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We found that extrusion occurs less frequently with the rapidly absorbed polyglytone 6211 suture material, without increase in granuloma formation, infection, dehiscence, cellulitis, necrosis, seroma formation, and hematoma formation. We also observed no clinical difference in the cosmetic appearanc...
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PMID: 20585236
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We suggest its application not only for surgical-administrative reasons but also for academic purposes....
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PMID: 20606587
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BDD is relatively common in a dermatologic setting, especially among patients seeking cosmetic treatments. These patients have some different features compared with general dermatology patients. Dermatologists should be aware of the clinical characteristics of BDD to identify and refer these patient...
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PMID: 20561712
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Multifactorial analysis of the data shows that pain intensity is dependent on sex of the patient (P = .030) and location of the treated field (P < .001). Visual analog scale scores were independent of the age and skin type of the patient. No significant difference in pain between the use of 5-amino-...
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PMID: 20538367
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Virginie Turlier,
Amandine Rouquier,
David Black,
Gwendal Josse,
Arielle Auvergnat,
Alain Briant,
Serge Dahan,
Véronique Gassia,
Christine Saint-Martory,
Wassim Zakaria,
Catherine Queille-Roussel,
Catherine Grognard-Gourdon,
Daphné Thioly-Bensoussan,
Arnaud Degouy and
Anne-Marie Schmitt
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The filler injection highly significantly decreased the depth of NLFs (p < 0.0001) at all time points, with an improvement of at least 1 grade in the Lemperle score in 77% and 89% of the subjects at 9 and 12 months, respectively. NLF volume measured on replicas and 3D images significantly decreased...
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PMID: 20653347
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Treatment of the aging lower eyelid is determined by the anatomic variables noted for each surgical candidate. Although surgeons have traditionally considered dermatochalasis, fat pseudoherniation, and eyelid position as the main treatment objectives in lower blepharoplasty, the vector of the infrao...
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PMID: 20659672
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For the entire cohort, blood was drawn 25.6 +/- 6.6 minutes after IPL was completed. In the face only group, the mean lidocaine level was 0.122 +/- 0.125 microg/mL, and the mean prilocaine level was 0.048 +/- 0.029 microg/mL. In the face, neck, and chest group, the mean lidocaine level was 0.272 +/-...
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PMID: 20653728
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The use of topical herbal remedies (THRs) among plastic surgery patients is rampant, sometimes indiscriminately, and expanding rapidly. Supporting scientific evidence is low, and most patients who use THRs believe firmly that being 'natural', these agents are 'safe'. The federal regulation of THRs i...
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PMID: 19398395
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Electroporation (EP) is a modern and versatile method that allows the penetration of macromolecules from the intercellular space into cells by forming the channels, under the influence of electromagnetic field. In addition to natural channels and pumps, building cell membranes, resulting electropore...
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PMID: 20642114
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The aim of this study was to identify buccal/gingival cosmetic dentistry patterns subjacent to formation and professional practice of the dental surgeon from the ethnocentrism point of view. This is an exploratory study with a qualitative approach based on the thematic analysis. Initially a document...
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PMID: 20640340
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We report a case of superficially applied HA and consider the histopathologic differential diagnosis of endogenous and injected mucin in the dermis....
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PMID: 20110796
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The long-term durability of a small gel particle-based hyaluronic acid in the tear trough is substantiated for the first time in an objective, quantitative fashion using three-dimensional imaging for evaluation of volumetric facial rejuvenation. Three-dimensional photographic imaging offers clinicia...
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PMID: 20440170
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The purpose of this study was to report a new technique of microkeratome-assisted corneal tattooing for cosmetic improvement in a young female patient with adherent leucoma.
The para-axial adherent leucoma had resulted from penetrating corneal injury sustained at the age of 2 years. A nasal hinged p...
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PMID: 20164761
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The authors' data demonstrate that there are numerous non-plastic surgeons performing cosmetic procedures, especially in the field of minimally invasive therapies. In addition, there is a growing contingent of non-surgery-trained individuals providing surgical cosmetic treatments, especially liposuc...
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PMID: 20335878
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We report on an interesting case of ischemic colitis after mesotherapy combined with anti-obesity medications in a 39-year-old female who had no risk factors....
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PMID: 20333798
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A 19-year-old female presented with a history of accidentally poking herself in the left eye when her eyelash curlers broke suddenly. Initial assessment revealed a laceration in the infero-nasal cornea of the left eye. The patient was also noted to have developed a traumatic cataract. Surgical explo...
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PMID: 19330344
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The authors present their surgical outcomes and discuss the indications, benefits, and lessons they have learned from their experience with this useful technique in relation to the published literature. The ideal candidate for this procedure appears to be a patient who is older, presents with excess...
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PMID: 20442100
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These results demonstrate the long-term safety and effectiveness of Radiesse. Three years after Radiesse injection, no delayed-onset or long-term adverse events were reported. In addition, many patients showed some long-term cosmetic improvement. The durability and safety of Radiesse compare favorab...
