Aesthetic Medicine / MediSpa News

Kohala Coast, HI — When giving botulinum toxin type A (Botox, Allergan) to patients, dermatologists should tell them that it “relaxes the muscles temporarily. Let’s not say ‘paralyze’,” said Susan Weinkle, M.D., at the Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference.After offering that tip, which she said will relax patients and make them feel more comfortable about the […]

Thermage has announced a corporate name change to Solta Medical, Inc., as a means of integrating the acquired Reliant Technologies. The new company combines the Thermage and Fraxel brands under a new corporate name. Solta will focus on providing superior anti-aging solutions for patients and physicians by offering the gold standard of care for tightening, […]

Local plastic surgeons are seeing an upswing in procedures such as Botox injections as patients forgo expensive cosmetic surgery amid the down economy. The trend is keeping practices busy — and helping them make up for a drop in surgical revenue.

Dr. Heidi Regenass, offers an anti-aging cookbook using the power of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in the foods we eat to encourage health and vitality. It is these well chosen ingredients that help us to fight off the signs of aging from the inside out. With the New Year, Phoenix plastic surgeon, Dr. Heidi Regenass […]

The editors of Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery have gazed into their crystal balls to see what nips and tucks Americans will be seeking in 2009. From how the economy will affect cosmetic surgery to which new products will come to market, here’s what we will see more – or less – of in the […]

Vanity appears to be trumping frugality in a looks-conscious society. Despite the dismal economic climate, most women — and men — who undergo appearance-enhancing treatments such as Botox injections are spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars a year to maintain the regimen, aesthetic physicians say. Meanwhile, some older patients who are putting off or […]

Artes Medical Inc (ARTE.O: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), which makes dermal fillers used in cosmetic treatments, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and plans to liquidate as it has been hit by a drop in consumer spending due to the severe economic downturn.

US demand to increase 7.2% annually through 2012 Demand for cosmeceutical products is expected to increase 7.2 percent per year to $9.4 billion in 2012, propelled by a stream of new and technologically advanced product introductions offering age-defying and other appearance enhancing benefits for an aging population. The rapid growth of the cosmeceutical market will […]

Johnson & Johnson said Monday it would buy Mentor, a maker of cosmetic products and breast implants, for $1.07 billion, a move that would help the drug maker become a major player in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Analysts said Johnson & Johnson was paying “a giant premium” for Mentor, which makes MemoryGel breast implants, liposuction […]

Reliant Technologies recently launched their new Fraxel.com Web site, www.fraxel.com. The new site enhances the online experience for consumers and physicians, providing them with a range of interactive content on the Fraxel family of products.  We thought this site would be a great resource for your readers looking for additional information on the Fraxel laser treatment and a […]