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19 Nov

News-Bright Future for Botulinum Toxin- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

The emergence of new formulations of botulinum toxin and other neuromodulators in the pipeline awaiting approval by the Food and Drug Administration signal a need for clinicians to stay abreast of the various uses and potential adverse events. Since the start of its therapeutic use in the medical arena decades ago, the utilities for botulinum […]

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12 Nov

In the News-2014 Health Insurance Costs Rising More

Open-enrollment packets have reminded local employees in recent weeks that the U.S. health-care system is the most-expensive in the world. Employee-benefits consultant Aon Hewitt is forecasting a 6.9 percent increase in overall annual premium costs in the Columbus area next year, with the average total premium cost per local employee reaching $10,777. That includes both the […]

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12 Nov

Juvederm Voluma XC…Coming Soon – from Dr. Mark Bishara

What is JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC injectable gel? JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC injectable gel is the first and only filler FDA-approved to instantly add volume to the cheek area.Juvederm Voluma is the Juvederm specialty product for volumizing. It is designed for injection in the deep dermis to treat age-related facial volume loss. Voluma has the optimal thickness […]

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12 Nov

'Tis the Season for Plastic Surgery?- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

Shopping malls and airports aren’t the only places that see more action around the holidays. This is also the time of year that merry-makers crowd the offices of plastic surgeons everywhere. Whether it’s because people can take extra time off for recovery, or because they want to be in top form for parties, plastic surgeons […]

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12 Nov

FAQ's on Juvederm Voluma Filler Treatments- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

Juvederm Voluma is the newest hyaluronic acid soft tissue filler to the Juvéderm family. As the name suggests, it is used to replace volume to the tissues of the face. Replacing the volume that has been lost through aging can help to restore a more youthful appearance. Many times, we focus on superficial wrinkles and […]

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12 Nov

Fall/Winter Specials Make it a Good Season for Cosmetic Procedures- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

Start the Season Off as You…Only Better! If you’re considering invasive or minimally invasive cosmetic surgery this fall or winter, getting it done during this time of year offers several benefits. There are often specials to take advantage of, and if you get your procedures done now you’ll be ready when summer comes. Timing cosmetic surgery […]

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4 Nov

FDA Approves New Juvéderm Voluma XC For Adult Midface Volume Loss

New from JUVÉDERM® – JUVÉDERM® VOLUMA™ The Food and Drug Administration has approved the cosmetic filler Juvéderm Voluma XC (hyaluronic acid/HA, Allergan). The HA filler is the first and only filler to be approved for the temporary correction of age-related volume loss in adult patients ages 21 and older, according to a news release. The […]

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30 Oct

Today’s Headlines: Big Breakfasts and Walking to Work, by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

Eating a big breakfast could speed weight loss: Here are some big breakfast benefits. A recent study published in the journal Obesity, found that people who ate their largest, most caloric meal at breakfast were able to lose more weight than those who ate their largest meal later in the day. Obese women in the study […]

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30 Oct

The New Science of Hair Growth- Hair Cloning- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

Many experts think a hair-cloning procedure, may be less than 5 years away. Intercytex, a public company based in London, may be closest to a marketable product. Intercytex scientists have successfully grown large batches of cloned proto-hairs similar to those that other researchers have been struggling to keep alive. What’s more, in animal experiments, the […]

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30 Oct

Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures by Age-by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

Plastic surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the United States and the transformative power compels thousands of men and women to go under the knife every year. Unlike most surgeries, cosmetic procedures are not medically necessary which can make it hard to analyze the demographics. While each individual’s needs and wants […]

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