Welcome to the our Aesthetic Medicine news roundup, 14 January 2022.
News Roundup
Implants ‘must carry stronger warnings about cancer risk’
Lawyers are calling for stronger warnings on breast implants as government figures show at least 88 women in the UK have been diagnosed with cancer linked to the surgery.
Prominent Sydney surgeon found guilty of misconduct after deaths of two patients
NSW tribunal says Dr William Mooney’s unsatisfactory professional conduct warrants a suspension or cancellation of his practitioner’s registration.
Botox Injections Linked to Lower Incidence of Anxiety Symptoms
Botulinum toxin (BoNT) injections are associated with lower incidence of anxiety symptoms and related disorders, according to a study published online Dec. 21 in Scientific Reports.
Alan Scott, researcher who pioneered medical uses of Botox, dies at 89
Alan Scott, an ophthalmologist who pioneered the early medical applications of Botox — a drug that he used to treat conditions such as crossed eyes, but that became best known as a wrinkle-relaxing elixir of youth — died Dec. 16 at a hospital in Greenbrae, Calif. He was 89.
Americans Spent Over $8.7 Billion On Aesthetic Plastic Surgery In The First 6 Months Of 2021
The Aesthetic Society has released its 2022 predictions detailing what aesthetic plastic surgery trends are expected in the coming year.
Using The Golden Ratio And Face Mapping Technology To Assess Beauty
Dr. Julian De Silva, managing director at The Centre for Advanced Facial Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery in London, said the increased acceptance of plastic surgery could be attributed to the Zoom boom – the increased time spent on video calls during video calls Covid-19, which resulted in consumers over-analyzing their appearances.
83% of Spaniards affirm that a good appearance influences their physical and emotional well-being
Does our appearance influence the way we relate to those around us? How does our perception of our image affect trust? The Consumer Beauty Insights survey, promoted by Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, indicates that 95% of Spaniards would change something about their physique and 83% agree that having a good appearance has a positive influence on emotional well-being.
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