Health News Archives

Recent Cosmetic Surgery Articles

Face Transplants Show Promising Results
2 cases demonstrate efficacy of surgery, but tissue rejection must be monitored, reports say

Laser Resurfacing Produces Long-Term Results
But study finds that skin discoloration can be common side effect

Health Tip: After Liposuction
Results may not always meet expectations

Cosmetic Skin Fillers May Cause Delayed Side Effects
Increasing use of polyalkylimide implant injections leaves skin open to infection, study says

3 Women Suffer Kidney Failure After Derriere Injections
The procedures were done at an unlicensed clinic in North Carolina, CDC says

Health Tip: Before Getting Plastic Surgery
Do plenty of research

Some Facelift Patients Infected With MRSA ’Superbug’
Though numbers are small, the trend is worrisome, study says

Partial Face Transplant Patient Doing Well
French doctors report woman is eating, drinking and smiling 18 months later

Permanent Makeup Isn’t Always Pretty
Adverse reactions can be unsightly and long-lasting, study finds

Spas: An Option for All
No longer a destination solely for the wealthy, spa vacations can fit many budgets