http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes Where the Exchange on Aesthetic Perspective Begins. Cosmetic Surgery Times is the only newsmagazine to specifically address the concerns of the physician involved in cosmetic surgery. 2010-02-09T16:11:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Learn-from-the-past/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/654647?ref=25 "Getting an EHR is like getting married," says Jonathan Hager, M.D., an internist with Alexander Medical Group in Rochester, N.Y. "Once you are in one of these systems, you are in it. You've got to take the time and make sure you know what you?re doing." 2010-02-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/062010/654647null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Good-vibrations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/654666?ref=25 International report ? Having long been used for endoscopic and laproscopic surgery, the harmonic scalpel (Ethicon Endo-Surgery), also known as an ultrasonic scalpel, is gaining a following in aesthetic surgery as a useful tool for dissecting and coagulating tissue while causing less thermal damage and a less postoperative pain and drainage than the alternative, electrocautery. 2010-02-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/062010/654666null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Syneron-Candela-finalize-merger/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/650749?ref=25 Wayland, Mass. ? Officials of aesthetic device makers Syneron Medical Ltd., of Israel, and Candela Corp., based here, have announced the successful closing of their merger, PR-inside.com reports. 2010-01-13T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/022010/650749null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Merz-to-acquire-BioForm-Medical/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/650754?ref=25 San Mateo, Calif. ? German pharmaceutical company Merz Pharma Group will acquire BioForm Medical, based here, for $253 million in cash, news source Modern Healthcare reports. 2010-01-13T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/022010/650754null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Plastic-surgery-popular-with-Chinese-politicians/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/650751?ref=25 Beijing ? An increasing number of China?s politicians are bringing a new meaning to the age-old Oriental philosophy of ?saving face." 2010-01-13T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/022010/650751null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Donda-West-Law-in-force-in-California/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/650755?ref=25 Sacramento, Calif. ? As of Jan. 1, the much publicized "Donda West Law" is in effect in California, United Press International (UPI) reports. 2010-01-13T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/022010/650755null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Expert-disputes-hair-restoration-survey/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/650750?ref=25 Boca Raton, Fla. ? A Boca Raton hair-loss expert says results of a recent online survey do not begin to tell the story of how popular hair-restoration procedures have become, news source PRWeb.com reports. 2010-01-13T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/022010/650750null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Suneva-to-boost-Artefill-market-visibility/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/650747?ref=25 San Diego ? Suneva Medical, a privately held aesthetic medical device company based here, has signed a multimillion-dollar line of credit with Western Technology Investment (WTI), PRNewswire reports. 2010-01-13T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/022010/650747null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Cardiovascular-considerations-Screen-overweight-pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651899?ref=25 Fat-reducing procedures in cosmetic surgery have become very common. Overweight patients undergoing such procedures may have associated comorbidities, including cardiovascular (CV) disease, which, according to experts, needs to be thoroughly investigated prior to any cosmetic surgery procedure. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651899null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Internal-temperature-monitoring-for-laser-lipolysi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651897?ref=25 Internal temperature monitoring devices enable surgeons to attain the best skin tightening and the desired amount of fat removal during laser lipolysis. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651897null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Buttock-suspension-provides-a-complete-gluteoplast/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651902?ref=25 A buttocks suspension technique that lifts and compacts adipose tissue using polypropylene threads also generates new collagen formation. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651902null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Water-assisted-liposuction-device-yields-viable-li/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651901?ref=25 For many cosmetic surgeons, water-assisted liposuction devices are the preferred liposuction devices on the market today. Body-Jet appears to demonstrate superiority in novel irrigation and aspiration functions, as well as in the high-quality lipo-aspirate it yields. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651901null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Three-layer-anchor-lipoabdominoplasty-indicated-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651968?ref=25 Lipoabdominoplasty preserves anatomy and results in low complication rates and quicker recovery. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651968null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Brachioplasties-rely-on-optimal-scar-placement-inc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651898?ref=25 The growth in brachioplasty surgery has paralleled the evolution of weight loss surgery; as the number of massive weight loss patients has soared, so has the frequency with which brachioplasty is performed. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651898null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Results-for-cryolipolysis-impressive/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/651900?ref=25 Cryolipolysis is picking up steam in the U.S. market. The technology, marketed as Zeltiq, recently received FDA approval for temporary reduction of cellulite and for skin cooling during laser and dermatologic treatments. 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/032010/651900null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Former-beauty-queen-dies-after-gluteoplasty/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/648045?ref=25 Buenos Aires, Argentina ? A former Miss Argentina has died from complications after undergoing cosmetic surgery on her buttocks, the Associated Press reports. 2009-12-11T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/502009/648045null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Rib-cartilage-effective-in-rhinoplasty-grafting/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/648036?ref=25 Houston ? Researchers at the University of Texas Medical School say cartilage from a patient?s own ribs may be the most effective grafting material for rhinoplasty procedures, news source Zenopa.com reports. 