Author Archives: George Peck, Jr
The Science of Chemical Peels
Evidence and Considerations in the Application of Chemical Peels in Skin Disorders and Aesthetic Resurfacing Marta I. Rendon, MD,a Diane S. Berson, MD, FAAD,b Joel L. Cohen, MD, FAAD,c Wendy E. Roberts, MD,d Isaac Starker, MD, FACS,e and Beatrice Wang, MD, FRCPC, FAADf Abstract Chemical peeling is a popular, relatively inexpensive, and generally safe method for treatment of some skin […]
What is Collagen? The Glue Holding the Body Together
Collagen is the most abundant protein in mammals, accounting for around 30% of the protein content of the human body. It is often considered to be the “glue that holds the body together”. Collagen is found in fibrous tissues such as skin, ligaments and tendons, as well as in the bones, blood vessels, the cornea […]
Cosmetic surgery operations in UK top 50,000 for the first time
Cosmetic surgery operations in UK top 50,000 for the first time Market in 2013 for plastic surgery was mainly female, says data released by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Denis Campbell, health correspondent The Guardian, Sunday 2 February 2014 Demand for cosmetic surgery in Britain grew in 2013 despite concerns over unauthorised chemicals […]
Kate Upton or Kate Middleton?
Eyebrow Lift Surgery Becoming More Popular As Breast Implants Decline In Britain The Huffington Post | By Rebecca AdamsPosted: 01/28/2013 2:43 pm EST | Updated: 01/28/2013 6:23 pm EST When the curvy Kate Upton was asked by GQ what her one wish would be, she replied, “I would have smaller boobs. Just kidding! Hahaha.” We can only assume this sentiment is shared by our […]
Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation
Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation Current Concepts and Future Expectations Moetaz El-Domyati, Walid Medhat Expert Rev Dermatol. 2013;8(5):565-580. Abstract and Introduction Abstract Aging of the skin is a multifactorial phenomenon in which ongoing intrinsic changes combine the cumulative effects of chronic exposure to the elements, primarily UV radiation, in a synergistic fashion, causing the skin to lose […]
Exercise Your Face?
Jury Still Out On Facial Exercises as Method for Aesthetic Rejuvenation First systematic review finds evidence on facial exercises lacking Facial exercises have been touted as a less invasive and less expensive alternative to traditional facial rejuvenation procedures, but do they really work? To evaluate the efficacy of this nonmedical approach to facial revitalization, researchers […]
Marijuana and Gynecomastia
Plastic surgeons: Link between man boobs and pot is real November 23, 2013 12:54 pm by Melissa Dribben | 1 Comments Share This Story As legalized medical marijuana gains acceptance across the country, a long-smoldering question burns a little hotter. In the vernacular, stoners ask, “Do doobies make boobies?” Plastic surgeons phrase it more scientifically. “Does marijuana cause […]
Mycobacterium infections cases in the Dominican Republic
CDC urges plastic surgeons to be alert for rapidly growing Mycobacterium infections from cases performed in the Dominican Republic The Division of Global Migration and Quarantine and the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP) at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) are investigating cases of surgical-site infections caused by rapidly growing Mycobacterial species (e.g. M. […]
Fat Transplants to Breast
Fat Grafting for Breast Augmentation What Women Should Know: The idea of taking your own fat and repositioning it to augment your breasts has captured the attention of both consumers and the media. Research on the safety and efficacy of this procedure is continuing to further evaluate benefits and risks. ASAPS believes you should consider […]
That Nose, That Chin, Those Lips
That Nose, That Chin, Those Lips With Plastic Surgery, a Makeover to Look Like a Celebrity By ABBY ELLIN When Nino Dean looks in the mirror, the face staring back at him is eerily evocative of Vanessa Paradis, the French chanteuse and former paramour of Johnny Depp. This is not a lucky roll of the genetic […]
