#Cosmetic Surgeon Branding

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[thethief1996]

700 Palestinians were killed in the last 24 hours and the airstrikes are more violent each night. Gaza's hospitals have fuel left for two more days. Israel only allowed aid into Gaza on the condition they didn't carry fuel. The Indonesian hospital has shut down already, because doctors have no supplies and no choice but to let the wounded die. They're calling it a collapse but the term doesn't do it justice.

Over a 100 incubator babies are at risk. There are 50.000 pregnant women in Gaza right now, and 5.500 due to give birth this month. Menstruating people are taking pills in order to stop their periods, because they do not have pads or water to maintain hygiene. Surgeons are operating without anesthesia. Water is not reaching Gazans because there's no electricity or fuel for water pumps.

There's no excuse for this. Israel justifies the airstrikes by saying they want to destroy Hamas infrastructure and release the hostages, but they have refused to negotiate for their release. Hamas informed Israel they wanted to release two elderly women without anything in return, and Israel refused. Netanyahu said they wouldn't take their own civilians back because it was "mendacious propaganda." When the hostages were finally released, Netanyahu prohibited the hospital from giving press releases. Yocheved Lifshitz went behind their backs and talked to the press anyway, saying she was treated very well by Hamas, but the government abandoned them. They're being used as straw men. Israel is conditioning the entry of fuel to the release of hostages and yet, according to The Wall Street Journal, when Hamas proposed to exchange 50 hostages for fuel they denied. IDF officials have said they fear the release of more hostages because that might withhold the order to their ground invasion. They do not care as long as they can use the hostages as a pretext for their slaughtering.

There's a turning tide for Palestine in public support. Support for Israel was built through decades of propaganda and we are making a dent into it. Zionists are desperate, holding zoom meetings to promote zionism, but we have to do so much more. We have to shame people in power into supporting the Palestinian cause.

Keep yourself updated and share Palestinian voices, looking to inform yourself from the sources. Palestinians have asked of us only that we share, tweet and post, over and over. Muna El-Kurd said every tweet is like a treasure to them, because their voices are repressed on social media and even on this very app. Make it your action item to share something about the Palestinian plight everyday. Here are some resources:

Al Jazeera

Anadolu Agency

Mondoweiss

Boycott Divest Sanction Movement

Palestinian Youth Movement

Mohammed El-Kurd (twitter / instagram)

Al-Shabaka (twitter / instagram)

Mariam Barghouti (twitter / instagram)

Muhammad Shehada (twitter)

Motaz Azaiza (instagram) - reporting directly from Gaza

Take action. You can participate in boycotts wherever you are in the world, through BDS guidelines. Right now, they are focusing on boycotting (don't be overwhelmed by gigantic boycott lists. Only boycott additional brands if you can):

Carrefour

HP

Puma

Sabra

Sodastream

Ahava cosmetics

Israeli fruits and vegetables

Push for a cultural boycott - pressure your favorite artist to speak out on Palestine and cancel any upcoming performances on occupied territory (Lorde cancelled her gig in Israel because of this. It works.)

If you can, participate in direct action or donate. Palestine Action works to shut down Israeli weapons factories in the UK and USA, and have successfully shut down one of their firms in London. Some of the activists are going on trial and are calling for mobilizing on court.

Call your representatives. The Labour Party in the UK had an emergency meeting after several councilors threatened to resign if they didn't condemn Israeli war crimes. Calling to show your complaints works, even more if you live in a country that funds genocide.

FOR PEOPLE IN THE USA: USCPR has developed this toolkit for calls

FOR PEOPLE IN THE UK: Friends of Al-Aqsa UK and Palestine Solidarity UK have made toolkits for calls and emails

FOR PEOPLE IN GERMANY: Here's a toolkit to contact your representatives by Voices in Europe for Peace

FOR PEOPLE IN IRELAND: Here's a toolkit by Voices in Europe for Peace

FOR PEOPLE IN POLAND: Here's a toolkit by Voices in Europe for Peace

FOR PEOPLE IN DENMARK: Here's a toolkit by Voices in Europe for Peace

FOR PEOPLE IN SWEDEN: Here's a toolkit by Voices in Europe for Peace

FOR PEOPLE IN AUSTRALIA: Here's a toolkit by Stand With Palestine

FOR PEOPLE IN CANADA: Here's a toolkit by Indepent Jewish Voices for Canada

Join a protest. Here's a constantly updating list of protests:

Global calendar

USA calendar

Australia calendar

Here are upcoming events:

CANBERRA/NGUNNAWAL, AUSTRALIA – Wed Oct 25, 11 am, National Press Club. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cyh1xy1BMrU/

OXFORD, ENGLAND – Wed Oct 25, 12:15 pm, Cornmarket. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/CykroKeInz3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

SMITH COLLEGE (US) – Wed Oct 25, 12 pm, Chapin Lawn. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/CymT8f5vnHN/?img_index=1

ST CATHERINES, ON ( CANADA) – Wed Oct 25, 6 pm, 61 Geneva St Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/889319005528757/

TORONTO, CANADA – Wed Oct 25, 5 pm, Sidney Smith Hall. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/CyjVbpGvva8/

SANT CUGAT, CATALONIA, SPAIN – Thurs Oct 26, 6 pm, Davant l’Ajuntament. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/CynL834tgg9/?img_index=4

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – Fri Oct 27, 7 pm, Federation Square. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cyhyd0vhP8t/

LIVORNO, ITALY – Sat Oct 28, 2:30 pm, Piazza Cavour. Info https://www.instagram.com/p/CyiWJ06MXpM/

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (US) – Sat Oct 28, 1 pm, Lake Street and Minnehaha.

