr. Slupchynskyj states, "This is common, but not limited to, African Americans and Non-Anglics."

A study conducted on Dr. Slupchynskyj's patients confirmed:

1) patients were seeking not to change ethnicity, but achieve facial harmony, and

2) the majority of patients felt an increase in self-esteem post-surgically along with a significant preservation of ethnic characteristics.

Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D. is the Director and Founder of the The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Institute of New York and New Jersey with offices in Manhattan, West Orange, and Lyndhurst. Dr. Slupchynskyj is double board certified through the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology with training specific to the head, neck and face. He is named one of the top 10 plastic surgeons with NewYork.com and is considered a face specialist. He is a member of the following Societies: American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngology, New York County Medical Society, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. More information on his surgical techniques can be found on his Web sites www.facechange.org and www.africanamericanrhinoplasty.com

Jerry Hall: the thought of cosmetic surgery is terrifying

Jerry Hall has said she’s unlikely to have any cosmetic surgery as she ages because she’s seen it go wrong too many times.

The 50 year old model told the Evening Standard recently: “I think cosmetic surgery is terrifying. It never looks good. Those women look weird. They look in the mirror and think they look great, but they don’t see what we see.”

“You can see too much of the white of the eye, and this bit of the cheek is too tight, and they have these weird eyebrows sticking straight up. I think it’s hideous. They scare small children.

“I do think most women have stuff done for men, which can’t be right. Actually, if you are having cosmetic surgery you’re with the wrong man because you are either insecure or you’re desperately trying to hang on to a guy who’s obviously not interested or who doesn’t make you feel good.”

“I’m too lazy anyway. We’re all getting old, we’re all dying and it’s no big deal. I’m not afraid of it. I think it’s natural and normal.”

Cosmetioc surgery Is Hideous

Jerry Hall is obviously not a fan of cosmetic surgery. The actress in a recent interview did not mince words about women who have plastic surgery. Hall said that “cosmetic surgery never looked good…and women who had procedures done looked weird.’

The 50-year old former model is not afraid of aging gracefully. Hall is the ‘ex-wife’ of Mick Jagger and mother of four. She has appeared in Batman and a number of television series such as Married With Children and Popetown. Hall will be appearing in the Vagina Monologues at The Mayfair Theatre in Southampton, London, a role she first took on in 2004.

Just Ask A Woman ... About Beauty

I have stopped way short of the knife, but I have to confess I am a beauty products junkie. I've had facials made of nightingale droppings (yes, exactly what you think they are). I've bathed in mud, seaweed and salt. I have bought even more skincare than Sindi, the woman who was in our piece today (see the video here).

In full disclosure, I worked for Avon for 10 years and have helped create ads for beauty companies, so I guess I'm a convert to the magic of "better looks through chemistry." Recently, I've upgraded to a weekly Skin Care Sunday routine while watching "Cold Case" on CBS on Sunday nights. But, like many women, even though I try to look as young as I feel, I realize that I look best when I am happy, rested and loved. And wisdom counts, too!

But in a youth-obsessed world, lots of us struggle with accepting our age, even when we are comfortable in our own skin. In research, where I've asked women their real age and the age that others "take" them for, I've seen that most subtract a good five or 10 years from the real number. We either feel younger or we talk ourselves into it.

It's easy to blame the beauty industry as the culprit, but perhaps we're all a little bit guilty. After all, who wakes up saying, "Gee, I'm glad I look older today?"

Inner beauty? Outer beauty? Tell the truth ... where do you stand?

source : www.cbsnews.com

Achieving Facial Harmony': Cosmetic Surgery Times Features Dr. Slupchynskyj's Patented S-implant In Recent Article

Cosmetic Surgery Times, a publishing industry leader in the cosmetic surgery arena, featured Dr. Oleh Slupchynskyj in a recent article on March 1st, 2007, "Achieving Facial Harmony: Novel S-implant addresses complexities of African-American rhinoplasty." The article subject, "Achieving Facial Harmony," is timely based on the steady increase in plastic surgery procedures among ethnic groups. Confirmed by an ASAPS 2006 study, racial and ethnic minorities accounted for 22% of all cosmetic surgeries performed.

