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Cosmetic Surgery and Nicotine

Does Nicotine Cause complications in plastic surgery Yes, it does.   Nicotine is known to shrink blood vessels which can contribute to loss of blood supply to vital tissues after some types of plastic surgery. How does nicotine affect Surgery? Nicotine can affect wound healing with all procedures but there are specific procedures where nicotine use …

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Cosmetic surgeon vs. Plastic Surgeon

There is a growing “turf war” between plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons regarding who is qualified to perform cosmetic surgery.  Central to this battle are issues of safety, ego and greed.  Cosmetic surgery is a rare area in medicine where earnings are not effected by government and insurance reimbursements.  As a result, there is a growing …

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Cosmetic surgery products, what works?

Plastic surgery is littered with products, all of which claim to be better than similar products treating the same problem. Examples of these products include: Scar minimizing ointments and sheets Facial creams to reduce lines and wrinkles Lip plumping creams Products to lengthen and thicken eyelashes Facial creams to reduce discolorations Facial creams to reduce …

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