ROME, ITALY – Sat Oct 28, Rome. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cyi7ey-MMs1/?img_index=1

ROME, ITALY – Sat Nov 4, Rome. Info TBA: https://www.instagram.com/p/CyndKUitnMU/

WASHINGTON, DC (USA) – Sat Nov 4, 12 pm, White House. Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/CyiecRtr9-B/

Wollongong: Rally at Crown Street Mall Amphitheatre on 21 Oct at 1 PM

Melbourne: Blak and Palestinian Solidarity Rally at Victorian Parliament House Steps on 25 Oct at 6 PM

HOUSTON: Thursday, October 26th, 5:45PM, Rice University, Central Quad

VANCOUVER: OCT 28 at 2PM, Vancouver Art Gallery

KITCHENER: Wednesday October 25th at 5 PM at CBC Kitchener

SANTA ANA: 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701, October 25th at 5:30 pm

TORONTO: WED. OCT 25 at 7PM at Queen's Park

[CAR RALLY] WASHINGTON D.C: Wednesday 10/25 outside the US State Department on the 23rd Street side

Feel free to add more.

[marzipanandminutiae]

I'm pulling you back onstage, what's this about the dangers of white lead makeup being known already at the time it was used?

They were!

Giovanni Paolo Lomazzo, writing in 1598. For anyone who's struggling with the typeface (spelling preserved):

OF CERUSSE, AND THE EFFECTS thereof. The Ceruse, or white lead, which women use to better their complexion, is made of lead and vineger; which mixture is naturally a great drier; and is used by the Chirugions [surgeons] to drie up moiste sores. So that those women which use it about their faces, doe quickly become withered and gray-headed, because this doth so mightely drie up the naturall moysture of their flesh. And if any give not credite to my reporte; let them but observe such as have used it, and I doubt not but they will easily bee satisfied.

That's putting it mildly- ceruse could also cause skin peeling, hair loss, paralysis, seizures, organ damage, a host of other symptoms, and even death. But still, they were at least aware that it was Not GoodTM, and it's possible other sources I haven't read more accurately stress the gravity of the danger. Certainly it was known to be deadly by the 18th century, when the death of 27-year-old socialite Maria Gunning, Countess of Coventry was ascribed to her alleged use thereof. (I've never seen proof of this, and it's important to remember that as an Irishwoman, she may have faced undue hostility in English high society- and had very light skin naturally).

It's also difficult to trace just how popular ceruse even was, because less harmful forms of white face paint and powder also existed. One could speculate that this woman or that used ceruse, but nobody did a survey of such things. It was definitely real- cosmetic white lead tablets have been found dating as far back as ancient Greece -but whether it was the Sephora foundation of its day or the BBL (ie a dangerous beauty aid that a few devotees turned to but most eschewed) cannot truly be known.

By the 19th century, ceruse makeup had passed completely out of use as far as I know. Its legend grew as a cautionary tale on the dangers of vanity; the "fact" that Queen Elizabeth I used it was repeated over and over until it became common- if totally unsupported -knowledge. They had arsenic complexion wafers in the latter half of the 1800s- although one brand much advertised in the US was tested by contemporary scientists and found to be mostly lactose with only tiny amounts of arsenic or none at all, so cost-cutting entrepreneurs may have accidentally prevented illness or death. IF the wafers were popular at all, which once again remains unknown- certainly few letters and diaries I'm aware of mention them, if any.

(Interestingly, there's an echo of Maria Gunning's legend in Victorian newspaper stories about socialites "enameling," or applying a plaster-like layer of semi-permanent toxic makeup to their faces. Enameling was alleged to be undetectible but It's Definitely There; Trust Us; A Friend Of A Friend Of Alva Vanderbilt's Cousin's Underbutler Said, etc. This is similarly lacking in any solid evidence; recipes for a product called "enamel" do exist in period texts, but it always seems to be more akin to liquid foundation today, and I've personally only seen one such preparation containing lead. Many even included zinc oxide, which might have provided some unintentional SPF.)

[haggishlyhagging]

"I did it for me," reads the plaque held by the woman in a Botox ad. There's a sense that she's presenting the plaque to us, the audience, and it's kind of unnerving. The makers of the ad are conversant in the basic language of both body acceptance and choice feminism, and this ad is an attempt to make an end-run around any existing skepticism about cosmetic surgery, by appealing to free, market-savvy choice and its result, empowerment. This woman who paid a tidy sum of money for a smooth forehead and nonexistent nasolabial folds is not a dupe of the patriarchy, dammit! She's not doing it for a man; she's not doing it for a woman; she's doing it for herself, and those are the magic words. Variations on “I did it for me” appear and reappear in ads for Botox and breast implants; they're present when Vogue suggests—you know, just puts it out there—that you could shorten your toes in order to better fit them into Jimmy Choos; they exist whenever morning talk-radio hosts give away free breast implants to the woman with the best small-boobs sob story. "I did it for me," "I did it to feel better about myself," and, "I'm not doing it for anyone else" are defensive reflexes that acknowledge an imagined feminist disapproval and impatiently brush it away.