Rhinoplasty surgery in African Americans is complicated by several common characteristics: frontal nasal area is depressed, smaller amounts of cartilage and increased fatty tissue in the tip of the nose. As a result of these similarities Dr. Slupchynskyj patented a proven customized solution for patients: "Silastic (S-) Implant." The implant is unique as it corrects the depressed frontal nasal angle and increases the height of the bridge of the nose. Dr. Slupchynskyj states, "This is common, but not limited to, African Americans and Non-Anglics."

A study conducted on Dr. Slupchynskyj's patients confirmed:

1) patients were seeking not to change ethnicity, but achieve facial harmony, and

2) the majority of patients felt an increase in self-esteem post-surgically along with a significant preservation of ethnic characteristics.

Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D. is the Director and Founder of the The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Institute of New York and New Jersey with offices in Manhattan, West Orange, and Lyndhurst. Dr. Slupchynskyj is double board certified through the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology with training specific to the head, neck and face. He is named one of the top 10 plastic surgeons with NewYork.com and is considered a face specialist. He is a member of the following Societies: American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngology, New York County Medical Society, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. More information on his surgical techniques can be found on his Web sites.
source: www.medicalnewstoday.com

Carlsbad Plastic Surgeon Among First to Use FDA Approved Lunchtime Makeover Product

Carlsbad Plastic Surgeon Among First to Use FDA Approved Lunchtime Makeover Product

Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Steve Laverson of Carlsbad, CA, is one of the first cosmetic surgeons to begin using the recent FDA approved PERLANE(R) injectable wrinkle filler on patients in the United States.

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) May 18, 2007 -- What a difference a day makes. Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Steve Laverson of Feel Beautiful Aesthetic Rx of Carlsbad, CA, is one of the first cosmetic surgeons to begin using the recent FDA approved PERLANE(R) injectable filler on patients in the United States.

"We help patients maintain the youthful look they want in the easiest way possible," says Dr. Laverson. "It used to be the only way to restore youth was to either tighten or surgically lift the skin. Cosmetic fillers, like PERLANE(R), give consumers more options to smooth aging facial features."

PERLANE(R) is a hyaluronic acid injectable product used to fill creases of aging and augment the lips. Hyaluronic Acid binds water in your skin to lift and restore the skin's natural elasticity and volume.

"It's found in nature, so it can be used very safely and effectively. This is a huge advantage over synthetic injectables," Dr. Laverson said, "and it lasts six months or more, long enough to get you through that reunion, your child's wedding, or maintain a fresh appearance for more confidence in personal or business situations."

PERLANE(R) is the newest member of the RESTYLANE(R) family of products. The primary difference between RESTYLANE(R) and PERLANE(R) is that the hyaluronic acid gel particles in PERLANE(R) are larger than those found in RESTYLANE(R). PERLANE(R)'s larger gel particles offer enhanced volume and lifting power, ideal for wrinkle and fold correction in deeper layers of the skin. Perlane is commonly used for lip enhancement, wrinkle correction, moderate to severe facial folds, smile lines and thin superficial lines around the eyes, mouth and forehead.

"We are pleased to announce FDA's approval of another product from the RESTYLANE(R) family," said Jonah Shacknai, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Medicis. The company that distributes PERLANE(R) in the USA. "With PERLANE(R)'s approval, physicians now have a new treatment option for their patients. Perlane has been used safely by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 2000 outside the U.S."

The U.S. market for facial fillers is about $175 million, and is growing every year, according to recent research from Allergan, one of the top producers of injectable wrinkle fillers.

Dr. Laverson has been a principal investigator in the FDA sanctioned gel implant study for six years and his new Tummy Tuck technique was recently featured in the Journal of Aesthetic Surgery. He offers a myriad of non-surgical and surgical treatments depending on the needs of each patient. "The development of new techniques and innovative products in recent years has resulted in minimally invasive and safer procedures that offer longer lasting results, with minimal downtime," says Dr. Laverson.

Dr. Steve Laverson is a renowned Carlsbad, CA plastic surgeon, Board Certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
source: www.prweb.com

Carlsbad Plastic Surgeon Among First to Use FDA Approved Lunchtime Makeover Product

Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Steve Laverson of Carlsbad, CA, is one of the first cosmetic surgeons to begin using the recent FDA approved PERLANE(R) injectable wrinkle filler on patients in the United States.Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) May 18, 2007 -- What a difference a day makes. Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Steve Laverson of Feel Beautiful Aesthetic Rx of Carlsbad, CA, is one of the first cosmetic surgeons to begin using the recent FDA approved PERLANE(R) injectable filler on patients in the United States.

