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Fox News reported that Angelina Jolie has undergone a preventative double mastectomy. Dr. Simon Ourian of Epione Beverly Hills says that Ms. Jolie’s physician provides an excellent overview of the aesthetic options available to mastectomy patients. (PRWEB) May 18, 2013 In a May 14, 2013 article entitled “Angelina Jolie Reveals She Had Preventive Double Mastectomy After Discovering Cancer Gene,” Fox News reported the movie star had opted to undergo the procedure upon learning that...

Arm lifts are sweeping the country, but it takes the finest surgeons to transform ordinary limbs to things of beauty LOS ANGELES, May 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- News reports have been filled with speculation about the reasons for a dramatic nationwide increase in arm lifts, known medically as brachioplasty. We admit it's interesting to speculate on the reasons for the enormous rise in the operation to remove unattractive baggy skin and tissue from only 300 procedures in the year 2000...

Celebrating a new silhouette requires a different approach to fashion, says Denver plastic surgeon Dr. Gregory Buford DENVER, May 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the most enjoyable aspects of breast augmentation is shopping for new clothes after the procedure. However, Dr. Gregory Buford says that while women may finally have the silhouette they have long wanted, the styles they wore in the past may not be the most flattering to their new body type. By following a few...

Bougainvillea Clinique is one of only five locations, nationwide, invited to continue participating in an FDA study utilizing fat grafting with a breast enlargement device. Orlando, FL (PRWEB) May 15, 2013 A local medical center is one of only five locations, nationwide, invited to continue participating in an FDA study utilizing fat grafting with a breast enlargement device. The FDA previously approved the BRAVA®, which grows a woman’s natural breast tissue without surgery, pills...

ABC News article reports that Angelina Jolie had a double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer while highlighting the latest post-mastectomy breast augmentation options. Dr. Simon Ourian of Epione Beverly Hills says that he’s often called upon to provide scar revision for post-mastectomy patients. Los Angeles (PRWEB) May 15, 2013 According to a May 14, 2013 ABC News report entitled “Women Have New Options for Breast Cancer Surgery,” movie star Angelina Jolie revealed that she...

Search, Share, Spare Campaign Addresses Knowledge Gaps SAN FRANCISCO, May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Studies have shown nearly 70 percent of patients with breast cancer do not discuss all surgical options with their surgeon before their initial surgery and that such a discussion significantly affects a woman's treatment decision(1). To address this knowledge gap, the Search, Share, Spare campaign launched today to raise awareness about surgery options that spare a woman's breast...

Premier Plastic Surgery Arts now offers new FDA-approved "gummy bear" breast implants. South Jersey women can now get the Allergan 410 highly cohesive gel implant that is filled with a special silicone gel designed to hold its shape. Voorhees, NJ (PRWEB) May 14, 2013 Dr. William C. Franckle, founding surgeon of Premier Plastic Surgery Arts, announces that he will now offer New Jersey breast augmentation patients Allergan’s 410 highly cohesive, silicone gel-filled "gummy...

With love in the air this spring, the time is right to consider Dr. J's incredible options for enhancing your own beauty LOS ANGELES, May 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The men all look dapper in their tuxedos, the women are breathtaking in their dresses, flowers are in bloom where you look and beautiful music fills the air - wedding season is upon us again! Whether you'll be the blushing bride, the handsome groom, or a well-wisher looking on, you'll want to look your best. With the body...

The Maercks Institute, the practice of the talented Rian A. Maercks M.D., announced that this summer the elite Cold-subfascial breast augmentation is being offered at $3250 off its usual price. This reduction helps to balance the price differential between conventional techniques and this elite offering. Miami, Florida (PRWEB) May 06, 2013 This summer, The Maercks Institute is helping to make elite breast augmentation more affordable by adjusting its price closer to conventional...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A jury in Sanford, Fla. ruled in favor of a cosmetic surgeon represented by Steven Lubell, partner and co-founder of the Lubell Rosen medical malpractice defense firm, on April 27, 2013 in a medical malpractice trial. The case was presided over by Judge Debra Nelson, who is also presiding over the George Zimmerman trial, scheduled to start in June. When Zimmerman, accused of killing Florida teen Trayvon Martin in February 2012,...