L'Oréal anti-aging claims draw FDA warning

The Food and Drug Administration has warned L'Oréal it must alter claims about the capabilities of some of its anti-aging products, or face an order to halt sales.
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Pocket irrigation best for breast surgery pain

Pocket irrigation with bupivacaine and ketorolac is the best non-narcotic pain relief method for patients after breast augmentation, a new study concludes.
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50,422

Total number of body contouring procedures after massive weight loss in 2011

Source: American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Study: Fat doesn't return post-liposuction

Barring massive weight gain, fat does not regrow following liposuction and abdominoplasty, according to the results of a new study that counters previous research. » Full article

Deaths result from illegal cosmetic procedures

More deaths and arrests have been reported recently as the result of illegal cosmetic procedures and budget-strapped patients seeking quick alternatives to cosmetic surgery. » Full article

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