"We help patients maintain the youthful look they want in the easiest way possible," says Dr. Laverson. "It used to be the only way to restore youth was to either tighten or surgically lift the skin. Cosmetic fillers, like PERLANE(R), give consumers more options to smooth aging facial features."

PERLANE(R) is a hyaluronic acid injectable product used to fill creases of aging and augment the lips. Hyaluronic Acid binds water in your skin to lift and restore the skin's natural elasticity and volume.

"It's found in nature, so it can be used very safely and effectively. This is a huge advantage over synthetic injectables," Dr. Laverson said, "and it lasts six months or more, long enough to get you through that reunion, your child's wedding, or maintain a fresh appearance for more confidence in personal or business situations."

PERLANE(R) is the newest member of the RESTYLANE(R) family of products. The primary difference between RESTYLANE(R) and PERLANE(R) is that the hyaluronic acid gel particles in PERLANE(R) are larger than those found in RESTYLANE(R). PERLANE(R)'s larger gel particles offer enhanced volume and lifting power, ideal for wrinkle and fold correction in deeper layers of the skin. Perlane is commonly used for lip enhancement, wrinkle correction, moderate to severe facial folds, smile lines and thin superficial lines around the eyes, mouth and forehead.

"We are pleased to announce FDA's approval of another product from the RESTYLANE(R) family," said Jonah Shacknai, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Medicis. The company that distributes PERLANE(R) in the USA. "With PERLANE(R)'s approval, physicians now have a new treatment option for their patients. Perlane has been used safely by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 2000 outside the U.S."

The U.S. market for facial fillers is about $175 million, and is growing every year, according to recent research from Allergan, one of the top producers of injectable wrinkle fillers.

Dr. Laverson has been a principal investigator in the FDA sanctioned gel implant study for six years and his new Tummy Tuck technique was recently featured in the Journal of Aesthetic Surgery. He offers a myriad of non-surgical and surgical treatments depending on the needs of each patient. "The development of new techniques and innovative products in recent years has resulted in minimally invasive and safer procedures that offer longer lasting results, with minimal downtime," says Dr. Laverson.

Dr. Steve Laverson is a renowned Carlsbad, CA plastic surgeon, Board Certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
source:news.yahoo.com

Do-it-yourself cosmetic lasers worry doctors

Last year, more than 11-million cosmetic procedures were performed in this country and 80-percent of them were non-surgical.

Now many people have found a way to revitalize skin, without the expense, in the comfort of their own home.

Hand-held, personal lasers pledge do-it-yourself costs with professional results. They promise to smooth wrinkles and get rid of blotches.

From $129 to upwards of $500, Web sites are loaded with convincing before and after photos.

"I think this is the wave of the future," says Dr. Jay Burns, former president of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Burns says some of the devices are based on legitimate science. Some are not.

The RejuvaWand is available online for just $159. It really does have two infrared wavelengths of laser energy. In theory, it's similar to the high-powered devices that cost customers hundreds of dollars a session.

Instead of half a dozen or so treatments over time, people are advised to use the RejuvaWand every day.

"The theory is that you do it every day so it adds up," says Dr. Burns. "Well, zero plus zero I think equals zero. I don't think there's enough energy to make a difference."

Aesthetician Tina Jackson says there may be another complication.

"I have a hard enough time getting my patients keep their cleanser on their skin for two minutes, let along hold a device on their skin for 10 to 30 minutes at a time," Jackson says.

News 8 also checked out the popular Zeno device which is widely advertised and sold in retail stores to reduce acne.

It operates on the same principle as a laser by heating beneath the skin to promote healing.

Dr. Burns says it does work.

"But if you compare that, it's actually no better than benzoil peroxide," Burns says. "So it might work, but it's a lot of money, and benzoil peroxide is just a prescription or over-the-counter [treatment]."

After several at-home treaments, patient Marsha Pendleton decided to return to a skilled clinician.

"I can already see more results than what I smeared on my face at home," she says.

