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By FIONA MACRAEGrowing numbers of middle-aged men are resorting to botox to smooth away the ravages of time.Plastic surgeons say more men than ever are prepared to pay hundreds of pounds on the treatment that was once the preserve of women of a certain age.At some clinics, the number of men plumping for botox has risen by almost a third in the last year alone. Treatments, which cost from £200, have to be repeated every four months.Injections of fillers - gels which iron out lines and plump up the lips - and permanent lip implants .... More »

By AMY LEHTONENNearly two months after Kellie Pickler debuted a new look on the show that helped make her famous, the Albemarle native talks about plastic surgery."You're the one that has to look at yourself every day and it's important that you're happy with what you see," Pickler said. "You can't worry about what everyone else thinks because you cannot please everyone."Pickler returned in early March for a performance on 'American Idol'. She not only sang her new single "I Wonder," she also looked completely different than her days .... More »

Q If added weight in the midsection raises the risk of health problems such as diabetes and heart trouble, does a tummy tuck or liposuction lower the risk?A "The answer is no, because the risky fat is inside the abdominal wall, in and around the organs," said Louis Aronne, director of the comprehensive weight management program at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Medical Center in New York.A tummy tuck or liposuction "removes superficial, subcutaneous fat, which has little or no risk," he said. "In such procedures, there is no chan .... More »

Brits who travel overseas for cheap "holiday surgery" are turning to surgeons at home to fix things up when it all goes wrong.According to a survey by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) doctors have had to deal with severe wound infections and tissue loss and in one instance the stitches had not been removed from a facelift patient.BAAPS is a non-profit organisation based at the Royal College of Surgeons and says its members are disturbed by the amount of 'botched' work they are seeing.The survey found that .... More »

By MONICA HAYNESThe death of Kanye West's mother, Donda West, following cosmetic surgery has brought a call once again for prospective patients to do their homework.West reportedly consulted with two surgeons, including Dr. Jan Adams, who did her surgery.Pittsburgh plastic surgeon Dr. Leo McCafferty did not want to comment on this particular case since all the facts are not known."In a general sense, I think people need to understand all surgery, plastic surgery, does pose some risk and it is important that patients do investigate the .... More »

By Laura CloutIncreasing numbers of women who travel abroad for cut-price plastic surgery need to have botched operations repaired when they return home, according to a survey.# Have Your Say: Would you have surgery abroad?Thousands of people are lured to overseas clinics every year for procedures which cost less than half the prices charged in Britain.But British plastic surgeons warn today that what may seem like a bargain can lead to expensive repair bills should things go wrong. Should things go wrong with cheap plastic surgery ab .... More »

According to reports, the ex Pop-Queen flied to Nevada in the last weekend with her cousin for a revolutionary liposuction treatment in a Las Vegas's clinic, while telling everyone she was there house hunting.It seems that Britney paid $12,000 for a sneak liposuction session, so after the two childbirths she is trying to get her old beautiful body back. For the extensive treatment, the 25-year-old mother spent some hours under the care of Dr John Minoli, because, according to the National Enquirer, she was more than happy with the wor .... More »

In 2004, Olivia Goldsmith, author of the First Wives' Club, died during cosmetic surgery. More recently, Dr. Donda West, mother of rapper Kanye West, died following cosmetic surgery."Aside from post-mastectomy reconstruction, there are NO medical reasons for cosmetic surgery. Therefore, no avoidable anesthesia risks, like those associated with general anesthesia, are acceptable," claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg, a globally recognized leader in the field of anesthesia."Since all cosmetic procedures can be performed under local anesthesia .... More »

Neurologists Say It Can Be Safest Way To OperateBOSTON -- It sounds like something you'd see in an episode of "Grey's Anatomy," doctors doing surgery on a patient's brain while the patient is awake.But in reality, it's done all the time these days and some doctors, including Dr. Anonio Chiocca, say they wouldn't have it any other way. He keeps talking with patients right through the operation."Those are very unique areas that any type of damage could cause somebody to become temporarily or even permanently impaired," Chiocca said.Chio .... More »

ATLANTA (FOX 5) -- Susan Soto was tired of looking tired, but she wasn't ready for the drama of plastic surgery. Soto wanted a procedure to help her look like her old self, but better.Soto runs a Buckhead salon with her daughter Robin. While Robin styles hair, Susan focuses in on faces -- trying to bring out the best in her clients."Now this one needs a little bit more tweaking...feeling good about yourself, that's what we do here, that's what I do for a living," said Susan.Susan wasn't feeling good about how her own face was aging."A .... More »

A pilot study is helping severely obese people by looking at the alternatives to gastric bypass surgery.The study is being done at the University of Buffalo. It focuses on changing behavior, limiting calories and boosting activities."Individuals will not only learn more about themselves, but also how to live in the very difficult and toxic food environment in which we all live," said Dr. Michael Noe.Experts say weekly meetings gave participants information and support.On the meetings, Dr. Noe added, "To learn more about themselves, th .... More »

Errors are rare but troublesome in eye surgery, say U.S. researchers who analyzed 106 cases of surgical confusions that included operating on the wrong patient, the wrong site or using wrong procedure.The study authors, from the Lions Eye Institute at Albany Medical College in New York found:* The most common type of surgical confusion was wrong lens implants, which occurred in 67 of the 106 cases (63 percent). In most cases, this occurred because lens specifications weren't properly checked before implantation.* In 14 cases (13 perce .... More »

SAO PAULO, Brazil -- Many people want or need weight loss surgery. Many are not covered by health insurance. They need a low-cost, safe and fixed-price alternative. Franco e Rizzi offers a unique surgical program with a fixed price of $11,497 (cost of surgical complications included).Obese people without insurance coverage are obliged to search seriously for the best obesity surgery price and service their money can buy.Search the web! Estimates are easy to obtain. What is not easy is obtaining a firm commitment! Most estimates do not .... More »

The Fingerlakes Weight Loss Program at Auburn Memorial Hospital will add laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery beginning in December.The surgery is designed for those who want to lose more than 100 pounds. The surgery typically involves a 23-hour hospital stay, but can even be done as an outpatient procedure in some cases. Patients usually can resume normal activities within a week. The procedure is reversible.Anyone interested in the surgery can attend hour-long, free information sessions with Dr. Carl Weiss III at 4 p.m. W .... More »

When Jim Bouler, 58, graduated high school, he weighed a healthy 163 pounds. Little did he know, by the time he would reach his mid-50s, he would be suffering from morbid obesity. Battling ailments such as sleep apnea, high blood pressure, chronic indigestion and severe lymphdemia while carrying a staggering 473 pounds, Jim Bouler simply "couldn't go anymore."Jim's story is becoming more common. Studies indicate that 66 percent of adults are considered overweight or obese.Baptist achieves designationThe Baptist Bariatric Center has he .... More »