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Bella Derma skin clinic promotes awareness about beauty and
2006-09-26 23:57:04
Bella Derma Aesthetics skin care clinic is established by two registered nurses Gail Driscoll and Judith DiGravio in Braintree, Boston. The two partners are giving importance to beauty and also healthy skin. It is also said that they are trying to promote the usage of sun block and sunscreen everyday so as to avoid the possibility of skin cancer. Bella Derma also offers free skin analysis for their patients come for various skin treatments. The owners of the shop are educating people about the skin care and they are with the plan of opening an aesthetician school for nurses. Read
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MammoSite breast brachytherapy is the best radiation therapy
2006-09-26 23:57:04
An FDA approved procedure called MammoSite breast brachytherapy is said to be the best treatment for breast cancer (with an excellent cosmetic outcome). Highlights of MammoSite breast brachytherapy a. MammoSite sends radiation following lumpectomy for early-stage breast cancer. b. This technique substantially lessens the time for post-surgical radiation therapy from 6 weeks to 5 days. c. Soon after lumpectomy the MammoSite device is used to direct the radiation to the breast tissue that is vulnerable to cancer recurrence. d. Using MammoSite therapy, there will not be any complications (redness or peeling of breast skin) that are caused by conventional radiation therapy. Read
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Acoustic Wave therapy to fight cellulite
2006-09-26 23:57:04
Acoustic Wave Therapy (AWT) is a new and painless treatment for reducing cellulite and making the skin smoother. Highlights of Acoustic Wave Therapy a. This new treatment uses the pressure waves to pass through the skin and the fat. b. These pressure waves painlessly correct the connective tissue and release the dimples. c. AWT procedure can be performed on stomach, thighs buttocks and arms etc. d. This procedure takes 30 minutes to finish and one needs to undergo six treatments to notice better results. e. Each treatment costs about $75 Read
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Laser technology - A ubiquitous solution for treating medica
2006-09-23 05:30:05
Now laser technology has made it possible for us to treat many conditions from medical to beauty. By using these lasers doctors are treating many conditions without invasive methods and in terms of cost, the savings are almost half as compared to invasive procedures. The following are conditions that can be treated by Laser technology a. IntraLase machine is a new arrival in laser technology for corneal surgery. This advanced laser has outperformed the surgery that uses blades to perform corneal surgery. This laser surgery can be done in 30 minutes and with great results. It is priced about $2,099. b. By using laser technology doctors are treating blood vessel-type growths, sun spots and brown spots. Lasers are also helpful in removing tattoos. c. Of late laser have become an effective treatment for hair removal and transplantation. d. These lasers can effectively work on middle part of the skin to cause the collagen to remove wrinkles and making the skin smoother and look youth...
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Brunswick medicare pays for gastric bypass surgery
2006-09-22 23:27:04
New Brunswick medicare has conceded the proposal of paying for the procedure that reduces the stomach of morbidly obese people. As the over-weight has become a major health problem in North America, the policy is reviewed to help people in losing their weight. The morbidly obese people who need to undergo gastric bypass surgery with the help of Brunswick medicare should have a documented proof that they have tried diets with medical supervision but gone in vain. Read
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New technologies for youthful looks
2006-09-22 23:27:04
The technological breakthroughs have made aesthetic procedures simpler and have come close to cater to the multitude of cosmetic needs. The number of cosmetic surgeries performed in US in 2005 stood at 10.2 million. Non-invasive procedures zoom The current trend the youth looking at the options available in cosmetic surgery. The innovations in new technologies have reduced the cost of cosmetic work. And the non-invasive techniques have caught fancy of the people over invasive procedures, due to low cost and low recovery time. Botox injections have increased a whopping 388 percent, and laser skin resurfacing by 59 percent, according to the ASPS. Procedures without any scars Gone are the days when the cosmetic procedures leave the signs of scars and marks. The laser technology in particular the Fraxel laser when applied leaves surrounding tissue intact. This laser enables procedures with less scarring and better post operative treatment. Thermage is a new procedure using radio-fre...