It's been twenty-five years since Naomi Wolf wrote, in her bestselling book The Beauty Myth, that "The ideology of beauty is the last one remaining of the old feminine ideologies that still has the power to control those women whom second-wave feminism would have otherwise made relatively uncontrollable." For all the gains that various women's movements have made possible, rigidly prescribed, predominantly white beauty standards are one site where time has not revolutionized our thinking. Concurrently, it's also where the expansion of consumer choice has made it possible to bow to such standards in countless new ways.

Choice has become the primary way to talk about looks, a phenomenon that journalist Alex Kuczynski called "an activism of aesthetics" in her 2006 book Beauty Junkies. In the book, the cosmetic surgery industry in particular is portrayed as a kind of Thunderdome where the waiting lists for a new injectable climb into the double digits, impeccably spray-tanned celebrity doctors jostle for prime soundbite space in women's magazines, and speakers at surgeons' conventions end their speeches with a call to "Push plastic surgery." With a rise in options—more doctors, more competing pharmaceutical brands, the rise of cosmetic-surgery tourism that promises cheap procedures in tropical locations—the landscape of sculpted noses and liposuctioned abs has been defined by choice. The "activism," too, is one of individual choice—it refers to being proactive about one's own appearance, vigilant enough to be able to head off wrinkles, droops, and sags at the pass. Framed within our neoliberal discourse, an activism of aesthetics doesn't dismantle the beauty standards that telegraph worth and status, but advocates for everyone's right to purchase whatever interventions are necessary to achieve those standards. The individual world shrinks to the size of a doctor's office; other people exist only as points of physical comparison.

Though we often think of beauty and body imperatives in their prefeminist form—the hobbling footbinding, the lead whitening powders, the tapeworm diet—the ostensibly consciousness-raised decades since the 1970s have brought a mind-boggling array of dictates, standards, and trends to all genders, but most forcefully to women. When capri pants were the move of the moment in the 1990s, Vogue was there to suggest quick surgical fixes for knobby knees and undefined calves. Less than ten years later, the clavicle was the body part du jour, balancing the trend of voluminous clothing with reassuring proof that, under all that material, the wearer was appropriately thin. (One clavicle-boasting woman stated to The New York Times that the clavicle was the "easiest and least controversial expression of a kind of sex appeal"—not as obviously sexy as breasts, but evidence of a physical discipline coveted among the fashion set.) A handful of years after that, the focus moved south again, to the "thigh gap" coveted by a largely young audience, some of whom blogged about their pursuit of the gap with diet journals and process photos.

Though certain types of bodies have historically come in and out of fashion—the flapper dresses of the 1920s required a boyish, hipless figure, while the tight angora sweaters of the '50s demanded breasts, or at least the padded semblance of them—the pace with which bodies are presented as the "right" ones to have has quickened. The beachy girls-next-door of the 1970s were elbowed out by the Amazonion supermodels of the 1980s, who gave way to the heroin-chic waifs of the '90s, who were knocked off the editorial pages of the early 2000s by the Brazilian bombshells, who were then edged out by the doll-eyed British blondes. Meanwhile, the fashion industry selectively co-opts whatever "ethnic" attributes can be appropriated in the service of a trend. Black and Latina women with junk in the trunk who have been erased by mainstream glossies, overlooked as runway models, and ill-served by pants designed for comparatively fat rears were rightly annoyed to hear from Vogue, in 2014, that "We're Officially in the Era of the Big Booty" thanks to stars like Iggy Azalea, Miley Cyrus, and Kim Kardashian. There is no wrong way to have a body" wrote author and size-positive sage Hanne Blank, but that sentiment will always be contradicted by a market, and a media, that depends on people not believing it.

-Andi Zeisler, We Were Feminists Once

[imladybbq]

You Are Beautiful and Perfectly Imperfect Just the Way You Are 

I am pretty sure everyone wants to feel beautiful, look good and be presentable, be it offline or online. We want to create a good impression of ourselves that reflects our appearance and personality. It is especially evident in our current generation, where we will take great pictures and post them on social media. This consists of our day-to-day activities, outfits of the day (#OOTD), unforgettable moments and so on. It has become a trend of romanticizing mundane daily hustle and bustle. One of the ways we do this is by applying filters to our photos.   

What is Filter?  

A filter is a process where something is added or removed to distort or alter texts or photos. It has become a significant tool in the social media world (Rettberg 2014 p. 21). It allows us to edit the photos into something more aesthetically pleasing. However, it can also use as a way to entertain us and our friends. For instance, TikTok is known for its interactive filters, such as ‘Which Disney Characters Are You?’. There are so many types of filters, varying from beauty filters to mini-games, and try-on products. 

Filters have come a long way, and we use them daily. It has a couple of benefits to it, especially for brands! It creates a high engagement, which in turn provides a highly memorable experience. Filters are very interactive, and it requires the user��s full attention. Hence, it is wonderful for advertising a product or service, as it proves to have 70% memory recall, as compared to traditional advertising (Hamilton 2022).   

Plus, it also enhances the purchasing journey of customers. People do not need to go to physical stores anymore. We can merely try on makeup products through this technology, which can influence spontaneous buying (Hamilton 2022). On top of that, filters are such a pleasure to experiment with, especially the ones that highlight your greatest features and make you feel cute (Belle 2018). I mean, who does not like that, right?  

But there are a few cons to Filters...  

Unfortunately, it can distort our perception of reality, especially beauty filters. It becomes even worse with the beauty representation depicted through media and society. Society tends to pressure both men and women on a specific beauty standard needed to accomplish to be more socially desirable. This could create a person to have body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Those with this disorder are concerned with some aspects of their appearance that they find unattractive (Coy-Dibley 2016 p. 2). It can become serious when one starts experiencing anxiety and obsession over their appearance through compulsive habits and routines, such as non-stop grooming and hiding certain ‘unattractive’ body areas (Coy-Dibley 2016 p. 3).   

