Can Botox replace Prozac?

NewBeauty.comCan Botox Replace Prozac?
Millions turn to Botox to erase the external signs of sadness.  Conversely, Darwin first suggested that facial muscle and skin movement might contribute to our moods and emotions.  So Eric Finzi, MD, PhD, and Erika Wasserman, PhD, set out to see if alleviating furrowed brows could impact depression.

Ten clinically depressed patients between 36 and 63 who had never been treated with Botox were given injections.  Two months later, the patients were found to have an absence of frown lines and given a repeat test for depression.  Read More 

Industry, Plastic Surgery
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The Future of Skin Care: Laboratory-Manufactured Human Skin

The Future of Skin Care: Laboratory-Manufactured Human SkinWe constantly saturate our skin with expensive serums and face creams to prevent future damage, but what we don’t realize is how lucky we are that our skin has not undergone a serious trauma (aside from the emotional trauma we experience due to aging).  There are people out there with much worse problems than crow’s feet or frown lines (though at times these may seem equally devastating).  Some people have had the misfortune of experiencing tragic skin damage or loss due to a serious injury or birth defect.  This week, a revolution in skin care has occurred.  According to Medical News Today, “laboratory-made living human skin has been fully and consistently integrated into the human body.”  Past skin grafting attempts (adhering new skin to seriously damaged skin) have proven unsuccessful, and tend biodegrade in a matter of weeks.

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Plastic Surgery, Skin Care
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Is Your Plastic Surgeon Accredited?

Is Your Plastic Surgeon Accredited?We all want to trust the white coat but all doctors are not trained in plastic surgery and some do not have the proper credentials.  Based on a poll conducted by the American Association of Plastic Surgeons, many of you do not know if your doctor is accredited nor have you done any research on the procedure at hand. 

According to the poll, only 28% of patients checked their doctors’ credentials.  While 91% of patients were aware of what to expect prior to the surgery, less than 50% knew of the side effects that could occur do to plastic surgery like, blood clots or nausea.  Remember, there are regulations for staff and facilities as well as equipment but it varies from state to state.  Do your homework to ensure yourself safety and a satisfying experience. 

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Cosmetic Procedures, Plastic Surgery, Popular Concerns
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