Doctors say there may be some other positive news about these personal lasers. They're not powerful enough to do any real harm, right now.
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Arab Girls Interested In Surgery Cosmetic

A Dove survey has revealed a change in how Arab women typically view beauty. A surprising 37 percent of girls between the ages of 15 and 17 said they would consider having cosmetic surgery. Only 27 percent of adult females in the region aged 18 to 64 would opt for cosmetic surgery. The survey done as part of Dove’s Real Beauty campaign surveyed 3,300 females aged 15 – 64 in ten Arab countries such as Saudi Arabia and Iran.



Plastic surgeon, Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar said that in many “Arab countries, ‘plastic surgery’ is becoming a status symbol.

source:www.carefair.com

Scalpel Sharon Gives Up Surgery

Upon hearing news that she is due to replace Halloween, Sharon Osborne has decided not have any more cosmetic surgery.

Scary devil mum Sharon Osborne has had more surgery than hot dinners (definitely true if those alleged anorexia rumours are to be believed), but she has finally decided that enough is enough. Her old lady boobs can only get so big and that face of hers can only get so shiny, at some point common sense must prevail; at some point she needs to realise she has become the elusive Blair Witch. And that time is now.

Aesthetic Surgeons Sort Through Data and Hype on New and Upcoming Fat Treatments

The world's top plastic surgeons gathered here recently to discuss "Hot Topics" in fat treatment at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). SmartLipo(TM), a laser-assisted lipolysis (fat destroying) procedure, and two ultrasound-based techniques for fat reduction were discussed and debated. Although SmartLipo received FDA clearance in late 2006, alarm bells rang for many experts when discussing this procedure based on the recent publication of data showing that this procedure was no better than traditional liposuction, andthat it may present some risks to the liver and kidneys due to the way it releases free fatty acids when destroying the fat cells.

"We need to sit back and evaluate new technology as scientists before we can recommend it to patients. We now have a well-designed trial demonstrating that SmartLipo(TM) does not have any significant advantages over standard liposuction, that it may increase operative time, and that it's more costly. The study also raises the very serious concern that the effect of the laser emitted by the SmartLipo(TM) device releases free fatty acids that could be dangerous for our patients. Suction-assisted lipoplasty remains our standard of care," said presenter Z. Paul Lorenc, MD.

The data presented by Dr. Lorenc on SmartLipo were from a prospective randomized study published in 2006 by Arturo Prado, MD, in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal that compared suction-assisted lipoplasty and laser-assisted lipoplasty. With SmartLipo(TM), a laser probe is inserted into the target area through a small incision. The surgeon aims the probe at fatty tissue to rupture the fat cells. Smaller fat cells are then absorbed by the body, while larger areas are aspirated (suctioned). This technique has received significant media attention as a popular 'fat-melting' treatment with a celebrity following.

"Similar 'fat melting' technology was promoted about 15 to 20 years ago. I am amazed it could come back 15 years later in a different guise," noted Dr. Peter Fodor, MD, past president of ASAPS and past president of the Lipoplasty Society of North America.

During Hot Topics two other ultrasound fat treatment techniques were discussed. Liposonix(R) and UltraShape(R) are both in development and not currently approved by the U.S. FDA. These are ultrasound-based body sculpting devices that may offer some patients a non-surgical alternative to traditional suction-based liposuction. In both techniques, ultrasound is administered via external device. The excess fat targeted by the ultrasound is destroyed and then naturally absorbed and removed by the body.

All studies of Liposonix(R) to date have been performed in Mexico. Data from the Mexican research has been submitted to the FDA and a U.S. study is expected to begin soon. Data from studies in the U.S. and Europe, several of which have been published, has demonstrated that UltraShape(R) produces measurable reductions in circumference of treatment areas, no serious adverse events, and high patient satisfaction with minimal to no pain or discomfort. This technique is still being refined and improved for more consistent results.

"Ultrasound devices, if approved, could provide convenience for patients who don't want surgery or invasive treatment for contouring of the abdomen, flanks and thighs," said Benjamin Ascher, MD, UltraShape(R) investigator. "In general, the success of any body contouring technique requires selecting the right treatment for the right patient, and making sure the patient has realistic expectations."

