Monthly Archives: July 2010

6 Things To Know Before a Laser Treatment

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Laser skin treatments work wonders for resurfacing and rejuvenation, as well for hair removal. If you are considering a laser treatment, there are a few things you should consider before your procedure: Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon that has extensive experience with lasers. An experienced doctor will be able to recommend the best laser for…

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Workers’ Comp Reimburses Burst Implant in NC

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Work-related injuries are usually covered by workers’ compensation. But what happens when your elective cosmetic surgery is affected by said injuries? According to a ruling by the North Carolina Court of Appeals, a burst breast implant that is a result of a work-related injury should be reimbursed by workers’ compensation. In 2001, home-care nurse Penny…

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How About Botox® to Boost Your Mood?

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Sure, getting rid of wrinkles can make anyone smile.  A new study found that Botox® not only soothes away wrinkles, but can also trick your brain into making you feel happy. The study, which was performed by the US Association for Psychological Science, found that the wrinkle-reducing injectable actually has a positive effect on the…

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The Downsides of Feeling Fat

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Is feeling fat just as detrimental to your quality of life as actually being fat? According to NewBeauty Magazine, people who merely think they are fat suffer a lower quality of life as compared to people who think they are a healthy weight. The study, which was administered in Germany, asked 7,000 adolescents to assess…

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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall…

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A new study shows that you may not know the back of your hand just as well as you think. Scientists have recently found that the human brain contains highly distorted perceptions of the size and shape of our hands. The study, which was performed at University College London, found that most people perceive their…

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Awake for Implants? Not a Safe Bet

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A recent article in the New York Times delves into a modern cosmetic surgery technique that is somewhat controversial, and at times dangerous. The latest trend in cosmetic surgery allows patients to be awake, though highly sedated, during their procedure. In some cases, doctors will even prop patients up to approve the size of the…

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