Welcome to the our Aesthetic Medicine news roundup, 09 September 2022.
Who’s the best doctor for a tummy tuck or eyelid surgery? The latest review doesn’t actually say
If you’re thinking about a tummy tuck, breast implants or eyelid surgery, you might be looking for reassurance your chosen doctor is qualified and has the right skills for the job.
Thailand to allow use of kratom leaves in food, herbal and cosmetic products
The Ministry of Justice has announced that it will work with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to allow the use of kratom leaves in food, herbal and cosmetic products.
Dubai: More Emiratis turning to cosmetic procedures
More Emiratis in the “Beverly Hills of the Middle East” are altering their looks with cosmetic surgery as Dubai’s dermatologists keep busy, Al Arabiya English reports.
TV Plastic Surgeon Randal Haworth Accused of Drug Use, Watching Porn During Surgery
Randal Haworth, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon who has appeared on TV shows like Fox’s “The Swan,” has been accused of illicit drug use and watching pornographic movies and videos depicting beheadings during his surgeries.
‘Life changed forever’: Australians speak of side-effects and pain after having cosmetic fillers dissolved
Patients are demanding greater regulation of the cosmetic facial filler industry as they report devastating injuries, pain and side-effects after undergoing a common reversal procedure.
Who Was the Father of Modern Plastic Surgery?
Modern-day plastic surgery is an expansive field, with surgeries falling into two categories: cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. While cosmetic plastic surgery focuses on the aesthetics of a patient, reconstructive surgery is designed to restore function to a damaged part of the body.