Posted August 23, 2011
Medicine and health care have changed dramatically over the years. The access to medical information has become much easier. Prescription drugs are advertised virtually every where. Prescription drug companies are required to list side effects and warnings to inform consumers. A recent report claimed that they are not completely forthcoming with all of the information. […]
Read MorePosted August 23, 2011
Antibiotic use has skyrocketed over the years. A new research study looks at the correlation between obesity rates and the use of antibiotics. Often patients have the idea that antibiotics are not a very important part of their post surgical instructions. This is absolutely untrue. Most surgical patients are instructed to take prescription antibiotics following […]
Read MorePosted August 23, 2011
If the new study is correct and half of all adults by 2030 are obese, then plastic surgery as we know it will have a different type of patient. Currently breast augmentation remains the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure followed by liposuction. Neither of these procedures are recommended for obese patients.Dr. O’Toole explains in the consultation thatbreast […]
Read MorePosted August 21, 2011
There is a concern among Californians that Hookah use has become more popular and widely used among young adults. Although proponents say that the product is harmless medical officials say that it carries the same dangers as smoking tobacco. Dr. O’Toole reminds young patients who are typically considering breast augmentation or liposuction, that if they […]
Read MorePosted August 19, 2011
In my Pasadena plastic surgery practice I am often asked “Can you tell us about the use of lasers in plastic surgery?” Lasers have many more uses part from liposuction. We use them for skin resurfacing and removal of birthmarks, such as port wine stains, tattoo removal and hair removal. The latest development for skin […]
Read MorePosted August 18, 2011
Most are not surprised that tobacco companies are not anxious to put graphic pictures of damage from smoking on their packaging. Patients are rarely able to escape the premature aging that come as a result of smoking. Dr. O’Toole discusses options with patients to help restore healthy skin and reduce the visibility of wrinkles. Medical […]
Read MorePosted August 16, 2011
Fitness trends and styles are always hot in LA. The recent trade show for fitness showed the overwhelming favorite to be dance for fitness. Some patients tell Dr. O’Toole that while they are in great physical shape they remain unhappy about the size and shape of their breasts. Often, if the breast are disproportionately […]
Read MorePosted August 11, 2011
Most women can relate to the uncomfortable look and feel of a bloated stomach along with constipation. Not only is it uncomfortable it is embarrassing for many to talk about. Wardrobe choices can be severely limited when the stomach protrudes. But, what if it is not bloating or constipation? Could it be unwanted fat in […]
Read MorePosted August 10, 2011
In a shaky financial climate the media tends to focus on consumers financial decisions and label them as either” poor decisions” or “great investments”. It is easy for many to look at cosmetic plastic surgery as a poor financial decision. However, regardless of the economy ,over the years patients repeatedly have reported some of the […]
Read MorePosted August 08, 2011
As new information becomes available one study reports that a brow lift may actually help prevent migraine headaches. Of note Botox has been reported as effective for this use for quite some time. In a recent local news story it was not clear as to whether the brow lift needed to be combined with Botox […]
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