Neither the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) nor the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF) advocates or endorses the procedures or technologies presented at the Hot Topics seminar. This seminar is strictly for the purposes of research and education in cosmetic plastic surgery. The reporting, advertising or clinical use of these procedures and technologies should be conducted cautiously, responsibly and with full disclosure of their unproven nature.

The 2400-member American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) is the only plastic surgery organization devoted entirely to the advancement of cosmetic surgery. ASAPS is recognized throughout the world as the authoritative source for cosmetic surgery education. U.S. members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Canadian members are certified in plastic surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Toll-free referral line: 888.ASAPS.11 (272.7711). Web site: http://www.surgery.org/.

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Eyelid Lift As A Medical Issue

Vision problems typically increase with age and sometimes the problem is on the outside. The eyelids and brow begins to sag as gravity sets in impairing vision. Many people have turned to cosmetic surgery, not covered by insurance. In a special report, KSBI-TV has discovered a growing number of patients are having insurance cover the procedure to repair drooping eyelids.


Judy Kenaga's sight is spectacular these days, but before surgery it was heavily impaired. Kenaga never noticed she couldn't see.


"I guess like everything else with age, you don't realize. It's so gradual, you don't realize that it's happening," says Kenaga.


Dr. Scott Sigler says Kenaga had a prominent frown line when she went to Sigler & Scott Eye Associates. The brows were below the brow line and her eyelids were sagging, blocking vision.


Sigler says this happens over time as gravity sets in. He says patients used to think of it solely as a cosmetic issue.


"People that noticed their eyelids drooping or noticed their brow drooping would go to a surgeon and pay money to have that corrected thinking it was cosmetic. But it becomes a functional surgery, not a cosmetic surgery, if their visual field is affected and so more people are aware of that," explains Sigler.


Kenaga was a perfect candidate for the surgery as a medical procedure.


She underwent a brow lift and a blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, both covered by insurance.


Sigler makes two incisions in the hairline to lift the brow. He removes excess skin and fatty tissue from the eyelids through incisions on the natural crease.


Kenaga says it made a world of difference just one week after surgery.


"It's a brighter world now, I can see more of it and it's brighter!" says Kenaga.


The visual field test helps determine if it's a medical issue. You look into a device and hit a button when a light comes into view.


Sigler says, "Then we tape up their eyelid out of the way and redo the test to see how much they've improved."


Sigler showed KSBI-TV Kenaga's test.


"Normally she's missing out on a lot of the world, she's only seeing to the 25 degree mark. Once we taped the lid out of place, she could see up almost to the 50 degree mark," explains Sigler.


Medicare and many insurances will cover the surgery if vision is below the 30 degree mark and improves to the 40-50 degree mark. Sigler says the procedure as a medical issue is gaining popularity.


"You've got all the baby-boomers getting older and they don't want to be older, they want to be young again and they want to be able to see good. They're very interested in being competitive in their workplace, so they're interested in the surgery," says Sigler.


Kenaga now looks years younger, but she says that was an added bonus.


"That was just a side effect, looking better. The main thing was to see better," says Kenaga.


Sigler tells us more men in their 40's and 50's are having this procedure within the last two years. He suspects it's because they want to remain competitive in their job fields.


Check with your doctor to see if you may be a candidate for the procedure.

source:www.ksbitv.com

Trade fairs focusing on beauty care and spa therapies commences in Dubai

Beautyworld Middle East 2007 and Wellness and Spas Middle East 2007, the two Messe Frankfurt trade fairs, commences from May 20th till May 22nd 2007 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The expos will be explore the latest in fashion, cosmetics and spa therapies, forming the largest combined personal care and lifestyle health event anywhere in the Middle East and providing the perfect opportunity for exhibitors to capitalize on the burgeoning trends.

