Archive for the ‘Botox and facial rejuvenation’ Category
Kylie may have had facial rejuvenation treatment
As she nears her 40th birthday, Kylie may have undergone facial rejuvenation treatment to defy the signs of ageing, it has been reported. According to Australian newspaper the Sunday Telegraph, the 39-year-old, who celebrates her birthday in May has appeared at the Elle Style Awards and Echo Music Prize with a fuller pout and tightened […]
Kissing ‘prevents cavities’
As Valentine’s Day approaches those in love may be pleased to hear that kissing reduces the risk of cavities. Dr Kuorosh Maddahi, Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, cites a report from the Academy of General Dentistry. "Kissing stimulates the saliva in the mouth, which helps wash the mouth and reduce the amount of food particles that […]
Botox ‘should only be prescribed by professionals’
People considering Botox injections to reduce the signs of ageing would do well to be remember that it should only be prescribed by medical officials, reports the Daily Telegraph. The newspaper explains that by law, only doctors, dentists and nurses can perform the treatment and that the same regulations apply to Botox’s competitor Vistabel. Both […]
Botox ‘more popular than ever’
There was a 51 per cent rise in Botox treatments last year, a new survey has found. According to research by Harley Medical Group, there has also been a 32 per cent rise in the number of surgical enquiries in the first two weeks of January, compared to the corresponding period one year ago. To […]
Eastenders star ‘loves Botox’
Jessie Wallace, best known for her part as Kat Slater in Eastenders, has admitted she is a lover of Botox, according to the Daily Mail. The actress reportedly told Closer magazine: "As soon as things start to go south then why not?" "People say it freezes your facial expression but it doesn’t if it’s done […]
Botox and teeth whitening ‘top January treatments’
Teeth whitening treatments are the second-most popular non-surgical cosmetic enhancements in the new year, it has been claimed. According to figures from Transform Cosmetic Surgery, Botox is the favourite January treatment, followed by desires for whiter and brighter teeth and laser hair removal, reports the Daily Mail. Shami Choudhry, spokesperson for the firm, told the […]
Botox industry ‘needs self-regulation’
The Botox industry needs greater regulation as demand for it grows in the UK, according to one official. Sally Taber of the Independent Healthcare Advisory Services (IHAS) made her comments to BBC One’s Breakfast programme, claiming that the government has asked her organisation to suggest a form of self-regulation for the industry. Ms Taber said: […]
Increase in men having Botox
Although still dominated by women, the proportion of men who are opting for cosmetic procedures such as Botox is increasing, it has been claimed. Looking Good BuyAssociation reported that the "most marked" difference in the industry between now and four years ago is the popularity of non-invasive procedures. Spokesperson for the consumer advisory firm Felicity […]
Cosmetic procedure industry announces self-regulation
A quality mark is to be awarded to clinics which adhere to an agreed code of practice when performing non-surgical cosmetic procedures, BUPA has announced. Dr Andrew Vallance-Owen, chairman of the Independent Healthcare Advisory Services’ (IHAS) Working Group on Cosmetic Surgery and medical director for BUPA, said that failing to follow codes of practice is […]
Dentists ‘competent’ with Botox
The number of cosmetic dentists who also offer Botox and other non-surgical treatments is increasing, according to reports. According to the Daily Mail, the trend is "inevitable", as the mouth makes up so much of the facial structure people are bound to want to improve it and counteract the signs of ageing. It also claims […]