Hence, numerous images portrayed by the media have a massive impact on those with BDD or those who are highly insecure. According to Orbach, we can see that many industries play on people’s body insecurities, highlighting them and all their supposed physical faults. They emphasize how these can be modified to look ‘better’, shaping the idealized concept of beauty. I believe we can all agree that the media and society sometimes have a ridiculous beauty standard that is unceasingly narrow and unrealistic (Coy-Dibley 2016 p. 3).  

According to a survey in 2017 by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), cosmetic surgeons first recognized a pattern of patients seeking surgery to better mimic how they appear using filters. In line with the results of that survey, 55% of surgeons reported seeing patients who wanted surgery primarily to enhance their appearance in selfies. In agreement with the previous point, in a 2015 study that looked at the impact of edited selfies on young girls' body dissatisfaction, people who regularly edit their photos are more concerned about their bodies and are more inclined to develop a distorted view of how they actually look.  

“I just see a lot of images that are just really unrealistic, and it sets up unrealistic expectations for patients because they’re trying to look like a fantasized version of themselves,” - Dr Vashi  

Body Positivity Movement  

In recent years, there has been a monumental shift in how bodies are represented in the media. Now you can see multiple plus-size celebrities on the screen, from fashion advertising to television shows. Big influential brands, such as H&M, have extended their clothing line to cater to those who are plus size (Yeboah 2020).

Other than that, makeup brands start expanding their shade range to provide for various skin colours. I am sure you would have heard of Fenty Beauty, a cosmetic brand that became one of the first makeup brands to launch 50 shades, which include albinos and dark-skinned people.

Now people are starting to accept that people come in different shapes, sizes and colours. Everyone deserves to be celebrated, and everyone is beautiful just the way they are.   

Although of course that this movement still has a long way to go. We can still see many nasty and insensitive comments due to the deep-rooted beauty standards in our society. Despite it, we must all uplift one another and create awareness, and with this, it can dismantle the toxic and hazardous narratives about unrealistic beauty standards by the media (Yeboah 2020). Together, we can create a safe space for every person to accept and love themselves.   

References:

Belle, E 2018, Young People Are Reportedly Seeking Plastic Surgery to Look More Like They Do in Snapchat Filters, Teen Vogue, Teen Vogue, viewed 2 June 2023, <https://www.teenvogue.com/story/young-people-plastic-surgery-snapchat-filters>. 

Coy-Dibley, I 2016, ‘“Digitized Dysmorphia” of the female body: the re/disfigurement of the image’, Palgrave communications, vol. 2, no. 1, Palgrave Macmillan, London, p. 16040–. 

Hamilton, J 2022, AR Filters – Everything You Need to Know! | Eon Visual Media, Eon Visual Media - App, Web, Design, Animation & Video, viewed 2 June 2023, <https://eon-media.com/insights/ar-filters/>. 

Rettberg, JW 2014, Seeing Ourselves Through Technology: How We Use Selfies, Blogs and Wearable Devices To See and Shape Ourselves, Springer Open, Basingstoke, pp. 20–32. 

Yeboah, S 2020, The body positivity movement still has a long way to go—here’s why, Vogue India, Vogue India, viewed 2 June 2023, <https://www.vogue.in/wellness/content/body-positivity-fat-acceptance-movement-still-has-a-long-way-to-go>. 

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They have an expanding complying with that consists of some celebrities

High-top footwear are needed in order to the ankle joint as the toddler takes its initial steps: Mistaken yet well-meaning loved ones usually commit this misconception. Research studies have actually revealed that a brand-new youngster is solid sufficient to stand and stroll, he might have ankle joints solid sufficient to sustain his physique.

They have an expanding complying with that consists of some celebrities. The patterns and shades are frequently altering with the periods, and likewise that will not are restricted to obtaining a pattern just to recognize that everyone has the precise very same one. You will certainly enjoy these Superga footwear utilizing personification of style and convenience of usage.

For a modern-day day variant, objective for the Reverse All Celebrity AC/DC high top footwear leading Trainers. Black material fulfills dark rubber for a close to monochrome appearance that provides life tinted.

The midsole of this design provides Zoom Nike is understood for, and an air bag at the heel that will certainly aid with the effect from going. This the real factor it is located throughout the sports footwear and basketball footwear related to the internet site online. The outsole has the very same pattern as various other basketball footwear cristiano ronaldo shoes, to help in grip.

Make specific that obtain excellent grip pressure. You are needed to look for footwear having a rubber single and some kind of anti-slip pattern when you think about all within the relocations you carry out in those footwear. In this manner, uncover be particular that you will certainly not slide while servicing the internet.

According to my monitoring, there is even more range you can obtain in guys's contrasted with ladies's footwear cheap soccer cleats or boots. One policy to keep in mind is that a great deal of sports pores and skin footwear need to be just put on with sports apparel like tennis shorts and so on.

A current study of specialists that offer assistance on youngsters's feet, consisting of doctors, orthopedic cosmetic surgeons, pediatric orthopedics, and podiatric doctors, disclosed vast aberration of point of view relating to footwear scarpe da calcio magista and shoes in a selection of troublesome and regular toes. What is a mum or daddy left to do? The only sensible method to your topic will certainly be constantly to take a look at some conventional concepts in the sunshine of current studies and experience, so connecting to establish if your expert sights must be maintained or disposed of.

