Aug 16 2007
By Tasha Haskell
Introduction:
Liposuction has many names such as liposculpture, lipoplasty and suction lipectomy
Liposuction means removing fat at different places through cosmetic surgery. For an
example you can target areas such as the abdomen, thighs, buttocks,
neck, and back of the arms. A hollow tube called a cannula, and a
suction device called an aspirator is used. Continue Reading »
Aug 14 2007
By Tasha Haskell
Botox is a form of botulinum toxin.
Cosmetic physicians have been using botox for years to
successfully treat wrinkles. Botox is the brand name of a toxin
produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum. This can be used for
both men and women. We associate this toxin taken in large amounts with
food poisoning. Inspite of serious complications associated with botox,
scientists have discovered a way to put it to the use for humans. Small
diluted amounts can be directly injected into the area which causes
controlled weakening of the muscles. Continue Reading »
Aug 14 2007
By Tasha Haskell
Abdominoplasty:
Abdominoplasty also has another name “tummy tuck”. It is a cosmetic
surgery procedure to reshape and firm the abdomen. It involves the
removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen in
order to tighten the muscle of the abdominal wall. This surgery is
performed mostly on or usually asked for by women. Most women are
finished with having children when considering this surgery. This
procedure is also used following a large volume weight loss, either
from diet, exercise or gastric bypass, in which the remaining excess
skin is removed. Continue Reading »
