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Monthly Archives - January 2019

RADIESSE FOR SKIN TIGHTENING AND BODY VECTORING (ARTICLE II)

Body vectoring technique with Radiesse® for tightening of the abdomen, thighs, and brachial zone Abstract Introduction Aging and weight loss have visible effects on the skin. Structural changes to the skin associated with aging, such as changes in fat distribution and loss of collagen and elastic fibers, cumulate in a loss of tone and elasticity and manifest as wrinkles.1,2 Substantial weight loss has also been shown to be associated with decreased levels of skin collagen and elastin that might result in undesirable flaccidity.3  Soft tissue...

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RADIESSE FOR SKIN TIGHTENING AND BODY VECTORING (ARTICLE I)

Diluted Calcium Hydroxylapatite for Skin Tightening of the Upper Arms and Abdomen. Abstract BACKGROUND: The collagen-stimulating properties of Radiesse® (calcium hydroxylapatite, CaHA) can be used for skin-tightening procedures by hyper-diluting the product with lidocaine or saline. BACKGROUND: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of diluted CaHA for skin tightening in two case series of women with skin laxity in the upper arms or abdomen. METHODS: For each case series, 10 female subjects were enrolled. In the upper arms, CaHA diluted 1:2 with normal saline solution and 2%...

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TESTOSTERONE FOR WOMEN

Maturitas Volume 74, Issue 3, March 2013, Pages 230-234 Review Testosterone therapy in women: Myths and misconceptions Author links open overlay panelRebeccaGlaserabConstantineDimitrakakiscd Show more https://doi.org/10.1016/j.maturitas.2013.01.003Get rights and content Under a Creative Commons license Abstract Although testosterone therapy is being increasingly prescribed for men, there remain many questions and concerns about testosterone (T) and in particular, T therapy in women. A literature search was performed to elucidate the origin of, and scientific basis behind many of the concerns and assumptions about T and T therapy in women. This paper refutes 10 common myths and misconceptions,...

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MICC WEIGHT LOSS (ARTICLE II)

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2011 May; 96(5): E836–E840.                      PMCID: PMC3085194 Published online 2011 Feb 23. doi: 10.1210/jc.2010-2493                      PMID: 21346062 Dietary Methionine Restriction Increases Fat Oxidation in Obese Adults with Metabolic Syndrome Eric P. Plaisance, Frank L. Greenway, Anik Boudreau, Kasey L. Hill, William D. Johnson, Rozlyn A. Krajcik, Carmen E. Perrone, Norman Orentreich, William T. Cefalu, and Thomas W. Gettys Author information> Article notes >Copyright and License information Disclaimer This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Abstract Objective: In preclinical reports, restriction of...

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MICC WEIGHT LOSS (ARTICLE I)

Dietary Methionine Restriction Increases Fat Oxidation in Obese Adults with Metabolic Syndrome Abstract Objective: In preclinical reports, restriction of dietary methionine intake was shown to enhance metabolic flexibility, improve lipid profiles, and reduce fat deposition. The present report is the outcome of a “proof of concept” study to evaluate the efficacy of dietary methionine restriction (MR) in humans with metabolic syndrome. Methods: Twenty-six obese subjects (six male and 20 female) meeting criteria for metabolic syndrome were randomized to a diet restricted to 2 mg methionine/kg...

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TEAR THROUGH RECOMMENDATIONS

Dermal Fillers for the Treatment of Tear Trough Deformity: A Review of Anatomy, Treatment Techniques, and their Outcomes Jaishree Sharad Author information Copyright and License information Disclaimer This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Abstract Tear trough deformity is a major concern in a lot of individuals seeking periorbital rejuvenation. A prominent tear trough deformity is characterised by a sunken appearance of the eye that results in the casting of a dark shadow over the lower eyelid, giving the patient a fatigued appearance despite adequate rest,...

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THE REASON WHY I DO NOT ICE MY PATIENTS

Stone Athletic Medicine Injury | Performance | Fitness Why Ice and Anti-inflammatory Medication is NOT the Answer young male icing a sprained ankle with ice pack (isolated on white background) In July I posted a blog discussing The Overuse of Cryotherapy. The controversy surrounding the topic made it one of the most popular blogs I’ve written. What is surprising to me is that a controversy exists at all. Why, where, and when did this notion of anti-inflammation start? Ice, compression, elevation and NSAIDs are so commonplace...

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AUTOLOGOUS FAT TRANSFER DATA

Annals of Medicine and Surgery Volume 24, December 2017, Pages 65-73 open access   Review The science behind autologous fat grafting Author links open overlay panelElisaBelliniabMichele P.GriecoabEdoardoRaposioab Show more https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amsu.2017.11.001Get rights and content Under a Creative Commons license Referred to by Peer review report 3 on "The Science Behind Autologous Fat Grafting" Annals of Medicine and Surgery, Volume 25, Supplement 1, January–December 2018, Pages 22 Download PDF Peer review report 2 on "The Science Behind Autologous Fat Grafting" Annals of Medicine and Surgery, Volume 25, Supplement 1, January–December 2018, Pages 27-28 Download PDF James Anthony McCaul Peer review report 1...

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MICRONEEDLING, TYPES, AND EFFECTS

Microneedling: Advances and widening horizons Abstract Microneedling is a very simple, safe, effective, and minimally invasive therapeutic technique. It was initially introduced for skin rejuvenation, however, now it is being used for a very wide range of indications including acne scar, acne, post-traumatic/burn scar, alopecia, skin rejuvenation, drug delivery, hyperhidrosis, stretch marks, and many more. Moreover, during the last 10 years, many new innovations have been made to the initial instrument, which was used for microneedling. This technique can be combined with...

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SILIKON 1000 AND GRANULOMAS (BIOPOLYMEROS AND ARTIFICIAL SILICONE SHOTS)

Abstract   The use of liquid injectable silicone for soft tissue augmentation is controversial. Proponents of its use consider it safe when highly purified medical-grade product is employed appropriately by well-trained and experienced physicians, whereas opponents believe complications from silicone injections are inherently inevitable and unpredictable and that they outweigh the benefits. One of the feared complications is granuloma formation. In this article, the authors report two cases of granulomatous nodules from silicone injections and present the histological features. These cases highlight...

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