Reverse Chuck Taylor All Celebrity black footwear even more than a selection of shade. These modern and traditional layouts are a life-style choice, a simple technique to truly coincide and various other at the same footwear you use time.

[coldgoateeluminary]

Body Modification and Self-Image in the Age of Visual Social Media

In today’s visually driven digital landscape, platforms like Instagram and TikTok shape our perceptions of beauty and body image in powerful ways. Body modification methods such as tattoos, piercings, plastic surgeries, and even filters. This has become a prevalent topic among social media users, creating conversations about these days' beauty standards, and cultural trends.

To begin with, let us start with "What is body modification" you may ask? The word 'body modification' refers to a wide range of activities that include piercing, tattooing, branding, cutting, binding, and implanting to change the appearance and shape of the body (Featherstone 2005). This has been reported to be a popular trend recently, also. In recent decades, there has been a continuous increase in the number of people, especially adolescents, undergoing medical body modification (MBM) to change their physically healthy bodies in invasive and nearly permanent ways by surgical means (e.g., surgery) (Kohls & Roessner 2022).

Nowadays, information can spread rapidly thanks to the internet. Take the case of social media influencer and model Kylie Jenner, who has openly discussed her lip fillers, influencing countless followers to pursue similar enhancements. To make this more clear, Kylie expressed a wish to remove the misunderstanding that she made modifications to her face because she was 'insecure,' stating that she has always been confident and that her decision to undergo dermal fillers stemmed from a love of herself (Lang 2023). This highlights her influence on perceptions of self-confidence tied to cosmetic procedures. Moreover, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported a significant spike in lip treatments in 2016, following Kylie's admission that she had lip filler (Lang 2023). This directly correlates with Kylie’s admission about lip fillers and the rising trend in cosmetic surgeries, particularly lip enhancement. While such transparency can ignite conversations about beauty standards and self-expression, it often comes with the potential risks that inherent in these procedures. This includes mental health impacts and bodily autonomy issues (Sarwer et al. 1998).

The popularity of body modification content often leads to unrealistic beauty standards, pushing users to conform to idealized images. Back to the Kardashians, according to Hafeez & Zulfiqar in 2023, the Kardashians have influenced young women to believe that achieving the Kardashian figure requires intense exercise and a balanced diet. The truth is that they have undergone numerous surgical and cosmetic treatments to get their looks and continually modify their images (Hafeez & Zulfiqar 2023). The reconstructed ideal image was so heavily promoted that women began to exchange their true identities for 'reel' bodies that represented who they wanted to be (Hafeez & Zulfiqar 2023). The #PlasticSurgery hashtag on Instagram rakes in millions of views, showcasing before-and-after photos that can be inspiring but also misleading. Many users are unaware that these visual transformations can be significantly edited or filtered, blurring the line between reality and fabrication.

In conclusion, the relationship between body modification and self-image on visual social media provides opportunities for self-expression while also challenging individuality. An example such as Kylie Jenner showcases how beauty standards are shaped while highlighting the complexities behind such choices. While these platforms can encourage conversations about self-confidence, they also perpetuate unrealistic ideals that impact mental health and body image.

REFERENCES:

Featherstone, M 2005, “Body modification,” SAGE Publications Ltd eBooks, viewed <https://sk.sagepub.com/books/body-modification>.

Kohls, G & Roessner, V 2022, “Editorial Perspective: Medical body modification in youth with gender dysphoria or body dysmorphic disorder – is current practice coherent and evidence‐based?,” Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, vol. 64, no. 7, pp. 1096–1100, viewed <https://acamh.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jcpp.13717>.

Lang, C 2023, “Not even the Kardashians can keep up with their unrealistic beauty standards,” TIME, 28 July, viewed <https://time.com/6298911/kardashians-kylie-jenner-boob-job-beauty-standards/>.

Sarwer, DB, Wadden, TA, Pertschuk, MJ & Whitaker, LA 1998, “THE PSYCHOLOGY OF COSMETIC SURGERY: a REVIEW AND RECONCEPTUALIZATION,” Clinical Psychology Review, vol. 18, no. 1, pp. 1–22, viewed <https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272735897000470>.Hafeez, E & Zulfiqar, F 2023, “How false social media beauty standards lead to body dysmorphia,” Pakistan Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, vol. 11, no. 3, viewed <https://www.researchgate.net/publication/374918204_How_False_Social_Media_Beauty_Standards_Lead_To_Body_Dysmorphia>.

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From Data to Diagnosis: The Growth of AI Technologies in the Pathology Market

Plastic surgery instruments play a vital role in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, enabling precision, safety, and efficiency. The demand for these specialized tools has been steadily increasing, primarily driven by advancements in surgical technology, rising consumer interest in aesthetic enhancements, and the growing number of reconstructive surgeries worldwide. The global market for plastic surgery instruments covers a wide range of sizes and types, including scalpels, forceps, retractors, and scissors, among others, tailored for diverse surgical needs. As these instruments cater to precise and delicate procedures, quality and design are critical factors, impacting both the safety and outcomes of surgeries. The plastic surgery instruments market has seen considerable growth in recent years, with an increasing number of manufacturers introducing innovative tools and expanding their product lines to meet demand. Market size estimates show strong growth trajectories, fueled by both technological innovations and the expanding demographic of patients seeking aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries.

