PLASTIC SURGERY NEWS & EVENTS

Arlington Heights, Ill. - Faced with news of increasing layoffs, straining economic times, and a belief that hiring is based on looks, millions of American women are looking at cosmetic medical procedures to give them a competitive edge in the workplace.

(IRVINE, Calif., December 26, 2008) – Allergan, Inc. (NYSE: AGN) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved LATISSE™ (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% as a novel treatment for hypotrichosis of the eyelashes. Eyelash hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.

New York, NY (December 18, 2008)—The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the leading national organization of board-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in cosmetic surgery, offers its predictions for cosmetic surgery in 2009. Predictions are based on interviews with leading plastic surgeons around the country.

November 17, 2008. Bargains on consumer goods and services may be designed to encourage spending in tough economic times, however when related to cosmetic injections like Restylane, Juvederm or Botox, the multi-specialty Physicians Coalition for Injectable Safety warns that discounts raise a red flag.

A continuing goal of the Florida Legislature is patient safety. However, these goals are sometimes difficult to accomplish because of different interests with different views. This year, because of the continued dedication and leadership of a local plastic surgeon, Dr. Enrique Fernandez and the Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons, as well a s the support of Sen. Mike Bennett, the Legislature was able to pass HB 587, known as the Truth in Medical Education (TIME) bill.