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Greeting cards for plastic surgery patients
2006-09-22 05:24:04
A new idea of congratulating those who have undergone plastic surgery is by greeting cards. Camie Dunbar has announced the launch of the greeting cards line from his Lift Me Up Card s company. It is a good idea to send a card with relevant matter to a friend or a family member who has undergone plastic surgery. These standard 5" x 7" cards are priced at $2.95 each and the greeting cards line also includes the complementary notepads available for $4.95. Read
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Chlorine free water can lead to smooth skin
2006-09-22 05:24:04
Bathing with chlorinated water leads to many conditions such as brittle hair, aging skin and various allergies. To make chlorine-free water available, there are some companies offering differnet products. a. Pure Solutions offers a showerhead equipped with charcoal filter inside to make water chlorine-free which costs about $30. b. Green Suites International offers a shower filter which contains KDF-55 filter media. This shower filter eliminates 90 percent or more chlorine from water by using zinc and copper. It spans from 12-15 months and priced about $30-$35. c. Right Stuff One LLC, Cleveland, Ohio brings out a non-charcoal-based KDF-55 shower filter which cuts down water consumption heating-related costs up to 50 percent. It is priced at $50. This filter with its copper acts as a fungicide. d. Sonaki America, Brea, Calif has come out with its new showerhead that use pharmaceutical grade Vitamin C in the filters to remove chlorine. This showerheads (with two filters) start at ...
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Research shows new smile can make you appear more successful
2006-09-21 11:09:04
A research conducted by Beall Research & Training of Chicago has shown that a smile makeover can make one look more successful and intelligent. According to their research it is known that a new smile will make you more confident, successful, intelligent and wealthy to others. Highlights of the Research conducted a. 2 sets of photos of eight individuals ( each set containing 4 pictures of before & 4 pictures of after smile makeovers ) were shown to 528 American and were asked about their opinions about how attractive, intelligent, happy, successful in their career, friendly, interesting, kind, rich, popular with opposite sex and and sensitive to other people they were. b. A majority of the respondents have said that the set of photos which have had smile makeovers were opined to be successful, intelligent and wealthy. Read
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Two new solutions to get rid of acne and acne scarring
2006-09-21 11:09:04
The problems acne and acne scarring are most annoying for anybody who is suffering from them. There are some options available for those who are looking to remove acne and acne scarring. a. Solodyn is an FDA approved daily-once oral treatment by Medicis Pharmaceuticals, is an effective treatment to cure many acne conditions. The minocycline in Solodyn effectively mars acne-causing bacteria. The dosage of Solodyn is not decided by age but the patients weight. Before taking this 12-week course contact your dermatologist. b. For acne scarring there is an FDA approved treatment called Fraxel SR. The treatment is a two fold treatment, one which develops the skin texture by resurfacing and often erases the visible acne scarring and it corrects the damaged skin and morphs the sagged skin into stronger and more elastic by producing new collagen deep into the skin. This procedure needs a numbing cream or oral sedative before it is going to be performed. This procedure can be performed wi...
