The word Mediterranean conjures images of azure blue waters and idyllic vacations. Many of us are probably familiar with the foods of the Mediterranean countries and cities and likely enjoy the cuisine. In fact, if one were vacationing in the South of France, Greece, or the South of Spain, you would probably be enjoying a... Read more
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Ogee is the line of beauty first described by English artists during the period of the Restoration*. It is often described as a double serpentine or an S-shaped line and its importance in aesthetics was first described by William Hogarth (1697-1764) the famed 18th century English painter and engraver. Hogarth believed that the double-S... Read more
As words enter the vernacular or common usage, their meanings tend to evolve. One such word that seems to have evolved and even strayed from its original meaning is the term aesthetics. The word today is variously used to describe cosmetic treatments or professionals that offer varying degrees of beauty enhancements. Aesthetics is... Read more
Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a treatable and rare cancer of the immune system that develops in patients with breast implants. In the United States, an estimated 225 cases have been reported although the number of actual confirmed cases is approximately 25. The first case of BIA-ALCL was reported in 1997. The FDA has studied the matter and issued... Read more
What’s Up with That G-prime Everyone’s Going On About? As a client, you may have heard your injector casually tossing around the term “G-prime” when describing the choice of filler that they are recommending for you. As a professional, you have probably been assailed by the term when being sold a particular brand... Read more
Breast Augmentation is clearly one of the most popular procedures women elect to undergo. It is a safe procedure associated with enduring results and extremely high patient satisfaction. Significant improvements in implant technology have improved the results. When I ask clients why they are considering breast augmentation, the answers range from a desire to look better... Read more
As many of you must be aware, obesity is a global epidemic with significant personal and societal impacts. The causes for the modern obesity epidemic are many and include dietary choices; genetic predisposition, industrialized food supplies; and social engineering. Achieving and maintaining proper weight is one of the healthiest goals one can accomplish. While there are many commercial weight... Read more
In 2015, the Georgia Governor signed into law HB 416 requiring health care professionals to disclose to consumers their proper credentials. Under this law, only Board Certifications issued by the ABMS (American Board of Medical Specialties) or the AOA can be advertised as legitimate credentials. In light of the diverse array of practitioners offering elective cosmetic/aesthetic surgery, HB 416... Read more