According to MRFR analysis, the market size for plastic surgery instruments was projected to reach 18.35 billion USD in 2022. By 2032, the plastic surgery instruments market is projected to have grown from 19.52 billion USD in 2023 to 34.1 billion USD. Over the course of the forecast period (2024–2032), the Plastic Surgery Instrument Market is anticipated to develop at a CAGR of around 6.39%.

Plastic Surgery Instruments Market Share

The global plastic surgery instruments market is dominated by a few key players, yet there is a healthy distribution of market share across established brands and emerging companies. North America holds a substantial portion of the market share due to high consumer awareness, advanced healthcare facilities, and a greater acceptance of cosmetic procedures. Europe and the Asia-Pacific region are also experiencing significant growth, with increasing demand in countries such as South Korea, Japan, and India, where cosmetic surgery has gained cultural acceptance. The share of plastic surgery instruments in the broader medical instruments market continues to rise as plastic and reconstructive surgeries become more common, bolstered by shifting societal norms and advances in minimally invasive procedures. As the industry grows, manufacturers are continuously working to improve their market share by developing more efficient, ergonomic, and innovative instruments that cater to the specific needs of surgeons.

Plastic Surgery Instruments Analysis and Trends

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Informed Decision-Making: Reports provide detailed insights into the plastic surgery instruments market, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions based on data-driven analysis and forecasts.

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Trend Identification: Understanding current trends, such as minimally invasive surgeries and personalized instruments, allows stakeholders to anticipate future market needs and adjust their portfolios accordingly.

Product Development: Market reports highlight customer preferences and technological advancements, assisting manufacturers in innovating and developing new products that meet the latest surgical standards.

Market Opportunities: Comprehensive analysis helps identify untapped regions and demographic segments where demand for plastic surgery instruments is expected to grow, offering opportunities for expansion and investment.

Recent Developments in Plastic Surgery Instruments

Recent developments in plastic surgery instruments have centered on enhancing surgical precision, improving patient outcomes, and reducing recovery times. For instance, several companies have introduced instruments specifically designed for robotic-assisted surgeries, which offer better control and dexterity in delicate procedures. The introduction of bio-engineered materials for surgical instruments has also improved the durability and biocompatibility of tools, making them safer for patients. Additionally, manufacturers are exploring 3D printing technology to create patient-specific surgical instruments, which allows for a high degree of customization in complex reconstructive procedures. The development of digital software to assist with preoperative planning has further enhanced the role of instruments in achieving precise and predictable results. These advancements illustrate how plastic surgery instruments continue to evolve, driven by innovations that meet the changing demands of modern surgical practices.

In summary, the plastic surgery instruments market is thriving due to an increasing interest in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, continuous innovation, and shifting trends toward advanced surgical techniques. Market reports provide valuable insights, supporting informed decisions and strategic planning for stakeholders across the healthcare and medical device industries.

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Plastic Surgeon Receptionist Training

Upgrade your front desk team's performance with Catherine Maley's Plastic Surgeon Receptionist Training. Learn effective strategies to improve patient interactions, improve booking rates, and increase overall practice efficiency. This program equips receptionists with the tools to create lasting first impressions and build patient trust. Promote your practice with practical techniques tailored to the plastic surgery field. Explore more and transform your team's skills today.

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SimBioSys AI 3D Visualizations In Breast Cancer Detection

SimBioSys

A startup uses AI-powered 3D visualizations to assist surgeons in identifying breast cancers.

A potential new technique to assist surgeons in operating on and better treating breast malignancies is a new AI-powered imaging-based system that generates precise three-dimensional models of tumors, veins, and other soft tissue.

SimBioSys is a business that enhances cancer treatment via biophysical simulations and artificial intelligence (AI):

Technology

With the use of SimBioSys‘s technology, clinicians may better comprehend a patient’s condition and tailor therapy by creating virtual models of tumors.

How SimBioSys Works

The system developed by SimBioSys creates a risk analysis for a patient’s cancer by examining their tumor, pathology report, and demographic information. This aids physicians in promptly identifying the most effective course of action to prevent recurrence.

Goals

By giving doctors a deeper grasp of each patient’s condition, SimBioSys hopes to revolutionize cancer treatment decision-making.

Partners

Partners Reputable organizations including the University of Chicago Medicine, Cedars Sinai, Cleveland Clinic, City of Hope, and Mayo Clinic are among those with whom SimBioSys has worked.

In 2018, Tushar Pandey, John Cole, and Joe Peterson created SimBioSys. The corporate office is located in Chicago, Illinois.

The technique, developed by the Illinois-based firm SimBioSys, transforms standard black-and-white MRI pictures into volumetric, spatially precise pictures of a patient’s breasts. After that, it shows various sections of the breast in different hues. Tumors are depicted in blue, surrounding tissue is gray, and the vascular system, or veins, may be red.

Using 3D Visualizations

The 3D visualizations may then be readily manipulated by surgeons on a computer screen, giving them valuable information to assist direct procedures and inform treatment strategies. TumorSight is a device that computes important surgical metrics, such as the volume of a tumor and its distance from the nipple and chest wall.

Additionally, it offers important information on the extent of a tumor relative to the total volume of the breast, which may assist surgeons in deciding before a treatment starts whether to attempt breast preservation or opt for a mastectomy, which sometimes has unpleasant and cosmetic side effects. TumorSight was approved by the FDA last year.

WHO estimates 2.3 million women worldwide are diagnosed with breast cancer yearly. Over 500,000 people die from breast cancer yearly. According to Brigham and Women’s Hospital, 100,000 US women get mastectomy yearly.