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US companies to sponsor employees overseas plastic surgeries
2006-09-20 23:06:06
Many US employers are slowing looking at the option of sponsoring overseas surgeries to their employees. The insurance companies are in the forefront of offering overseas surgery packages to cut down the zooming medical bill. The low cost of surgeries in countries like India and Malaysia lesser to the extent of 80% has given birth to medical tourism. But these companies are not ready to disclose their names, because they are scared of negative publicity. The trend is slowly catching up as large companies are also looking at the concept of offshore surgery, to their employees. Some Insurance companies offering Medical tourism packages a. Florida based United Group has been offering overseas surgery packages Read
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Chocolate massage to improve skin texture and ward off folds
2006-09-20 23:06:06
As per the latest research findings Chocolate , especially cocoa based is found to be rich source of anti-oxidants, that arrests aging signs. Now the Spas have taken a step in this direction and have started using chocolates for body treatments. Chocolates are topically applied on skin, to ward off blemishes, wrinkles and soften the skin. Chocolate massage procedure a. First an exfoliating body scrub is applied on the skin, the body scrub removes dead skin accumulated and dirt which prevent the absorption of beneficial ingredients of cocoa. b. Next a thick cover of chocolate (blended with essence oils) is applied c. Then the body is wrapped in a soft silk blanket to enhance the effect. And finally everything is washed off. d. The chocolate wrap is imported from England, Switzerland and Spain. e. The chocolate massage treatment is not edible because the chocolate mud is mixed with essence oils Read
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Two new FDA approved face lift treatments
2006-09-20 17:03:04
FDA has recently approved, 2-new treatment procedures that does away with sagging skin and tightens skin. These are Aluma system and Refirme Highlights of Aluma system a. The Aluma system heats up the skin and breaks the old collagen paving the way for formation of new, smoother collagen. The treatment is performed in 30 minutes. b. The skin is lifted and tightened and the process is painless. c. After the treatment hot water bath and direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided. d. The number of treatments recommended are 6 to 8. e. The Aluma system can be used on any body part. Highlights of Refirme system a. This laser combines electrical energy and infrared light and thus promotes formation of new collagen. b. Full results are seen after undergoing 5 treatments sessions. c. People using pacemaker and pregnant women are not eligible for undergoing this procedure. Both the procedures costs around $2000-$2500, which is half the cost of a face lift with equal results. Read
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Eating excess sugar and smoking leads to skin disorders
2006-09-20 17:03:04
Eating excess sugar makes the skin pores to swell, the enlarged pores trap skin oil and dead skin cells. This eventually leads to red, blotchy skin and acne, according to Kauffman, an aesthetician at the Center for Cosmetic Dermatology in York Township. Smoking can cause sagging, wrinkly skin around the lips. Smoking stimulates wrinkles, as it degrades collagen. The same way excess intake of alcohol dehydrate skin leading to dark under-eye circles and red blotchy patches. Read
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Body contouring surgery to reshape the skin after gastric by
2006-09-20 17:03:04
After gastric bypass surgery the body fat is sucked out leading to significant reduction in your weight, but the skin does not contract due to loss of elasticity. This leads to sagging skin. Body contouring surgery is performed to remove the excess skin. The body contouring procedure involves multiple procedures like tummy tuck, arm lift and thigh lift. The downtime for recovery depends on the extent of the surgery; usually it is between 1-2 months. The cost ranges somewhere between $20,000-$40,000 and there is no insurance coverage for this surgery. Read
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Triactive laser treatment to cure cellulite problem
2006-09-20 05:00:05
There is a new FDA approved laser treatment to treat cellulite. Triactive laser is FDA approved and effectively treats cellulite. Features of Triactive Laser a. Triactive laser works in 3 ways. The cooling system that aids fluid retention, The laser that stimulates blood vessels and collagen fibers beneath the skin and massaging that helps lymphatic drainage. b. Done twice a week, one has to undergo 16 sessions to attain the desired result. c. After the treatment sessions, one has to undergo the treatment once in 2 months to maintain the results. d. Triactive laser treatment is only for those, who exercise regularly and are at their ideal weight. e. The cost of Triactive laser is $2000 dollars Read
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Five fingers shoe from Vibram
2006-09-19 22:57:05
Five Finger s, newly designed shoes for runners from the famous shoe designer Vibram . These shoes are originally meant for sailing and other outdoor games but also useful for runners and walkers. By using these shoes one can improve their speed with balance. Fivefingers can stretch and make the muscles in the feet strong. This new product costs about $70. Read
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Regular intake of anti-oxidants will make you healthy
2006-09-19 22:57:05
To fight disease, get good health and slow aging process one has to increase the intake of anti-oxidants in their bodies. Below is a list of sources where one can look into to increase their intake of anti-oxidants. a. The source liquids for anti- oxidants are tea, soy milk and pomegranate juice and mixing of pom juice with some Sprite Zero (for fewer calories). b. An FRS anti-oxidant energy drink with vitamins A and E is a good drink for health (low calorie concentration). Get a free sample at www.frshealth.com c. The vegetables that contain sufficient anti-oxidants are broccoli, tomatoes, spinach, carrots, red cabbage, cauliflower, peas and artichokes. Make it a habit to add these fat free and low-calorie vegetables to every dish. d. Eat the fruits which are full of anti-oxidants like berries, oranges, grapes and pomegranates, prunes etc. e. Odwalla AntioxiDance Cherry-Orange-Passionfruit, an anti-oxidant rich fruit juice with low calorie count is the best available one to drink...