Heather Nix, Group Exhibitions Manager, Messe Frankfurt, said on behalf of Beautyworld, “The growth of the region’s cosmetics and personal care industry has been phenomenal. Last year the market in the UAE alone was worth more than Dh1.51 billion in retail sales, an increase from Dh1.41 billion in the previous year. The consumption of cosmetics and perfumes in this region ranks among the highest per capita world wide, with an average purchase at around Dh1, 226 per head”.

source:www.gowealthy.com

Rembrandt(R) Oral Health and Beauty Debuts Haven for New Yorkers to Show Off Their Brilliant Mouths

Just in time for spring, REMBRANDT(R),
the world's first premium oral health and beauty brand, will enlighten
consumers on the brilliance of the mouth at their first-ever temporary
boutique in New York City dubbed, The Brilliant Mouth Experience.
The Brilliant Mouth Experience will be located on the bustling corner
of Broadway and Broome Street and will be open to the public for six weeks
beginning on May 18. The boutique's interactive and stylized atmosphere
will evoke the feeling of a chic, neighborhood apothecary. The Brilliant
Mouth Experience will mirror REMBRANDT(R)'s new, breakthrough packaging,
reflecting their vision to redefine the oral care category and say "bye
bye" to boring toothpaste.
Debuting on May 17 at an exclusive preview event in Manhattan's hip
SoHo shopping district, the 1,800 square foot boutique will pay homage to
the mouth - a revolutionary approach to a category that's focused on
function, teeth and smiles. REMBRANDT(R) Oral Health and Beauty understands
the emotional power of the mouth. After all, it's the only body part that
can speak for itself.
"Through the interactive activities at The Brilliant Mouth Experience,
we hope to inspire consumers to care about their mouth as much as they care
about their skin, their hair and their nails," said Carmen Nestares,
Product Director, REMBRANDT(R). "The power of the mouth should not be
underestimated - it is the closest we get to a person's innermost thoughts
and life experiences. Our products focus on caring for the entire mouth
because white teeth don't matter if there is nothing to smile about."
One of the highlights of The Brilliant Mouth Experience will be a
series of beauty events with magazines. In addition, guests of the boutique
will engage in activities that celebrate a Brilliant Mouth, including
sampling products from an Andy Warhol inspired REMBRANDT(R) installation
wall. When visitors remove a REMBRANDT(R) product, the wall reveals a
unique message conveying how oral health and beauty is both essential and
fashionable. Guests will also have an opportunity to capture their
Brilliant Mouths and show the world who they are through the REMBRANDT(R)
camera. Photos taken at the boutique will be transformed into a collage of
ever-changing Brilliant Mouths looping on televisions inside The Brilliant
Mouth Experience. Select photos will appear on the Rembrandt.com photo
gallery.
REMBRANDT(R) specialists will educate visiting consumers on the
Brilliant Science behind their oral health and beauty product suite. While
promoting a happy and healthy mouth, REMBRANDT(R) is innovating oral care
by using premium ingredients that gently whiten teeth. Using an enzyme
found in papaya plants, REMBRANDT(R) created CITROXAIN(R) to effectively
and gently break up stains without scratching the enamel. This proprietary
blend of citrates is core to the efficacy of Rembrandt's Classic line of
toothpaste. REMBRANDT(R) PLUS line of toothpastes use a BIO-AVAILABLE(R)
peroxide so that they can start to work immediately. REMBRANDT(R) Whitening
Treatments are made with a time-release peroxide which is designed to
reduce the tooth sensitivity and gum irritation people can experience with
whitening treatments.
About the REMBRANDT(R) Brand: Take Care of Your Mouth, It Can Be
Brilliant
REMBRANDT(R) paved the way in the oral care category as the first
toothpaste brand to whiten teeth with mild abrasives. At REMBRANDT(R),
having a healthy mouth goes beyond teeth and gums. We care about your
entire mouth. It's this mouth of yours that literally tells the world who
you are. With a little love and care, it can be brilliant. REMBRANDT(R)'s
innovative packaging and new brand identity was led by New York advertising
agency Mother.

Foot Care Products Market to Surpass $900 Million by 2011

Foot Care Products Market to Surpass $900 Million by 2011

The U.S. foot care market kicked up its heels for the first time in several years with a 5.7% sales increase in 2006, reaching $793 million in over-the-counter medication and device sales. Sales are expected to continue growing at a conservative pace, exceeding $900 million by 2011, according to Foot Care Products in the U.S., a new report from Packaged Facts.

Private-label sales, which accounted for 44% of the $43 million increase in 2006, have taken a step forward in the market as
consumer demand for both premium and value-priced products increased and as consumers become increasingly loyal to store brands.

