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Market Your Aesthetic Practice Without Costly Advertising
Today’s consumer is inundated with advertising messages like never before. Open your local newspaper, listen to your local radio stations and watch your local TV news stations and I’ll bet you see your colleagues promoting themselves as the best, the cheapest or the most up-to-date. Surf the Internet as well. “Google” a procedure and see […]
American Academy of Dermatology: Saving Face Without Surgery?
NEW MINIMALLY INVASIVE TECHNOLOGIES CAN REJUVENATE SKIN WITH MINIMAL DOWNTIME, LESS RISKS The popular belief that good skin is something you’re born with isn’t entirely true. In fact, experts believe that genetics account for only 20 percent of natural aging, with 80 percent thought to be from accumulated sun exposure. But for those who […]
Alma Lasers Announces FDA Clearance of the Pixel CO2 OMNIFIT Handpiece
New high-tech handpiece gives physicians’ practices a face lift CHICAGO, Aug 05, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — Alma Lasers Ltd. (“Alma”), a leader in laser, light, and radiofrequency-based aesthetic devices, announced today the FDA clearance and immediate availability of the Pixel CO2 OMNIFIT handpiece at The American Academy of Dermatology Summer Meeting in Chicago. The […]
Dr. Alexander P. Ataii on Mesotherapy on ABC News
IAPAM faculty member, Dr. Alexander Ataii, describes Fat and Cellulite Elimination with Mesotherapy.
Elevess, a New FDA-Approved Hyaluronic Acid-Based Dermal Filler Launched
“The Feel Good Filler” Delivers Comfort, Affordability, and Immediate Results SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 5, 2008–Artes Medical (NASDAQ:ARTE) today announced the immediate availability of Elevess(TM), a new, FDA-approved hyaluronic acid (HA) based dermal filler for the treatment of facial wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds. As the first FDA-approved HA filler formulated with an anesthetic for patient […]
Botox Without Borders
Storefronts that provide medical procedures—like Botox—are not necessarily unsafe. However, the best results might come to those who ask the right questions and do their homework. Easy and convenient food? OK. Easy and convenient Botox? Maybe not. The trend of the “medical spa” has taken shape and can be found at a mall near you. […]
OC Dermatologist reprimanded for using non-FDA approved Botulinum Toxin
A Huntington Beach dermatologist, received a reprimand for administering a wrinkle-treatment that was not approved by the Food and Drug Administration. According to board documents, Dr. Joseph Manzini administered an experimental Botulinum Toxin to 10 patients. Last year, Manzini pled guilty to an interstate commerce violation and was sentenced to two years probation.
Body Contouring Surgery Risk Rises with Increased Body Mass Index
Study reveals close correlation between degree of obesity and complications arising from popular aesthetic surgical procedure New York, NY (July 31, 2008) – A recent study investigating the relationship between complications of body contouring surgery and body mass index has confirmed an increase in the occurrence of such complications with worsening degree of obesity. Findings […]
Dr Ataii’s describes the the latest in medical and dental spa treatments
IAPAM faculty member, Alexander P. Ataii, MD describes the the latest in medical and dental spa treatments available.
Get a line on Cosmeceuticals
SANTA ANA, Calif. – Cosmeceuticals might help a woman’s skin stay young, but they’re more likely to boost drug companies’ bottom lines. Most of them also come with a guarantee — that they’ll cause pain in the pocketbook. Consumers can shell out $150 for a half-ounce of lotion recommended by an actress or by […]
