The decision to have cosmetic surgery is a very personal decision. Understanding exactly what is involved is not only important for making a wise decision, but also makes you more comfortable throughout the process. What people are most apprehensive about is the prospect of the unknown. Today I am introducing a new feature to the [...]
Last month Allergan, the makers of Botox and Juvederm, received cosmetic approval for a topical therapy that enhances eyelash growth. The medication is called Bimatoprost (the trade name will be Latisse). Bimatoprost has been used by ophthalmologists since 2001 for the treatment of glaucoma. It is a class of medication called a prostaglandin which is present throughout [...]
The other night I saw the new Brad Pitt movie, The Curious of Benjamin Button. The film is based upon a short story written by F. Scott Fitzgerald (author of The Great Gatsby), where the protagonist is born 80 years old and instead of aging, he grows younger. This plot line is a fascinating vehicle [...]