ASPS Press Releases

December

'Bionic Face' Experiments Could Lead to New Treatment Approach for Facial Paralysis

An implantable neuroprosthetic device may one day provide a new approach to restoring more natural facial movement in patients with one-sided facial paralysis (hemifacial palsy), suggests a study in the January issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Botulinum Toxin Reduces Chronic Migraine Attacks, Compared to Placebo

A growing body of evidence supports the effectiveness of botulinum toxin injections in reducing the frequency of chronic migraine headaches, concludes an updated review and analysis in the January issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

November

Age Alone Doesn't Increase Complications of Free-Flap Breast Reconstruction in Older Women

Functional Nasal Surgery Relieves Chronic Headache for Some Patients

October

CRISPR Gene Editing Will Find Applications in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Facial Asymmetry Increases with Age

High Patient Satisfaction Rates after "Adam's Apple" Reduction Surgery

The Plastic Surgery Foundation Celebrates 7th Annual Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Names Alan Matarasso, MD, as New President

Andrea Pusic, MD, Elected President of The Plastic Surgery Foundation

September

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Announces Gold Sponsors for Plastic Surgery The Meeting

Medical Tourism Can Put Patients in Legal Limbo

Multimodal Analgesia for Breast Surgery – Combinations of Pain Medications Reduce the Need for Opioids

New Trends Survey Shows Plastic Surgeons Eager for Future Advances to Meet Growing Consumer Demands

ASPS Announces Mentor as a Platinum Sponsor for Plastic Surgery The Meeting

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons Hosts its 87th Annual Scientific Meeting in Chicago

August

American Society of Plastic Surgeons works to secure passage of the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act through Congress

Patient Satisfaction with Plastic Surgery – It's the Surgeon, Not the Practice

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Weighs in On Growing Popularity of Teen Plastic Surgery

Evolus Pledges Support as Platinum Sponsor of Plastic Surgery The Meeting

Galderma Pledges Support for Plastic Surgery The Meeting

Plastic Surgery Societies Issue Urgent Warning About the Risks Associated with Brazilian Butt Lifts

Sientra Welcomed as Sapphire Supporter for Plastic Surgery The Meeting

July

Patients Opt for 3D Simulation for Breast Augmentation – But It Doesn't Improve Outcomes

Implants Made by Computer-Aided Design Provide Good Results in Patients with Rare Chest Muscle Deformity

Allergan Pledges Support as Sapphire Sponsor of Plastic Surgery The Meeting

June

Complication of 'Fat Freezing' Procedure May Be More Common Than Thought

Most Teens with Gynecomastia Don't Need Hormone Lab Tests

Men Turn to Plastic Surgeons for a Better Body Image and More Confidence at Every Age

May

Custom 3D-Printed Models Help Plastic Surgeons Plan and Perform Rhinoplasty

Young Women at High Genetic Risk of Breast Cancer – Plastic Surgeons Play Key Role in Treatment

How to Avoid Common Mistakes When Selecting Your Plastic Surgeon

Skin Cancer Treatment? Think Plastic Surgery.

April

Online Reviews of Plastic Surgeons – Study Looks at Differences Between Happy and Unhappy Patients

Platelet-Rich Plasma for Cosmetic Facial Procedures – Promising Results, but Evidence Has Limitations

March

Breast Cancers Detected at Smaller Size in Women with Implants

Study Supports Safety of Outpatient Plastic Surgery Procedures

Plastic Surgery Abroad Can Lead to Severe Complications after Returning to the US

8 Lawn Safety Tips to Know Before You Mow

New Statistics Reveal the Shape of Plastic Surgery

February

More Than Just a Cosmetic Procedure - 'Tummy Tuck' Reduces Back Pain and Incontinence

'Botox' Improves Appearance of Facial Scars in Reconstructive Surgery

How Plastic Surgeons are Improving Quality of Life for Burn Patients

January

What Breast Reduction Patients Should Know about Health Insurance

Direct-to-Implant Breast Reconstruction Provides Good Results in Older Women

Complications of Penile Reconstruction Surgery Differ for Transgender Patients