Dr. Simon Ourian claims that he accidentally stumbled upon the alternative use for Botox whilst treating a patient for migraine. His patient was having chemotherapy which made her hair fall out. She was also suffering from intense migraines. Botox has already been found to help stop migraines in some people so Dr. Ourian injected his patient with the toxin to see if it would help cure the headaches. Botox was injected into the lady’s scalp. After the injections, the lady’s hair started to grow back.

Dr. Ourian has said that he has tested his Botox baldness cure on volunteers for three years now, adding extra vitamins into the Botox injections to help make the process more effective.

Although it is currently unknown what effect Botox can have on curing baldness, it is theorized that because Botox is a relaxant it helps to dilate the blood vessels around the injection site. The dilated blood vessels allow nutrients into shrunken hair follicles thus stimulating hair growth again.

The baldness cure claims as yet have not been officially tested in scientific trials therefore it is currently not know how effective Botox is in curing baldness. However if the scientific trials prove there is a solid base for Dr. Ourian’s claims, it could pave the way for new treatments for baldness.

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Nowadays when patients undergo breast implant cosmetic surgery, silicone gel is used for the actual implants using a more cohesive gel and a more durable shell than in earlier generations of implant. New studies have now shown that these new-generation gel implants are safer than saline filled alternatives.

Silicone breast implants have a bit of a bad reputation and at one point, the FDA put a moratorium on the use of gel filled implants for cosmetic surgery purposes. However in 2006, advances in gel filled implants meant that the FDA once again approved the use of silicone implants in breast augmentation surgery.

The big difference between silicone and saline implants is when they are filled. Saline implants come as a shell. After the plastic surgery has put them into place, the shell is filled with saline. With silicone implants, the shell is pre-filled so the cosmetic surgery just puts them into place and doesn’t need to fill the shell.

However saline implants can be inserted in four different ways – the armpit, the belly button, under the breast, or the outside of the areola. The incisions needed for saline implants are typically smaller than those made for silicone implants as the shell is initially empty.

The major difference between the two types of silicone implants are the fillings – old implants used liquid silicone whereas today’s implants tend to use cohesive gel instead. Most patients tend to opt for silicone breast implants over saline implants. However the FDA specify that to have gel filled implants, you must be at least 22 years old therefore anyone under the age of 22 who undergoes breast implant surgery is likely to have saline-filled breast implants.

The Disadvantages of Silicone Implants
Silicone implant ruptures are harder to detect than saline ruptures. This is because when the implant ruptures, the silicone gel may leak out into the breast without a visible difference as the body will not absorb the gel. With saline implants, the body will start to absorb any leaked fluid therefore the change in volume is easy to see.

Also, the size of silicone implants cannot be changed without further cosmetic surgery

The Disadvantages of Saline Implants
Saline implants tend not to look as natural as silicone implants, especially if the patient has small breasts or if the surgery is reconstructive surgery. Some women have also noted that during sport or other physical activities, saline implants can make ‘liquid’ sounds.

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By the age of 50 around 40 percent of men will have some baldness and this can have large impacts on the self esteem. However just 20 percent of them are said to actually take measures to help stop the loss.

One of the biggest factors in male hair loss is genetic. The amount of hair that is lost and the time it takes to lose the hair will vary from person to person. Another cause of hair loss is dihydrotestosterone (DHT). If too much of this hormone is produced the follicles on the top of the head can shrink and die causing hair loss. Other hair loss reasons include stress, thyroid problems and iron deficiency.

Hair transplants have been around for a while however in the past, a hair transplant normally involved taking plugs of follicles and grafting them into the hairless area in a noticeable grid pattern giving a ‘dolls hair’ type look. Hair transplants today can look a lot more natural.

There are two main types of FUT operation. The first is strip harvesting where a very thin strip of hairs, complete with hair follicles, is cut from the back of side of the head. This is then split into thousands of tiny sections containing just two or three hairs. Each of these sections is the grafted into tiny slits in the bald area. The donor area is such a thin strip that it is easily covered by the remaining hair and should not be noticeable.

Normally around 100 hairs per square centimetre are grafted in. Because of the high density nature of the hairs and the number of grafts required, one session normally takes up to nine hours to complete – although the length of the procedure will depend on how much work is being done. The cost for FUT will also vary although a guideline price is around $8,000 – $15,000. There is little bleeding associated with this type of hair transplant so no dressings are needed and the patient can go home directly after the procedure.

It should be noted that the effects will not be immediate – the hairs will fall out from the newly transplanted site. However over time, the follicles will grow new hairs.

The second type of FUT is known as Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). FUE uses special equipment to pluck two or three hair follicles at a time. These follicles are then transplanted in the manner described above. FUE is very labour intensive therefore it usually only used when the patient only has a small bald patch they wish to cover. For larger areas, a number of sessions may be needed. The overall cost for FUE tends to be higher than for strip harvesting hair transplants.

Both strip harvesting and FUE are performed under local anaesthetic. Most people are suitable for this form of hair transplant surgery however the hair loss should have stopped before undergoing this form of surgery otherwise the newly transplanted site may suffer from further hair loss and therefore the patient may end up with patchy hair coverage. For those who are totally bald, this form of hair transplant surgery is not suitable as the patient must have some healthy follicles present.