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PMID: 20442101
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Our data showed that successive Contour I treatments at two-week intervals were safe and tolerable and also significantly reduced treatment area circumference....
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PMID: 20442099
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Gluteal implants are an effective and predictable way to remodel the buttocks. However, depending on the anatomical plane employed and the manner in which the implant pocket is dissected, the results can be frustrating. The only way to prevent palpable or visible implants (the major causes of a poor...
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PMID: 20442105
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Cosmetic dermatology is a field of medicine that is in constant development; therefore, the use of objective methods for validating the findings of scientific studies is crucial. The most commonly used techniques in the majority of these studies include histopathology, immunohistochemistry, morphome...
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PMID: 20464089
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Macrolane, a compound composed of hyaluronic acid, is the newest product to be marketed for breast augmentation. Like many previous breast augmentation products, Macrolane has been authorised for use with very little published scientific data on its safety and efficacy in breast augm...
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PMID: 19967357
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Aesthetic reduction of the labia minora has gained popularity, and a number of different techniques have been described. Each procedure has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. However, no algorithm has been defined for pairing the degree of deformity with the optimal surgica...
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PMID: 20043154
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For a nonfunctional, unattractive, and painless eye, lamellar keratectomy with conjunctiva recovery appears to be an appealing alternative to nonconservative eyeball surgeries....
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PMID: 20130704
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BACKGROUND: Administering injections of dermal fillers has become a popular office procedure that is performed to restore facial volume, augment facial volume or both. Injectable silicone is a nonbiodegradable filler that was introduced 40 years ago. Adverse reactions can develop from its long-term...
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PMID: 20123874
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Periorbital rhytids are often the first signs of aging skin for which young patients seek a non-invasive, no downtime treatment. Recently, several skin-tightening modalities based on deep dermal heating with various energy sources, such as monopolar and bipolar radiofrequency, as well as laser and b...
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PMID: 20020836
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We could study the morphological findings, or with oil red O, to enable us to identify lipid deposits. The histological findings observed in biopsies taken after a single RF treatment showed changes in shape, size, and lipid content, as well as in cytoplasmic and nuclear morphology. After RF treatme...
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PMID: 19322624
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High quality intense pulsed light (IPL) systems can offer simple, safe and effective treatments for long-term hair reduction, skin rejuvenation and removal of benign vascular and pigmented lesions. Considerable differences in clinical efficacy and adverse effects have been recorded amongst different...
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PMID: 20017711
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The premium that our society has placed on youthful appearance has driven an ever increasing number of patients to seek facial rejuvenation. As the demand for these procedures has increased so has the expectation that these procedures can be performed more safely while ultimately delivering a more n...
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PMID: 20629288
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Patient's desires for an un-operated look and shorter recovery times have lead to a blending of surgical and nonsurgical techniques to effect facial rejuvenation. Anatomical changes within the skeleton and soft tissue compartments are discussed. A brief review of adjunctive techniques to replace vol...
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PMID: 20629289
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We present a technique for donor face reconstruction that is both expedient and cost-effective. Instead of laboratory-cured silicone or acrylic polymers with internal and external coloration, an A-silicone impression material with a 2-minute set time and external colouring is used....
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PMID: 20306928
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UltraShape is an exciting, clinically proven, nonsurgical and noninvasive body-contouring solution for both men and women. It offers an alternative to patients seeking effective reduction of localized areas of fat deposits without surgery. The procedure uses ultrasound technology to deliver focused...
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PMID: 20543638
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Our aim was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Apollo device for non invasive treatment of localized excess fat and facial tightening. 37 female patients were treated for wrinkles, laxity and circumference reduction on different facial and body areas. Facial results were objectively analyzed...
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PMID: 20627852
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I also searched my existing reference files, reference lists of identified articles, and meeting/conference abstracts to ensure completeness. The focus was on clinical medicine and aesthetic trials. To be eligible for the analysis, studies had to include efficacy assessments at multiple timepoints....
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PMID: 20369902
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We report herein the use of such a combined approach in middle-aged women with particular emphasis on botulinum toxin type A, dermal fillers, and chemical peels....
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PMID: 20924438
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Botulinum toxin type A treatment is the foundation of minimally invasive aesthetic facial procedures. Clinicians and their patients recognize the important role, both negative and positive, that facial expression, particularly the glabellar frown lines, plays in self-perception, emotional well-being...
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PMID: 20458348
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There are no reports in the literature of an association between soft tissue filler (STF) injection and fat embolism syndrome (FES). The authors present the case of a 26-year-old woman who was injected in the gluteal area with approximately 200 cc of STF on each side for aesthetic purposes. After th...
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PMID: 20601576
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Lip dimensions and their relation to the whole face have been discussed mainly in the dental literature. There have been few attempts to scientifically measure the degree of lip augmentation, regardless of method.
The authors describe a Lip Index that will allow reliable, quantitative analysis of th...
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PMID: 20601553
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