Surgeons get a radiological report with one or two tumor pictures and the phrases, “Tumor size and location.” In order to get further information, the surgeon must locate the radiologist, speak with them (which is not always possible), and go over the case with them.

SimBioSys pretrains its models using cloud-based NVIDIA A100 Tensor Core GPUs. Additionally, it runs its imaging technology using NVIDIA CUDA-X libraries, such as cuBLAS and MONAI Deploy, and leverages NVIDIA MONAI for training and validation data.

SimBioSys is a participant in the NVIDIA Inception startup program

SimBioSys is already developing other AI applications that it believes will increase the survival rate of breast cancer patients.

It has created a brand-new method for resolving breast MRI pictures collected while the patient is face down and transforming them into realistic, virtual 3D visualizations of the tumor and surrounding tissue that will be seen when the patient is face up during surgery.

Surgeons will find this 3D visualizations particularly useful as it allows them to see how a breast and any tumors would appear after surgery.

The technique computes how gravity affects various types of breast tissue and takes into consideration how different types of skin elasticity affect a breast’s form while a patient is on the operating table in order to produce this images.

The business is also developing a novel approach that uses AI to swiftly provide insights that may prevent cancer from returning.

Today, pathology tests are performed in hospital laboratories on malignancies removed by surgeons. After that, the samples are submitted to another outside lab for a more thorough molecular study.

Usually, this procedure takes up to six weeks. Patients and physicians are unable to promptly develop treatment strategies to prevent recurrence if they do not know the aggressiveness of the cancer in the resected tumor or how that kind of cancer would react to various therapies.

The new technology from SimBioSys analyzes a patient’s demographic information, the hospital’s first tumor pathology report, and the 3D volumetric properties of the recently excised tumor using an AI model. Based on such data, SimBioSys creates a risk analysis for that patient’s cancer in a few hours, assisting physicians in making an immediate decision on the best course of action to prevent recurrence.

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Plastic Surgeons and Branding | How to Brand Cosmetic Surgery Practices

Author Catherine Maley, Mba Published October 17, 2021 Word count 897 I am often asked about plastic surgeons and branding, so I wanted to weigh in on the question, “Do I need to “brand” me? Frankly, there’s no one right answer. There is only the right answer for you. What is Branding? Branding is the process of communicating the unique differentiator that sets you apart from your…

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"Posti changes its name to Posti," declares Helsingin Sanomat's headline in a story detailing the postal service's latest rebranding effort.

Finland's state-owned postal company is introducing its unified Posti brand in Finland, Sweden and the Baltic countries, reports HS.

As a result, Posti is renaming its international subsidiaries and its Finnish logistics company, Transval, to Posti. At the same time, it's phasing out the Itella brand — which is still used in Baltic countries. Finland's postal service, Suomen Posti, changed its name to Itella in 2007, rebranding in 2015 as Posti Group.

Now, ten years later, its various subsidiaries will also be called Posti.

Plastic fertiliser

It turns out that grocery stores don't remove plastic packaging when sorting their expired food into organic waste, resulting in plastic contamination in fertiliser.

Foods wrapped in plastic get crushed with other biomass. While plastic fragments eventually get separated from the mixture, not all of the plastic gets filtered out. Indeed, some of it actually makes its way into fertiliser marketed as environmentally friendly.

"The organic waste from stores arrives at the facilities packaged," Juhani Viljakainen, a recycling expert at Gasum, Maaseudun Tulevaisuus reports.

Retailers told the agricultural paper that they would change their practices regarding packaging removal if they received new guidelines from above.

Plugging a trend

Demand for earlobe repairs is up. According to Iltalehti, people increasingly want to undo the noughties fashion trend of stretching out earlobes to wear large earrings.

The cosmetic procedure is becoming sought-after at private clinics as public healthcare won't foot the costs. People with 'flesh tunnels' often start reconsidering their look when starting a family, according to the paper.

To correct the self-inflicted issue, surgeons remove the drooping skin and reconstruct the earlobe. The cost ranges from a few hundred to a couple of thousand euros.

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Best Filler Injector in Las Vegas: Achieve Perfect Results with Restylane

When it comes to enhancing your natural beauty, best filler injector in las vegas are a go-to solution for many people seeking non-surgical cosmetic improvements. Among the most popular and trusted brands of dermal fillers is Restylane, known for its ability to provide smooth, natural-looking results. But getting those perfect results depends not just on the product but also on the expertise of the injector. If you're in Las Vegas and looking for the laser skin tightening las vegas, you've come to the right place. Let’s dive deep into everything you need to know to get flawless results with Restylane.

What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are gel-like substances injected beneath the skin to restore lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. As we age, our skin loses elasticity and volume, causing sagging, fine lines, and hollow areas. Dermal fillers like restylane las vegas help reverse these signs of aging by plumping the skin and filling in wrinkles.

Dermal fillers can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

Smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles.

Restoring volume to the cheeks and temples.

Enhancing the lips.

Sculpting the jawline.

Softening deep lines around the mouth (marionette lines and nasolabial folds).

Restylane is a hyaluronic acid-based filler designed to mimic the body's own natural hyaluronic acid. It’s a versatile filler that can be used for multiple purposes, including lip enhancement, cheek contouring, and reducing wrinkles. The key benefit of Restylane is its ability to integrate into the skin for a smooth, natural appearance, without a stiff or overdone look.

Why Choose Restylane?

