The Lipstick Cases

One of the first questions asked when someone is considering liposuction is where they should have the procedure completed. Should they go to a practitioner that works out of an office? Or should go to a practitioner that works out of a hospital? Is there one option that is better or safer?

When incoming patients are asked at random for their opinion on the subject it comes out biased strongly in favor of hospitals. The general public definitely sees hospital based liposuction as a safer, better bet than office based liposuction. But these assumptions are not based on fact. And these assumptions are incorrect.

Dermatologic Survey recently published study findings indicating that office based liposuction is much safer than hospital based liposuction procedures. They were drastically safer. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons liposuction is easily the most dangerous of popular cosmetic procedures making the findings that office based liposuction had zero fatalities throughout the study very interesting.

The latest laser technology has resulted in a notable evolution in the liposuction procedures actively utilized in reputable cosmetic clinics. Using SlimLipo liposuction procedures means that laser technology is utilized to melt fat rather than cut it out as it was during traditional liposuction procedures. Laser based liposuction results in shorter down time and less bruising.  Read more...

There are a surprising number of individuals who head to their doctor’s office with one purpose: asking to receive testosterone shots. This is never a good idea. An irresponsible medical professional just might give prescribe them without further testing. And testosterone shots should never be prescribed without first clearly identifying a firm, undeniable medical reason.

Just noticing symptoms that seem to fit those associated with a testosterone deficiency is not enough. Symptoms associated with low testosterone are very general and could indicate any number of problems. Responsible practitioners recognize the symptoms and the possibility of a deficiency, but rather than immediately prescribing testosterone shots they immediately respond with further testing to identify possible hormone deficiencies.

Why is it that people wander in to medical offices asking to get testosterone shots? Many have heard of someone who had all their medical problems (physical and mental) taken care of quickly and efficiently by testosterone shots. This is possible, but it is not the answer for everyone who experiences the general symptoms related with low testosterone. The symptoms could indicate a number of different conditions that have nothing to do with hormone levels.

Testosterone deficiencies typically come with the following symptoms:  Read more...