Killing fat cells: Death by freezing or liposuction?

(Medical Xpress) -- Is it more effective to freeze your love handles, killing the fat cells between two super-cooled plates in a procedure known as cryolipolysis, or vacuum them away with liposuction? And which lasts longer, a surgical facelift or facial skin tightening via a laser? 

Cosmetic procedures compared for safety

CHICAGO, Jan. 9 (UPI) -- A U.S. review of studies identified Botox, liposuction and lasers as cosmetic procedures considered safe and effective, researchers say.

Sono Bello Appoints Michael Gellis, MD as Chief Medical Officer

SEATTLE, Feb. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sono Bello, a growing multi-state medical practice, has appointed Michael Gellis, MD as Chief Medical Officer.  In this role, Dr. Gellis will provide clinical leadership ...

Lips to nose, cosmetic packages boom for Valentine's Day

New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) Lip augmentation, nose job, eyebrow lift...As women try to put their best 'face' forward for Valentine's Day, partners are busy gifting them cosmetic session packages.

Freezing Away Unwanted Fat

A revolutionary way to get rid of unwanted fat is now on the Western Slope. Two Grand Junction clinics are offering what's called "CoolSculpting". Its a relatively new procedure that safely freezes fat off your body.