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Two new products by Murad for firmer and smoother skin
2006-09-19 04:54:05
Two new products for getting rid of the skin problems have been introduced to the market by Dr. Murad, an expert in skin care. The two new products are Firm and Tone Serum and Firm and Dietary Supplement Pack. a. Firm and Tone Serum, enhances the smoothness and firmness of the skin by reducing the appearance of cellulite. It can be used anywhere on the skin. Costs $70 for 6.75 FL. OZ. b. Firm and Tone Dietary Supplement Pack, is a cocktail of vitamins, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and skin strengtheners to effectively reduce cellulite from the inside. Costs $130 for a 4 week supply These products are guaranteed to give desired results (firmer, smoother, and healthier skin) in eight weeks, else one can return the product and get a full refund. These are available at murad.com.
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ScultpEase significantly makes liposuction procedure quicker
2006-09-19 04:54:05
ScultpEase is a new method of liposuction which combines together vibration, power-assisted liposuction and massage therapy to get the desired results in short time. Features of ScultpEase a. Using a power assisted cannula to vibrate the skin duing liposuction makes the patients feel no discomfort and cuts the time taken for the procedure into half. b. The massage therapy lets the fluids to drain out through 1/8 to 1/4 inch incisions which are left open. c. ScultpEase process allows patients to recover within a day and they will be able to do heavy work in a week. d. Multiple procedures on different parts can be performed at the same time by using ScultpEase. e. The procedure takes less than one and a half hour. Read
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The things women should know to control cellulite
2006-09-19 04:54:05
These days more women are suffering from problems of cellulite caused by various reasons. Reasons for the formation of cellulite are a. Women should control eating fast food and the food, full of trans fat acid which leads to the problems of cellulite. b. Women who are on diets to reduce cellulite have to know the fact that they will gain more weight on buttocks and thighs after getting back to their normal eating. c. Female hormones also affect the increase of cellulite in women. Ways to control cellulite a. Eating foods like fish can improve blood circulation and try to avoid sugar, salt, hot spices and roast meat. b. Instead of being on diets prefer to take healthy food and follow some fitness tips. Read
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A note of caution before using long lasting wrinkle filler A
2006-09-16 04:39:03
ArteFill , dermal filler has caught the fancy of many due to its long lasting results (results usually last for years) unlike collagen injections which have to be repeated every 6-weeks. But there are some concerns over the negative effects of ArteFill. a. ArteFill dermal filler is still not approved by FDA. b. Nobody really knows how long-lasting fillers will look years later as the face continues to age. c. The marketplace is full of inexperienced practitioners and counterfeit products ? all of which could lead to botched work including long-lasting, ugly results such as lumpiness or lopsidedness. d. ArteFill, for example, consists of tiny synthetic spheres made from polymethylmethacrylate, a substance that is not easily absorbed into the body. e. In case of ArteFill, experts advise to go slow. Over time, human collagen will grow in and plump out the wrinkle ? so overfilling could lead to bumps f. It is advised to first take temporary filler like collagen injection to watch the ...
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Spa offers facials using stem cells from pregnant cows and c
2006-09-16 04:39:03
The Nabi Med Spa in New York City is offering 2 unique treatments which restore skin health. The first one uses stem cells from pregnant cows to rejuvenate damaged skin. It costs $250. The second one from La Prairie, which firms the face by applying caviar. It costs $270.
