November 2015 Briefing – Cosmetic Surgery
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cosmetic Surgery for November 2015. This roundup includes the...
FACE-Q Scales Can Assess Patient Perspective of Rhinoplasty
Patients bothered by specific adverse effects had lower satisfaction with nose and nostrils
Novel Technique Described for Full Thickness Scalp Defects
Application of Integra bilayer wound matrix followed by grafting has low morbidity
Topical Retinol Induces Skin Changes Similar to Retinoic Acid
Retinoic acid, retinol treatments both increase epidermal thickness, up gene, protein expression
AAFP Recommends Doctors Explore Use of Social Media
Guidelines provided for physicians wishing to become more active in social media
ACP: Physicians Should Prescribe Generic Meds If Possible
Brand name medications not superior to molecularly identical generic medications
Microneedle, Sublative Fractional Radiofrequency Aids Acne Scars
Combined treatment found to be safe and effective for acne scars in Asian skin
Music Can Help Doctors Develop Relationships With Patients
Cardiologist describes how showing her vulnerability through music has made her a better doctor
Liposuction Offers Long-Lasting Benefits for Lipoedema
Improvements in specific complaints, reduction in conservative treatments persist through eight years
Microneedling Found Beneficial for Photoaged Skin
Collagen types I, III, VII, and newly synthesized collagen increase in response to treatment