Posted October 04, 2011
No it is not out of a science fiction novel. According to an industry online publication scientists in Australia are studying the regeneration of tails on alligators to determine if the same ability can be mimicked for patients who have had a mastectomy. The mastectomy is typically performed on women who are suffering from breast cancer. It is […]
Read MorePosted October 02, 2011
It would be difficult to find any positive information concerning the smoking of cigarettes. Now a new report finds that there is proof tobacco companies knew of the danger from high levels of radiation without disclosing it to the public. Of course this is disturbing to learn. Dr. O’Toole informs patients of the increased risk […]
Read MorePosted September 29, 2011
As women age medical professionals recommend regular exercise and a healthy diet to improve longevity and quality of life. A new study says that moderate exercise can be extremely beneficial without the added stress and intensity of a new work out regimen. Dr. O’Toole often hears from his patients who are over 40 that they […]
Read MorePosted September 28, 2011
A local woman was recently highlighted in a CBS Los Angeles news story because of her passion and commitment to a product that she created in response to her mother’s death from skin cancer. The need to wear sunscreen on a daily basis is the consensus of the majority of the medical community as well […]
Read MorePosted September 27, 2011
Who would have thought that kicking the bad habit of smoking would merge with the popularity of social media? USC recently released the results of research which shows that the mobile media applications designed to help people stop smoking really do produce better results than just quitting alone. It is not surprising that the key […]
Read MorePosted September 26, 2011
The shape of the face can be very instrumental in determining how a person feels about their appearance. People who have with they feel is an elongated facial structure because of a large chin can be very dissatisfied with their face. For women,this look may make them appear more masculine and in some cases heavier. […]
Read MorePosted September 25, 2011
Fads come and go and it is likely that the concept of putting new dimples on your face is a fad. In plastic surgery staying current with trends both medical and non-medical is a very important part of helping patients to understand choices that are best for them long-term. Dr. O’Toole takes the time to […]
Read MorePosted September 21, 2011
It appears people who kick the habit of smoking may actually improve their memory. There can never be too many good reasons to quit smoking. It has long been known that smoking not only affects a person’s health,but also their appearance. Smoking can be blamed in many cases for premature aging on the faces of […]
Read MorePosted September 20, 2011
In our society talking about weight has become the new white elephant in the room. According to a recent report parents don’t even like to talk about it to their children. The politically correct politeness of not talking about it doesn’t change the fact that it is a huge problem( no pun intended) in our […]
Read MorePosted September 19, 2011
There is no doubt that Americans are living longer. Part of the reason is the improvement in our diets. A recent study looked at the possibility of certain proteins extending our diets. It is exciting to note that there is some promising evidence that adding additional proteins to our diets may help us to have […]
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