Archive for August, 2012

Younger People Find It Harder to Read Emotions on Wrinkled Faces

Could your facial wrinkles make it more difficult for people to read your emotions? A recent study in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology has concluded that this is the case – at least for younger observers. Age-related changes such as wrinkles and folds can interfere with the perception of emotions among the young, while […]

Can Fat Grafting Restore the Appearance of Aged Hands?

Hand rejuvenation is one of the most difficult challenges in cosmetic surgery. But could autologous fat grafting be the answer? According to a new article in the Cosmetic Surgery Times, at least one plastic and reconstructive surgeon argues that fat grafting can provide “long-term skin thickening and rejuvenating functions far beyond its initial filling effect.” […]

New Techniques with Dermal Fillers

When it comes to facial rejuvenation, sometimes it helps to be a little creative with dermal fillers. A recent article in the Cosmetic Surgery Times has highlighted the work of Dr. Steven Fagien, who argues that diluting hyaluronic acid fillers and preparing customized filler treatments presents new possibilities for facial rejuvenation. “Once collagen went away, […]

Does Fat Return After Liposuction? New Study Says No

A new study in the latest issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has dealt a serious blow to previous reports that fat cells are redistributed to untreated areas after liposuction. Using a larger sample size and more precise measuring techniques, the study found no evidence of fat redistribution after liposuction. A report published last year […]