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Laser hair removal reduces the risk of recurrence in patients with pilonidal disease

Laser epilation, commonly known as laser hair removal, reduced the risk of recurrence in patients with pilonidal disease, an inflammatory, painful, and sometimes chronic or recurring condition, according to research conducted by Peter C. Minneci, M.D., Chair of Surgery at Nemours Children's Health, Delaware Valley, and published in JAMA Surgery.

9 Nov 2023

ASPS conducts survey to gauge public's mindset on preferred treatments

As the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how plastic surgeons will care for patients and how they operate their practices, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) recently conducted a member survey to understand what procedures were top of mind among patients to gauge whether the public's mindset on preferred treatments has shifted.

26 Jun 2020

Dermatology experts publish guidelines for diagnosing, managing hidradenitis suppurativa

An international team of dermatology experts including two from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit have published – for the first time in North America - guidelines for diagnosing and managing hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic and debilitating skin disease for which there is no cure.

6 Aug 2019

Treatment can effectively improve quality of life for people with hyperhidrosis

At least 15 million people in the U.S. experience diminished quality of life due to excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis.

25 Jul 2019

Pubic hair grooming pitfalls: New study

A new study has shown that over a quarter of those who shave, wax or use laser hair removal for grooming pubic hair might be in for some form of mishap during the process. For the study the researchers placed questionnaires to participants regarding their approach to pubic hair grooming.

16 Aug 2017

ASPS statistics reveal new cosmetic trends in facelifts and fat

New data released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reveals that Americans want to put their best face and body forward as their annual plastic surgery procedural statistics show a three percent growth in cosmetic procedures over the last year.

1 Mar 2017

NYU Langone dermatologist offers tips to prevent ingrown hair

Ingrown hair, also known as "razor bumps," are a common skin condition, particularly in people whose hair has the tendency to curl back or grow sideways in a hair follicle.

2 Feb 2015

Lawsuits related to laser procedures performed by untrained individuals on the rise

Skin-related laser procedures such as hair removal remain one of the most popular elective types of laser surgery performed in the United States today. To meet demand, more non-physicians are performing these procedures than ever before.

18 Oct 2013

Study shows that laser surgery lawsuits against non-physicians on the rise

A new study showing increasing numbers of lawsuits being filed against non-physicians performing laser surgery has important implications for patient safety, according to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Association.

17 Oct 2013

Breast augmentations most common form of plastic surgery nationwide

Breast augmentations are the most common form of plastic surgery nationwide, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Loyola University Health System plastic surgeons are seeing similar trends in their practice. The number of women who are getting breast implants also is up from last year. In 2011, 307,180 women nationwide underwent a breast augmentation procedure while 296, 203 women had the same surgery in 2010.

15 Feb 2012

Plastic surgery on the rise among Americans

13.8 million plastic surgery procedures were performed in 2011, a 5% increase on the year before. The authors added that by the end of 2011, the number of total plastic surgeries had grown for 24 consecutive months. These figures include both minimally-invasive and surgical procedures. The ASPS informs that 5.5 additional reconstructive procedures were carried out in 2011, also a 5% increase on the previous year.

13 Feb 2012

More men undergo cosmetic surgical procedures

Statistics released today (3/21/11) by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) show that more men are going under the knife. Overall cosmetic plastic surgery procedures in men were up 2 percent in 2010 compared to 2009. However, many male surgical procedures increased significantly. Facelifts for men rose 14 percent in 2010 while male liposuction increased 7 percent.

21 Mar 2011

New Alma’s Soprano laser technology delivers painless procedure for hair removal

Alma Lasers, Ltd., a leader in laser, light, radiofrequency and ultrasound-based aesthetic devices, unveils the latest in next generation medical laser technology with the debut of its new Soprano(XLi) for laser hair removal and deep dermal heating.

12 Nov 2010

Alliance Data to provide private label credit services to American Laser Centers

Alliance Data Systems Corporation, a leading provider of loyalty and marketing solutions derived from transaction-rich data, today announced it has signed a long-term agreement with American Laser Centers to provide private label credit services designed to drive sales and enhance long-term customer loyalty.

8 Nov 2010

Alma Lasers partners with National Breast Cancer Foundation to combat breast cancer

Alma Lasers, a global developer, manufacturer and provider of laser, light-based, radiofrequency and ultrasound devices for aesthetic and medical applications announced today they will be joining the millions of supporters committed to fighting breast cancer through awareness, education and research.

6 Oct 2010

Palomar Medical Technologies to introduce home-use laser device for cosmetic treatments

Palomar Medical Technologies Inc., a leading researcher and developer of light-based systems for cosmetic treatments, today announced that it would move the launch of its patented, home use laser for the treatment of periorbital wrinkles by a few months.

22 Sep 2010

ISAPS Biennial Global Survey of plastic surgeons and procedures

The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is a world leader in plastic surgery. After a year-long process, the Society has produced the "ISAPS Biennial Global Surve" of plastic surgeons and procedures in the top 25 countries and regions – representing 75% of all procedures in 2009.The ISAPS Survey marks the first time reliable international plastic surgery data has been obtained and analyzed by independent statistical specialists.

9 Aug 2010

Cynosure's proprietary aesthetic laser systems receive regulatory approvals in Asia and South America

Cynosure, Inc., today announced four international regulatory approvals that extend the reach of the company's proprietary aesthetic laser systems in Asia and South America.

18 May 2010

DLVSC offers Zeltiq procedure to freeze away unwanted fat cells

Zeltiq™, an innovative technology that freezes away unwanted fat, is now available at Dermatology, Laser and Vein Specialists of the Carolinas – making DLVSC one of the first medical practices in the Southeast to offer this breakthrough in fat reduction.

6 Apr 2010

People with skin of color more prone to dermatologic problems than those with lighter skin tones

According to projections from the United States Census Bureau, people with skin of color will comprise approximately half of the U.S. population by 2050. This group, which includes African-Americans, Asians, Latinos and other ethnicities, are more prone to certain dermatologic problems than those with lighter skin tones due to their genetic make-up and in some cases cultural practices.

5 Mar 2010