For those who think hair transplant surgery is not for them, there are alternatives. The two main drugs for treating baldness are Finasteride and Minoxidil.

Finasteride (sometimes seed as Propecia) prevents the formation of DHT in the scalp and is only available on prescription. Around half of the men who take it will see hair regrowth, and most of the rest will see the hairloss stop. Regrowth takes up to nine months to start. Finasteride should not be used by women as it has been found to cause birth defets.

Minoxidil (sometimes seen as Rogaine or Regaine) is an over-the-counter drug. Minoxidil comes in a gel, foam or liquid that is rubbed into the scalp for 40 minutes before being washed out. Around 85% of men see hair regrowth. It is not fully understood how the product stimulates hair growth however it is believed that it is because it helps dilate blood vessels. It is thought to be safe for women to use.

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New therapy which accelerates post-surgery healing, reducing swelling by as much as 30%, is being introduced to Plastic, Cosmetic and Maxillofacial surgeons around the UK: Hilotherapy, a revolutionary German innovation which reduces pain and avoids the risk of nerve and tissue damage by using controlled cold temperatures delivered via ergonomic cuffs.

The system’s efficacy was proven in an independent study presented at last year’s Congress of the European Association of Cranio Maxillofacial Surgery, where 42 patients who had undergone Bimaxillary Osteotomy (relocation of the upper and lower jaw) were randomly divided into two study groups. The first was treated post-operatively with traditional ice packs wrapped in regularly cooled towels, and the other with Hilotherapy. Swelling – measured in ml – was nearly a third less with Hilotherapy on every consecutive day tested.

According to Stuart Watkins, Hilotech’s Director;
“The trouble with traditional coolants such as ice compresses and gel pads is they stop the healing process and can seriously damage skin and tissue – even cause frostbite/paralysis. Unlike Hilotherapy, which is proven to improve the healing time and dramatically reduce swelling, pain and bruising.”

Hilotherapy can be used all over the body: anywhere where swelling, pain and haematoma are present or need to be prevented. The adaptable cuffs, already hailed as the ideal treatment for blepharoplasty, breast surgery and facelift patients, can be set at the exact required temperature, to the degree, anywhere between +10°C and +30°C.

Bryan Mayou, consultant plastic surgeon and member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), has been trialling the treatment in his own practice at the Cadogan Clinic, a day surgery based in London’s Chelsea. He says;
“I was already familiar with this type of technology, which I had witnessed for myself visiting Germany a few years ago, so I’m delighted it’s finally made it to the UK. Discretion is paramount at our clinic and Hilotherapy is an ideal solution for our eyelid surgery and facelift patients – they can return to their normal activities much quicker, as bruising and swelling are reduced in record time.”

Traditional coolants are usually set at 0°C and have many disadvantages: such aggressive cold temperatures can seriously damage skin and tissue (frostbite/paralysis). When used in short-term application, these always lead to a reactive hyperaemia and as the temperature is not constant they have to be replaced regularly, resulting in an increased burden on the care team.

According to Stuart Watkins;
“Hilotherapy is set to revolutionise medicinal therapy and can be applicable to a number of fields – it is currently widely used in sports injury, plastic surgery, maxillofacial and orthopaedic surgery but can also work before and after lasers or anti-wrinkle treatments such as Botox, as well as after skin peeling.”

The Hilotherapy system is also applicable in ENT Medicine, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Ophthalmology, Physiotherapy / Rehabilitative Medicine, Rheumatology and Dentistry, among others.

About Hilotech UK
Hilotherapy is a revolutionary German innovation which combats pain and swelling through controlled cold temperatures to promote natural healing and avoid the risk of nerve and tissue damage. It is widely used by clinics, hospitals, professional sports clubs and premier league football teams in both England and Germany for sports injury treatment.

Hilotherapy is ideal for pre- and post-operative use, post-traumatic (in both recent and older injuries), and can also be used to relieve chronic pain such as rheumatism or migraines. The adaptable cuffs can be set the exact required temperature, to the degree, anywhere between +10°C and +30°C.

Clinics wishing to offer this product can ring Hilotech on 08700 42 94 64. For all media enquiries please contact Tingy Simoes at tsimoes@wavelengthgroup.com call 0207 250 4750.

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If this is you, and you are aged between 19 to 35, then a top weekly woman’s glossy would love to hear from you.

The magazine is publishing a guide to cosmetic surgery and believes it should cover the good and the bad, which is why we are keen to hear your story.

You must be willing to be named and pictured and you will be paid a fee if you story is published.

If you are interested in taking part, please email the journalist Monica at the following email address fivestarmonica@live.com.

In your email please include the following:

* Your name, age.
* When you had the procedure.
* What went wrong or why you are not happy.
* How much the procedure cost.
* And importantly, a day time contact phone number.
* Plus a recent photo, and any photos of your tummy – illustrating why you are not happy with the procedure.

Deadline for making contact is: before Friday 26th July.