2009-12-11T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/502009/648036null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Researchers-develop-stem-cell-breast-growth-techni/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/648037?ref=25 Melbourne, Australia ? Scientists here are researching a stem-cell breast-growing technique that could help cancer victims regrow their breasts, Melbourne?s Herald Sun reports. 2009-12-11T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/502009/648037null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Injectables-market-falls-but-future-brighter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/648042?ref=25 Waltham, Mass. ? The $1.2 billion global facial injectables market declined by almost 5 percent over 2008 as patients chose to delay or forego treatment as a result of the economic crisis, according to statistics from medical technology consultant Millennium Research Group. 2009-12-11T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/502009/648042null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Cosmetic-surgery-insurance-company-folds/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/648041?ref=25 London ? Beautysure, a specialty insurance company that covered patients undergoing cosmetic surgery, has ceased operations, news source Privatehealth.co.uk reports. 2009-12-11T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/502009/648041null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/ModernMedicine+Now/Pharma-firms-surgeons-battle-Botax/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/648032?ref=25 Irvine, Calif. ? Botox-maker Allergan, based here, has joined with cosmetic surgeons and other pharma firms to fight a proposed tax that would help fund healthcare reform, the Orange County (Calif.) Business Journal reports. 2009-12-11T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/502009/648032null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Lab-tests-analyze-normal-accelerated-aging/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643396?ref=25 Using lab tests can shed light on aging process 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643396null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Anti-aging-roundtable-considers-innovative-options/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643401?ref=25 Today's leading anti-aging experts share thoughts on what's new, what's coming, and why health strategies that attenuate the aging process can be considered patriotic. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643401null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Japanese-females-edge-out-males-in-skin-quality/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643397?ref=25 Modification of lifestyle may positively impact youthful-looking skin in long term. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643397null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Cellulite-treatments-may-lack-supportive-evidence-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643394?ref=25 Existence of really reliable, consistent technolgoy offering long-lasting improvement of cellulite remains elusive 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643394null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Reduce-wrinkles-and-enhance-skin-during-sleep/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643398?ref=25 A new study shows that sleeping on copper-oxide pillowcases may reduce wrinkles and improve skin appearance. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643398null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/How-to-select-best-cosmeceuticals-for-anti-aging/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643393?ref=25 Many over-40 females turn to dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons for advice about cosmeceuticals. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643393null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Coping-skills-of-women-in-menopause-may-impact-sur/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643403?ref=25 For women in the menopausal stages, cosmetic surgeons should seek information about their coping skills and potential for depression prior to considering surgery. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643403null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Fat-grafting-offers-huge-promise/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643400?ref=25 Adipose-derived stem cells added to fat provide benefits of fat grafting with longer lasting, more predictable results. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643400null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Understanding-research-on-subcutaneous-fat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643402?ref=25 Balance between subcutaneous fat and visceral fat may play a role in occurrence of insulin resistance in metabolic syndrome 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643402null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Green-tea-considered-by-surgeons-as-healthy-choice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643399?ref=25 As the connection between nutrition, antioxidants and skin health continues to build, increasing numbers of cosmetic surgeons are becoming more open-minded. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643399null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/How-platysma-SMAS-plication-lift-differs-from-mini/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643395?ref=25 Traction forces resulting from vectors used when performing facelift can play central role in æsthetic outcome of procedure. 2009-11-30T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/472009/643395null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Study-shows-polyacrylamide-hydrogel-compares-well-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639940?ref=25 New York — According to results of a new study, the investigational injectable filler 2.5 percent polyacrylamide hydrogel (Aquamid) is as effective and well-tolerated as hyaluronic acid (HA, Restylane) for the correction of nasolabial folds, reports Medical News Today. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/452009/639940null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Genetic-manipulation-on-mice-could-have-implicatio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639928?ref=25 London — Researchers here say they have found a way to extend the lifespan of mice and, possibly, humans, reports news source AFP.com. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/452009/639928null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Balanced-look-is-key-to-success-satisfaction-in-rh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639929?ref=25 San Diego — A new study suggests that surgeons performing rhinoplasty should also assess the patient?s need for chin augmentation in order to ensure aesthetic balance and to guard against patient dissatisfaction, reports Medical News Today. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/452009/639929null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/New-ASPS-president-will-focus-on-intra-specialty-c/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639930?ref=25 Arlington Heights, Ill.— Michael McGuire, M.D., is the new president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/452009/639930null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Disaster-relief-Plastics-argue-for-collaborative-e/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630819?ref=25 A new study says that when natural disasters and manmade disasters or violence such as terrorism occur, plastic surgeons should be high on the list of emergency responders ? but typically aren?t. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630819null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Lack-of-better-outcomes-in-breast-surgery-should-n/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630163?ref=25 Emphasis is ever-focused on long-term outcomes of various techniques and procedures. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630163null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Surgeons-versed-in-rhytidectomy-aware-of-challenge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630155?ref=25 Patients in 25 to 30 range of BMI represent challenging anatomy for facelift surgeons 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630155null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Movement-toward-less-invasive-rhinoplasty-accels/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630161?ref=25 Endonasal approach enables access to nasal cartilages with less surgical dissection than what is needed in external approach. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630161null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Trendwatch-New-CME-trend-gives-you-more-for-less/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630817?ref=25 Regardless of which society you pledge your allegiance to, the recent trend towards smaller, focused educational meetings is creating an industry buzz. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630817null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Fat-aspiration-has-long-been-viewed-as-atraumatic-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630162?ref=25 Method using liposuction device to harvest fat may be advantageous in maintaining fat tissue viability 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630162null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/When-paired-with-behavior-modification-can-liposuc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630157?ref=25 Review of liposuction/metabolic syndrome clinical studies offered 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630157null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Cosmetic-facial-surgery-has-evolved-to-include-ple/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630160?ref=25 Efforts to rejuvenate face must succeed in improvement of nasolabial folds 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630160null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Carboxytherapy-new-tool-in-cosmetic-procedures-box/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630154?ref=25 Carboxytherapy found efficacious in treatment of scars and wound healing 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630154null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Interest-rising-in-transfer-of-fat-for-facial-reju/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630158?ref=25 Newly developed technique, Adipose Accentuation, emphasizes a minimally invasive approach to fat handling. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630158null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/In-the-Botox-biz-cheaters-never-prosper/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630852?ref=25 What happens when you use a less expensive Botox substitute on unsuspecting patients? Get the full story. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630852null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Certain-patient-subsets-can-benefit-greatly-from-l/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630159?ref=25 Lift component and reduction component of reduction mammaplasty may contribute to efficacy of procedure 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/402009/630159null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Lifestyle-Lifts-dirty-little-secret/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625484?ref=25 From fake identities to bogus grassroots buzz, they did it and now they?re paying for it. 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/372009/625484null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Web+Exclusives/Youth-knows-no-pain/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625524?ref=25 HBO recently premiered a new documentary by a plastic surgeon?s daughter who explores society?s obsession with aging. Insightful, damaging or purely entertainment value ? watch it and let us know if it strikes a nerve! 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/372009/625524null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Hand-hygiene-Facial-plastics-need-to-clean-up-thei/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625521?ref=25 The results of a Web-based survey of facial plastics their knowledge and compliance of hand hygiene: and there's room for improvement. 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/372009/625521null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Same-products-different-names/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625528?ref=25 In case you haven?t heard, the FDA has formally changed the drug names for the growing toxin family. ?Ona,? ?rima,? and ?abo? ? can you pass the test? 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/372009/625528null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Medicaid-beneficiaries-require-improved-case-manag/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625568?ref=25 Medicaid beneficiaries require care management and case management services because there's a higher concentration of comorbid conditions and other significant issues in this population 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/372009/625568null DOC http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Liposuction-in-constant-evolution-Laser-blends-wav/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622478?ref=25 As liposuction evolved to include laser-assisted options, SlimLipo was born. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622478null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Taking-the-leap-6-steps-to-successfully-adding-a-n/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622474?ref=25 Before investing during shaky economic times, one expert advises knowing your goals first. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622474null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Investing-in-a-service-line-Careful-consideration-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622475?ref=25 Given the state of the economy, practice experts mull the benefits and disadvantages to expansion 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622475null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Do-benchmarks-and-biz-plans-before-bulking-up-serv/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622476?ref=25 Approach any kind of service expansion with caution 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622476null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Technique-and-incisions-ease-challenge-of-breast-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622477?ref=25 Return of silicone gel breast implants to market presented new challenge to surgeons 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622477null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Liposuction-may-hold-key-in-treating-metabolic-syn/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622479?ref=25 Exploring the data and implications behind liposuction 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622479null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/RF-devices-steady-vs-pulsed-waves-heat-way-to-less/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622472?ref=25 Pelleve, a device that employees high RF technology for nonablative skin tightening and facial rejuvenation may offer some advantages over similar devices 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622472null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Give-expansion-plans-for-your-practice-a-stress-te/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622473?ref=25 Spend time on due diligence on the front end to ensure successful business plans 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/622473null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Incognito-patients-offer-evaluation-services-in-st/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/623527?ref=25 There's no mystery about the fact that the sagging economy has cut into the cosmetic surgery business. And mystery shopping services claim they can help practitioners reclaim some of that lost business. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/362009/623527null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Incognito-patients-offer-evaluation-services-in-st/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628638?ref=25 There's no mystery about the fact that the sagging economy has cut into the cosmetic surgery business. And mystery shopping services claim they can help practitioners reclaim some of that lost business. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/392009/628638null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/FDA-gives-green-light-to-new-filler/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617350?ref=25 The U.S. FDA has approved Sculptra®Aesthetic, an injectable poly-L-lactic acid, for the correction of shallow to deep nasolabial folds, contour deficiencies and other facial wrinkles, reports PRNewswire. 2009-08-06T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/322009/617350null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Coalition-raises-red-flag-for-cosmetic-consumers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617353?ref=25 The Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety has issued a consumer warning about carboxytherapy and mesotherapy injections. 2009-08-06T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/322009/617353null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Bed-baking-classified-high-risk/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617352?ref=25 The International Agency for Research on Cancer has included sunbeds ? used by tens of millions of people for tanning ? in its highest cancer-risk category. 2009-08-06T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/322009/617352null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Filling-with-comfort-Its-all-about-the-accessories/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617356?ref=25 The U.S. FDA has approved a method of mixing Radiesse dermal filler with lidocaine, which in clinical trials has demonstrated an improvement in patient comfort and an increase in patient satisfaction. 2009-08-06T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/322009/617356null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Negotiation-skills-and-dispute-resolution-methods-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614271?ref=25 Negotiation and persuasion skills can't be ignored if cosmetic surgeons wish to be surgery center leaders. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614271null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Choosing-and-cultivating-future-leaders-is-critica/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614750?ref=25 Ensure your practice's long-term health by choosing and cultivating future leaders with succession management, which combines succession planning and leadership development. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614750/autonomy_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Want-to-get-better-at-fat-grafting/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614751?ref=25 Getting smart about autologous fat grafting just got a little easier. One expert shares his technique nuances to improve your results. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614751null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Negative-behaviors-displayed-by-surgeon-can-jeopar/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614755?ref=25 Recent research details how disruptive behavior among health care professionals, whether related to stress, anger or chemical dependency, can directly impact patient care, causing low nurse retention, poor communication and errors that can jeopardize the patient's care. Self-assessment questions can help bring the problem to the physician's attention, and experts say that, just like treatment of any other health problem, there is much to gain from addressing the problem in its earliest stages, before any serious events have taken place. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614755null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Practice+Management/Leadership-and-failure-You-cant-have-one-without-t/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614753?ref=25 Successful leaders not only accept well-intentioned failure but they encourage it. One expert explains why failure is necessary for progress and how leaders can embrace it in themselves and those they lead. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614753/ref_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Internal-ultrasound-technique-treats-hyperhidrosis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614273?ref=25 One surgeon is targeting underarm sweat via ultrasound 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614273null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/As-the-practice-grows-the-leader-of-that-practice-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614275?ref=25 A surgeon needs to be armed with strong leadership skills to maintain communications, strong organization and staff morale, not to mention quality of care. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614275null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Topical-toxin-appears-to-be-promising-in-phase-II-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614277?ref=25 A noninjectable form of botulinum toxin has shown effectiveness in treating crow's feet in a new clinical trial. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614277/skin_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Being-super-surgeon-is-not-realistic-in-todays-hea/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614278?ref=25 Ignoring stress can result in surgical errors and poor outcomes, not to mention inability to handle a crisis. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614278null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Cosmetic-surgeons-learn-leadership-skills-best-by-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614754?ref=25 Various leading cosmetic surgeons share who has influenced them most in the area of leadership 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614754null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Breast-imaging-technology-can-project-outcomes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614276?ref=25 Three-dimensional imaging has its plusses for breast augmentation, reduction and reconstruction. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614276/breast_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/To-succeed-in-business-means-succeeding-in-making-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614272?ref=25 Decision making plays a greater role than most surgeons immediately recognize 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614272null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/ASPS-Fat-Graft-Task-Force-updates-position-on-safe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614279?ref=25 Although the plastic surgery world has been at odds with the issue of safety and fat grafting procedures with breast surgery, experts report today that there is no indication that fat grafting is an unsafe procedure. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614279null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Leaders-know-how-to-shepherd-their-flocks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614752?ref=25 Many of the qualities that make a powerful leader are not about taking control and being the best, but rather listening, learning, teaching, inspiring and guiding. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614752null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Surgical-leaders-understand-the-balance-between-ad/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614274?ref=25 As health care reform continues to revolutionize medicine, physicians are being asked to take on a more "lay" CEO role to think in terms of quality and cost. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614274null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/The-Lombardi-Rules/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/614621?ref=25 26 Lessons from Vince Lombardi, the World's Greatest Coach 2009-07-28T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/312009/614621null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/When-natural-is-no-good/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/609908?ref=25 We know that patient use of herbal supplements before surgery can have deleterious effects. But a recent report out of the Cleveland Clinic suggests that a whopping 70 percent of patients may not disclose their use of such products. 2009-07-09T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/282009/609908null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Rejection-fuels-interest-in-cosmetic-surgery/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/609909?ref=25 A recently published study shows a link towards appearance-based rejection and an interest in cosmetic surgery. An obvious connection? Perhaps. But also a psychological variable to consider when prescreening your patients. 2009-07-09T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/282009/609909null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/New-HA-lidocaine-filler-hits-the-US-market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/609912?ref=25 Interested in available options for pain-free fillers? Learn all about the latest options for your patients. 2009-07-09T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/282009/609912null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/News/Laser-Treatment-Inflammatory-Control-Tactics/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608647?ref=25 A Manhattan-based skin-care company has launched a product it claims will minimize irritation when applied prior to laser treatment. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/608647null HTML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/An-article-in-the-May-issue-of-CST-prompts-biofilm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607358?ref=25 Did you read the story on biofilms in the May issue of CST? The interview with Gary Monheit, M.D., of the University of Alabama, led Brian K. Pilcher, Ph.D., of BioForm Medical to clarify the association between Radiesse and biofilms. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607358null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/To-effectively-laser-treat-skin-of-color-consider-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607350?ref=25 It's important to consider some best practices when working with skin of color. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607350null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Theres-periorbital-change-but-little-descent-in-a-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607352?ref=25 Research now shows that in certain parts of the face defy gravity and remain stationary over the years. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607352null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Study-affirms-that-a-single-contented-cosmetic-pat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607357?ref=25 Providing good patient care is one plastic surgeon's simple secret to successful marketing. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607357/ripple_effect_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Noninvasive-lipolysis-device-steers-a-new-course-w/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607349?ref=25 Efforts to create fat elimination devices are cooling off - literally. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607349null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Treating-wounded-warriors-is-motivational-and-humb/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607353?ref=25 Operation Mend is a project reaching out to soldiers with serious burns who may need facial, nasal, lip and eyelid reconstructions. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607353/doorways_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Combining-laser-modalities-safely-and-effectively-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607355?ref=25 Treating vascular and pigmented lesions appropriately means recognizing the best tools to use and mastering your technique to generate the best results. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607355/lesion_avenger_flash.jpg XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/How-to-determine-whether-operating-laser-devices-f/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607354?ref=25 Currently, there's just a handful of states that do not specifically cite lasers within state law or regulation. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607354null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Decide-which-device-is-right-for-you-by-weighing-i/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607351?ref=25 Find the best device for you by using CST's new interactive laser tool 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607351null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Although-solutions-abound-with-laser-technology-us/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607348?ref=25 It's no secret that intense pulsed light competes with lasers in skin treatment. Both technologies each have their own advantages and disadvantages. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607348null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Laser-doc-discusses-fractional-technology-in-a-Qam/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607347?ref=25 Highlights of E. Victor Ross, M.D.'s presentation of fractional technologies at the AboutFACE symposium In Las Vegas are noted here. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607347null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Modern+Medicine+Now/Laser-resurfacing-expert-offers-insight-on-the-pre/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607356?ref=25 Lasers have come a long way since their trial and error initial usage, which was backed by very little scientific evidence in the beginning. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607356null XML http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/Innovations+%26+Tools/Ethnic-Skin-Treatment-Protocols/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607489?ref=25 Tools you can use! Get one expert's treatment protocols for acne and scars in skin of color 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://cosmeticsurgerytimes.modernmedicine.com/cosmeticsurgerytimes/data/articlestandard/cosmeticsurgerytimes/272009/607489/ethnic_skin_flash.jpg HTML