Foot care medication sales are expected to outrun foot care device sales growth by 2011, but device sales have already proven they can go the distance. Foot care devices increased sales by 9% in 2006, catching up with medication sales for the first time since 2003.

The shift toward niche categories and emphasis on increasing household penetration will continue to gain momentum in the coming years as marketers race to change the definition of foot care with spa and beauty products. The 77-million strong Baby Boomer community is also expected to contribute to the foot care product market's steady growth.

"The foot care market has evolved from being a prescription-driven business to a self-care, consumer-driven one," notes Tatjana Meerman, Managing Editor of Packaged Facts. "People over 50 represent 50% of consumer spending, and they are more likely to experiment, research health and wellness issues, and value exercise and healthful diets in a never ending attempt to stay young."

Now in its third edition, Foot Care Products in the U.S. provides a comprehensive look at the over-the-counter foot care medication and devices categories of the foot care market. It provides in-depth analysis of key issues and trends, top foot care marketers and brands, and marketing dynamics within the foot care industry. The report is available from Packaged Facts by visiting http://www.packagedfacts.com/Footcare-Products-1432869 . It is also available at MarketResearch.com.

About Packaged Facts

Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.com, publishes market intelligence on a wide range of consumer industries, including consumer goods and retailing, food and beverage, and demographics. For more information visit http://www.packagedfacts.com/, or contact Tom Ehart at 240-747-3014, or tehart@marketresearch.com.

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Maximum Rejuvenation with Minimal Downtime at South Florida Center for Cosmetic SurgeryMaximum Rejuvenation with Minimal Downtime at South Florida Cen

The South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery is proud to unveil a comprehensive lineup of procedures to refresh and renew their clientele with minimal downtime. With a complete array of injectables, light therapies, and "weekend" treatments such as SmartlipoTM liposuction, the Miami and Fort Lauderdale offices of the South Florida Center can now offer men and women who are too busy for surgery an effective way to fine tune their appearance.

In the outdoor-oriented, body-conscious culture of South Florida, everyone wants to look their best. "We recognize that, for a variety of good reasons, not everyone in Fort Lauderdale and Miami can fit plastic surgery into their schedule," said Tess Jahnke, President of the South Florida Center. "We want to accommodate those for whom a minimal downtime procedure is most appropriate. With over 20 treatments available, we can offer just about everyone a way to look their best in no time."

"Our treatment menu is diverse," she continued. "It offers procedures that are non-surgical as well as those that, while they may technically be called 'surgery,' are minimally-invasive and allow a speedy recovery. We're experienced with both tried-and-true treatments as well as more recent innovations."

One of the newer procedures offered by the South Florida Center in their locations in Fort Lauderdale and Miami is SmartlipoTM liposuction. This FDA-approved liposuction innovation, recently featured in People magazine, is a much less invasive procedure than traditional liposuction and requires only local anesthesia. Another new procedure Jahnke predicts will become quite popular with her Miami and Fort Lauderdale clients is a "lunchtime" facelift with the AffirmTM laser. "It really delivers on the promise of non-invasive skin rejuvenation," she states. "The laser penetrates the skin deeply enough to prompt renewal, but not so deeply as to cause the undue pain, redness and swelling associated with some other treatments."

Some of Jahnke's clients know exactly what problem areas they want to treat, while others are more generally frustrated with the aging process and aren't sure where to start. No matter the situation, she invites residents of greater Fort Lauderdale and Miami to learn about rejuvenation treatments available from the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery at www.floridacenter.com.

The South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery is the largest cosmetic surgery center in South Florida with locations in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. The most popular surgical procedures at the Center are breast augmentation, liposuction and tummy tucks. The Center also provides a full range of other cosmetic surgery procedures, spa services, and cosmetic dentistry.

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Sharon Osbourne too Old for Pain of Cosmetic Surgery

Sharon Osbourne has admitted to a number of nip and tuck procedures on virtually every body part including a breast job, face lift, brow lift and inserting and removal of gastric by-pass band. However, the 54-year old wife of rocker Ozzie Osbourne has declared that she has had enough. The British celeb was reported as stating that she is getting too old for the pain associated with cosmetic surgery. The Sun, a UK tabloid, quoted Osbourne as stating that previous plastic surgery was her “following a dream”. She was further quoted as declaring that her breast operation was “…the worst thing I ever did.”


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