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TweezLight gives you impeccable eyebrow shape
2006-09-15 10:33:03
TweezLight , is a new product for grooming eyebrows into impeccable shape. The TweezLight has an exclusive built in Micro-Beam light which enables one to see where they are tweezing and not any hair again. TweezLight does not give you any misshaped and unruly eyebrow areas. Features of TweezLight a. The TweezLight can be easily carried in purse or a briefcase. b. This new product comes in three packaging offers. c. The price of these tweezers ranges from $14.99 to $19.99. Read
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San Antonio doctor offers adjustable breast implants
2006-09-15 10:33:03
A San Antonio doctor is offering women a new way to get the desired shape with adjustable breast implants. Most women after undergoing a breast implant surgery feel that they should have had a bigger implant and to over come this problem Dr. Thomas Jeneby has come out with adjustable breast implants. Highlights of Adjustable breast implant procedure a. The procedure involves making a one and half inch incision to place the enhancements into the patient. b. The breast implants consists of a tiny port ( a rubbery piece with a tube ). Through the port saline can be added or removed later to get the desired shape. c. After six months the port is removed. d. Its simple and safer treatment. e. The adjustable breast implants only cost $100 more than the conventional kind. Read
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Bare Escentuals launces make up line to support breast cance
2006-09-15 10:33:03
Bare escentuals has launched a limited edition Pink Passion Rose Radiance Collection to support breast cancer awareness month in October. The cosmetic company has offered all the profits from sales of the Pink Passion Rose Radiance Collection to National Breast Cancer Foundation. Pink Passion Rose Radiance Collection features a. BareMinerals Rose Radiance All-Over Face Color. b. Rose Radiance Lip Gloss c. Heavenly Face Brush These makeup line products will be available in the market from October at Sephora stores. Read
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DURAthin porcelain veneers gives you smile makeovers without
2006-09-15 10:33:03
To fill the gaps between tooth and cover up the tooth discoloration, Dr.Dennis Wells of Nashville has developed a new porcelain veneer called DURAthins. Dr. Wells has created the dental veneers three years ago with the help of Utah ceramist Mark Willis and has been training dentists on how to use DURAthin veneers. Features of DURAthin porcelain veneers a. DURAthins veneers closes the gap between teeth. b. DURAthin porcelain veneers are just 0.2 millimeter thick ( the thickness of 2 paper pieces ) c. The DURAthin veneers can be removed at any time. d. With this technology people need not loose their natural teeth. e. It costs between $1,000-$2,000 per tooth. f. The highlight of this technology is, that the tooth looks natural. g. There is no need for any anesthesia, drilling or needles in this procedure Read
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Soli tone a new FDA approved non surgical face lift
2006-09-14 16:27:05
Soli tone is a new face lift procedure which uses photo energy system for a complete facelift . The procedure is non-surgical and has been introduced by J Julian an experienced aesthetician. Features of Soli tone face lift procedure a. The patient has a light panel positioned over the face and colored lights. b. Each light passes through the skin for 20 -30 minutes to stimulate cellular rejuvenation from inside. c. Various colored light rays strike deep into the skin and help in collagen growth, tighten facial muscles and soften the appearance of wrinkles. d. An antioxidant lotion is used for massage into the face with two palm sized microcurrent paddles. e. This antioxidant lotion massage helps in tightening facial muscles. f. The treatment is approved by FDA. g. This treatment is a perfect remedy for fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin muscles etc with immediate effect. Read
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Israeli company develops human collagen producing plant
2006-09-07 21:43:05
In what can be termed as a breakthrough, an Israel i company CollPlant Ltd has come out with a transgenic tobacco plant that produces human collagen. The plant co-expresses the 5-human proteins which results in assembly of triple helical collagen molecules. Depletion of collagen production due to aging is the prime cause of wrinkles or ageing signs of skin, in humans. However the findings have to pass further tests, before it is used for the set purpose. Read
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BCBS offers interactive guide for patients undergoing gastri
2006-09-07 03:39:05
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, health insurance company has come up with the idea of helping its members with a unique multimedia guide for patients considering gastric bypass surgery. The web based program, provides complete information about the gastric bypass surgery including its effects, cost, availability, alternatives and procedure to all its members. Benefits of EmmiHealth program - Informed Decision Making for Bariatric Surgery a. Patients who undergo Bariatric surgery can know the post operative complications beforehand. b. The interactive guide significantly reduces the cost of the treatment by giving information about various possibilities, treatment alternatives and availability of the treatment. c. The EmmiHealth guide helps patients find the medical facilities which are highly rated for gastric bypass surgery. d. The main intension of the EmmiHealth program is to make the patient more active in their medical care. e. The EmmiHealth interactive guide is of...
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