Plastic Surgery &
Medical Aesthetics
BY FRANK BARONE, MD, FACS
Toledo, OH
As the field of aesthetic medicine and cosmetic surgery have grown due to increasing demand, so have the number of options and choices in service providers for consumers. And so has the confusion regarding training credentials and qualifications of those physicians and other ancillary professionals providing those services. We’ve all seen the term ‘Board Certified’ … Read More
Many people are surprised to learn that there are more new cancers of skin cancer each year than all the combined cancers of the breast, prostate, lung, colon and other internal cancers. The statistics are alarming and sobering. One person in the U.S. dies every 54 minutes from skin cancer, primarily melanoma, and 1 in … Read More
Premature hair loss may cause a decrease in self-esteem and self-confidence. Consequently, there is a growing interest in innovative technology and science that helps not only prevent excessive hair loss but also regenerates healthy hair follicles and restore hair growth. Traditionally the only options for hair loss prevention have been the use of topical products, such … Read More
May is Skin Cancer Awareness month, so let’s look at the latest statistics on skin cancer in the USA. One person dies every 54 minutes from skin cancer (usually melanoma) An estimated 10,000 people in the US will die this year from skin cancer One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course … Read More
As summertime approaches, there is a lot of interest in improving body contour and the ‘summer beach body program.’ Breast augmentation for appropriate patients may be a considered option in enhancing overall body shape and balance. What is the Goal? The goal of aesthetic body procedures is to improve the balance and naturalness of the … Read More
