Body Contouring Medical Library Stories & Articles

In this Age of Obesity, more and more people are opting for multiple cosmetic surgery procedures in one sitting. These so-called "extreme makeovers," which take their name from recent TV shows about plastic surgery, provide a number of benefits... ( Read more about "Extreme Makeover" Cosmetic Surgery)

Operations to correct oversize breasts, a condition that may afflict as many as 50 percent of British men, are increasing dramatically, according to some observers in Britain - and are likely seeing a big rise in America, as well. The... ( Read more about "Man Boob" Surgeries Increasing)

If you're in your 40's and say, you notice your face isn't as firm as it used to be; if some sagging and wrinkles are getting you down, there's now a less invasive type of facelift that's providing more benefit, especially where it affects... ( Read more about Better Face Lift)

They’re some of the most envied backsides in Hollywood. J.LO, Beyonce…no doubt their curvaceous derrieres have set a trend ablaze. “I always wear fitted jeans,” says Marcella Bequillard. “Beef up the bottom area, beef up your butt a little,... ( Read more about Buttock Agumentation)

What is Cellulite?

85% of post atlases females have cellulite deposits. Pocket dimply skin on the thighs and buttocks characterize this condition.

"It's just like getting a caffeine kick. I don't need my coffee because exercise is my caffeine." says exerciser, Rodney George. "When I come here in the morning, I'm depressed and tired. But once I start I don't feel like stopping, they have... ( Read more about Exercise Reduces Depression)

Women's obsession with shoes are an enigma. And a foot is hardly an after thought--especially when it comes to high fashion. And that's why women who aren't happy their pedal appearance, are doing anything to put their best foot forward. A big... ( Read more about Feet to Fit the Shoes - Cosmetic Foot Surgery)

Researchers have discovered a novel way to increase the potency of Botox, which would translate into less frequent injections and perhaps even enhancing its cosmetic benefits, and it might mean lower prices for the popular wrinkle-remover. In a... ( Read more about Health Wrap: Studies on Botox, Migraines and Drinking)

A technique that combines laser treatment with injections of a person’s own fat has been shown to be effective in greatly improving the appearance of cellulite-impaired skin, according to a recent study.
    Hope for Getting Rid of Cellulite)

Ann and Leslie are not just best friends, they’re sisters. And both have battled obesity since they were children. "As long as I can remember weight has always been an issue," says Ann Greenberger, who recently decided to have a gastric bypass... ( Read more about Life Changing - Gastric Bypass Surgery)

Do you want hot, sexy plump lips like Angelina Jolie has? Well, there's a flurry of lip enhancers that have hit the market now which claim to help make your lips plumper and more appealing. It's another case of beauty in a bottle. The question... ( Read more about Lip Enhancers)

If a man has a small, low grade, or not highly aggressive prostate cancer, delaying surgery even for years does not appear to increase the risk of the disease progressing to an incurable form. That's according to a 10-year Johns Hopkins study... ( Read more about March 3rd - Health Wrap)

Thirty-one year old Kristi Rook says she has tried every lotion, potion and fad diet in the book, but, she just can’t get rid of her cellulite. “I run, I bike-ride, I kick box, I volleyball, all summer, you name it and I’ve tried it, it is so... ( Read more about New Cellulite Laser)

There’s no question that the cost of obesity in America is not just a healthcare concern, but an economic concern as well. But exactly how severe is the cost of obesity, and can tackling the financial aspects of obesity help reverse the obesity... ( Read more about Obesity Costs)

For some time now, obesity has been associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. It's well established that obese, postmenopausal women have an increased risk of breast cancer compared with postmenopausal women of normal weight. Part of... ( Read more about Obesity and Mammogram Errors)

Severe obesity is a chronic condition that is difficult to treat through diet and exercise alone. Bariatric surgery is one of the best options for people who are severely obese and cannot lose weight by traditional means or who suffer from... ( Read more about Obesity and Weight Loss Surgery)

Ever wonder who's getting plastic surgery? For the most part, it's women. Statistics compiled by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery show that of the 11.5 million cosmetic surgical and non-surgical procedures done in 2005, over... ( Read more about Plastic Surgery, the Who and What of It)

As a new mom, Kristin Mackey has learned the drill…diaper changing marathons, countless feedings and burpings…but, what she still can’t grasp is the metamorphosis of her body, post pregnancy. “I had some broken capillaries in my face, you get... ( Read more about Post Pregnancy Tune Up)

Typically the exercise mantra is to get up and, well, move! But can an exercise machine that appears to have no moving parts help you build muscle strength? Endurance? Even bone mass? Appears is the operative term. Because it might look like... ( Read more about Power Plate)

Mary Lucina never had a weight problem until she became pregnant. Once she delivered her son, she continued to pack on the pounds and eventually developed high blood pressure and diabetes. Her weight topped at 247 pounds. Desperate to get her... ( Read more about Pull Procedure)

57 year old Fran Ciulla decided to fight Father Time and gravity without getting plastic surgery. “The lines were really deep, my lips were shrinking,” says Fran. Looking for a quick rejuvenating fix, while staying far away from the operating... ( Read more about Radiesse Treatment)

There is a new way to help get rid of wrinkles and plump up an aging face. This new treatment actually stimulates the production of new tissue that fills in the folds of the wrinkles. The treatment was actually approved by the FDA for use in... ( Read more about Sculptra Skin Filler)

The Titan skin tightening procedure is giving thousands of people the world over the chance to non-surgically improve the way they look. As a former model, Erin Yates used to have a wash board stomach. But she says giving birth to four children... ( Read more about Titan Skin Procedure)

There are three main types of peels. Light peels are most commonly performed using alpha hydroxyacids. These are naturally occurring acids found in fruits and other foods. Alpha hydroxyacids have proven to be effective in treating dry skin,... ( Read more about Types of Chemical Peels and What Makes them Different)

By inserting an implant behind each breast, surgeons are able to increase a woman's bust line by one or more bra cup sizes. If you're considering breast augmentation, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure--when it can help,... ( Read more about Who are good candidates for a breast augmentation?)

Women in Britain are joining those in America in a race for cosmetic surgery on the lowest part of their lower extremities. As today's women's shoe fashions - even those for winter - gravitate inexorably toward exposing ever more of the feet... ( Read more about Women Looking to Sculpt Ankles and Toes)

It's inevitable as people age, they wrinkle. But there are many new wrinkle fillers just approved by the FDA, and several new ones in the offing which can help reverse the effects time and sun exposure have on youthful skin.