Silicone Implants Standing Up to FDA Post-Approval Studies So Far

The FDA held hearings yesterday and the day before as part of the long-term post-approval process for silicone gel-filled breast implants, which were approved to return to the market in 2006. The hearings are part of an information gathering effort to evaluate strengths and weakness of the implants and their long-term effectiveness. More will be forthcoming on this topic over time.

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FDA Issues New Guidelines on Sunscreen

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced new regulations for labeling of sunscreen products. Look for products labeled "Broad Spectrum" for protection against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. Both UVB and UVA radiation contribute to sunburn, skin cancer, and premature skin aging. Sunburn is primarily caused by UVB radiation.
Under the new labeling,

FDA Issues Safety Signal on ALCL and Breast Implants

Healthcare Alert: I thought it best to get this information out right away. Both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery have advised their members regarding the FDA Safety Signal about a possible association between breast implants and anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). Although ALCL is extremely rare, the FDA believes that women with

Beware Fat Melting Injections — Not FDA Approved

Just a quick note and a pointer to a recent USA Today article on the FDA cracking down on spa use of fat-melting injections. Known as lipodissolve and also as mesotherapy, these injections are being billed as nonsurgical alternatives to traditional liposuction, however, they have not been approved by the FDA and they can be harmful.Studies are under way now to determine the efficacy of the

The Liquid Facelift — Sculptra Featured on CBS The Early Show

The newly FDA-approved Sculptra®Aesthetic was featured yesterday on CBS The Early Show. It's being called the "liquid facelift" because the facial volumizing injectible increases collagen and its benefits can last for up to 2 years. The treatment has been available overseas for years, and just recently received approval in the U.S. by the Food and Drug Administration.

Sculptra Is Approved for Facial Rejuvenation

I am very excited that the FDA has finally approved Sculptra®Aesthetic for cosmetic use. The product is ideal for women in their 40's who have noticed facial skin thinning and sagginess. I had Sculptra injections 2 years ago and love the results. Injections take about 20 minutes in the office and hurt much less then hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane, Perlane or Juvederm. Results start to