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“I’m not fiddling with myself,” Thompson explained to Showbiz Spy. “We’re in this awful youth-driven phase now, where everybody feels they need to look 30 at 60. I hate that. The trick is to age honestly and gracefully.

“I’m taking a year off. That’s my birthday present to myself. I’m not going to act, write or anything like that. I’ll be a mum, teach drama at my daughter’s school, I’ll cook meals and have fun, go out with my friends, I’ll go to movies and not think about working. I’ll see what bubbles up after that.

“As an actor and writer, sometimes I think you have to stop creating and let your brain relax. I think it hones the appetite. I think that’s important.”

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Much of the trend is said to stem from Victoria Beckham. Pictures of her recently have seen her in tight black t-shirts with her nipples outlined in the top. The pictures have sparked debate over whether they are real or fake, and some people have chosen to have cosmetic surgery to get nipples like her.

Many women who are looking for nipple cosmetic surgery cite reasons that they want to improve their shape and appearance, particularly for occasions when they want to wear a t-shirt without a bra.

The term ‘nipple cosmetic surgery’ actually encompasses quite a range of different plastic surgery techniques. Some of the techniques available are:

• Nipple Lifts: Small flaps of skin around the nipple are made which then helps push it up and out
• Symmetry Surgery: Cosmetic surgery to ensure the nipples on each breast look the same
• Nipple Colour: The areola (the pigmented area around the nipple) can be evened out. The area can also be tattooed to even the colour or to change the colour.
• Inverted Nipple Correction: Some nipples can be flat or concave and refuse to protrude. This condition can interfere with breastfeeding. Cosmetic surgery can be done to correct this issue.

Naturally there are side effects associated with each of the nipple cosmetic surgery procedures. Any incisions are, of course, at a small risk of infection. The surgery can also cause the nipples to lose physical sensitivity if nerve endings are removed or damaged. A small number of women may also lose the ability to breastfeed.

The success rate of each of the cosmetic procedures will also vary. Inverted nipple surgery has quite a low long-term success rate with up to 50% of women saying that the nipples retract again within 2 months of having nipple cosmetic surgery. Weight loss or weight gain can also have a profound effect on the long-term effectiveness of the surgery.

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Doctors have explained the situation saying that the operations were not solely down to patients wanting to look better – there was a medical reason for the cosmetic surgery in all of the cases.

For example some of the patients who have had cosmetic surgery on the NHS were suffering from body dysmorphic disorder (sometimes also referred to as dysmorphic syndrome or dysmorphophobia), a psychiatric disorder where the patient is excessively concerned and preoccupied by a imagined or very minor defect in their appearance. Body dysmorphic disorder can cause severe psychological distress that can impair social functioning, sometimes to the point of total social isolation.

Cosmetic surgeons are keen to point out that the rules for having cosmetic surgery under the NHS are stringent and patients would not get surgery for purely cosmetic reasons. Simply “being distressed by their looks” is not enough to warrant cosmetic surgery – there has to be significant evidence of the patient suffering from body dysmorphic disorder before patients would be permitted to have cosmetic surgery.

Some cosmetic surgery performed by the NHS is also as a result of other illnesses such as HIV. HIV medication can cause fat deposits to build up on the neck and in these cases, the NHS may pay for liposuction on the patient’s neck.

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Ever since Efudix has been used there has been anecdotal evidence about it’s anti-ageing properties. Researchers from the University of Michigan decided to study Efudix in an attempt to discover whether the cream did actually hold anti-wrinkle properties or not.

The team looked at a group of twenty-one 56-85 year olds who were all being treated for actinic keratoses (a precancer usually found on the face, neck and forearms). Each of the patients in the group used Efudix twice daily for six months. Once the six months was up, the researchers compared their skin with their skin before the treatment.

The results have been published in the Archives of Dermatology and shows that te researchers found that the patients had softer skin with improved texture and fewer wrinkles, as well as no precancerous cells. The skin was also said to be more toned, less yellow with discolorations such as brown spots reduced.

Efudix cream costs around £18 for a 20g tube. However it will cause the skin to be quite raw and red. In some patients, the cream will causes high levels of irritancy, so much so that some people may not wish to use the cream.

Efudix cream works by peeling away the surface of the skin, a similar sort of technique to laser skin resurfacing. Any wrinkles which are caused by sun damage should be lessened once the cream has been applied, however the cream will have little effect on deep-set wrinkles not caused by the sun.

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Gynaecomastia, the official name of man-boobs, has seen a 44 percent rise in the UK in 2008 according to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) making it the fifth most popular cosmetic surgery treatment for men behind nose jobs, eyelid surgery, ear corrections and liposuction.

With the collective weight of the nation continuing to increase, it comes as no surprise that both male breast reduction and liposuction are some of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures for men.

However moobs may not just be the by-product of being overweight. Many scientists believe that the number of men with man-boobs is also due to the increasing amounts of the female hormone oestrogen in the environment. This means that oestrogen is regularly ingested as it is present in much food and drink. Scientists believe that ingesting oestrogen can cause a hormonal imbalance in some people and this can lead to the formation of surplus breast tissue.

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