Restylane stands out from other dermal fillers for several reasons:

Natural-Looking Results: Restylane integrates well with the skin, giving it a smooth finish without looking overfilled.

Variety of Formulas: There’s a Restylane product for nearly every facial concern—whether you're looking for volume, contouring, or wrinkle smoothing.

Long-Lasting Effects: Depending on the product and treatment area, Restylane results can last anywhere from 6 to 18 months.

Choosing the right injector is just as important as selecting the right product. A skilled injector with extensive experience in Restylane can enhance your facial features while maintaining a natural appearance.

What to Look for in a Filler Injector

Credentials: Ensure your injector is a licensed medical professional, such as a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Experience: Look for an injector with extensive experience specifically in administering Restylane fillers.

Portfolio: Review before-and-after photos of previous clients to assess the injector's technique and results.

Reputation: Check reviews and testimonials from past clients to gauge satisfaction levels.

The best Restylane injector will have an eye for aesthetics, understanding the unique contours of each face. This expertise ensures that fillers are applied with precision, enhancing your natural beauty while avoiding overfilling. In Las Vegas, where cosmetic treatments are in high demand, it's essential to find an injector who is both highly skilled and reputable.

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Oculoplastic Surgeon | American Laser Eye Hospitals

An oculoplastic physician is a fairly specialized doctor who combines the understanding of each ophthalmology and plastic surgical treatment. These surgeons consciousness on the delicate regions around the eyes, which consist of the eyelids, tear ducts, and the surrounding facial systems. At American Laser Eye Hospitals, we are proud to have skilled oculoplastic surgeons who are trained to carry out both practical and cosmetic procedures, making sure our sufferers receive global-magnificence care.

What does an oculoplastic healthcare professional treat?

Oculoplastic surgeons at American Laser Eye Hospitals treat a huge variety of conditions. From repairing droopy eyelids (ptosis) and doing away with tumors around the attention, to correcting tear duct obstructions, their abilities amplify past routine eye care. Our surgeons also specialize in beauty procedures that decorate the appearance of the eyes, such as eyelid lifts (blepharoplasty), brow lifts, and addressing under-eye bags.

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Expertise

Whether a affected person seeks surgery for scientific necessity or cosmetic development, the precision required within the oculoplastic area is unrivaled. Cosmetic strategies like blepharoplasty can restore a youthful appearance through casting off excess pores and skin and fat from the eyelids, at the same time as reconstructive surgical procedures repair trauma or deformities resulting from injury or disease. Our surgeons use cutting-edge techniques to make sure minimal scarring and quick restoration instances, allowing sufferers to return to their lives with confidence.

Why Choose American Laser Eye Hospitals?

At American Laser Eye Hospitals, we apprehend that the vicinity around the eyes is vital not most effective for feature however additionally for appearance. Our board-certified oculoplastic surgeons have years of enjoy treating plenty of complex instances. We use superior diagnostic equipment and surgical technologies to supply specific, customized care to every affected person. Trust us to mix the today's innovations with the best requirements of patient protection and comfort.

If you are in need of an oculoplastic consultation or surgery, reach out to American Laser Eye Hospitals today to agenda your appointment. Your eyes deserve the first-class care to be had!

An oculoplastic general practitioner is a tremendously specialized doctor who combines the understanding of both ophthalmology and plastic surgical procedure. These surgeons consciousness at the delicate areas across the eyes, which encompass the eyelids, tear ducts, and the surrounding facial systems. At American Laser Eye Hospitals, we are proud to have experienced oculoplastic surgeons who're trained to perform each purposeful and cosmetic procedures, making sure our sufferers obtain world-magnificence care.

What does an oculoplastic health practitioner treat?

Oculoplastic surgeons at American Laser Eye Hospitals treat a wide range of situations. From repairing droopy eyelids (ptosis) and doing away with tumors round the attention, to correcting tear duct obstructions, their skills enlarge past routine eye care. Our surgeons also concentrate on beauty approaches that decorate the arrival of the eyes, together with eyelid lifts (blepharoplasty), brow lifts, and addressing under-eye bags.

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Expertise

Whether a affected person seeks surgical operation for clinical necessity or cosmetic development, the precision required within the oculoplastic field is unmatched. Cosmetic procedures like blepharoplasty can restore a younger appearance by means of doing away with excess skin and fats from the eyelids, whilst reconstructive surgical procedures restore trauma or deformities as a result of injury or sickness. Our surgeons use brand new strategies to ensure minimum scarring and quick recuperation times, permitting patients to go back to their lives with self assurance.

Why Choose American Laser Eye Hospitals?

At American Laser Eye Hospitals, we understand that the location across the eyes is essential no longer simplest for function however additionally for appearance. Our board-licensed oculoplastic surgeons have years of revel in treating a number of complicated instances. We use advanced diagnostic gear and surgical technologies to deliver particular, personalized care to every patient. Trust us to combine the brand new improvements with the very best standards of patient protection and luxury.

If you are in want of an oculoplastic consultation or surgery, attain out to American Laser Eye Hospitals today to schedule your appointment. Your eyes deserve the quality care to be had!

An oculoplastic health care provider is a notably specialized doctor who combines the knowledge of each ophthalmology and plastic surgical procedure. These surgeons consciousness at the delicate areas around the eyes, which consist of the eyelids, tear ducts, and the encircling facial structures. At American Laser Eye Hospitals, we are proud to have experienced oculoplastic surgeons who're educated to perform each useful and beauty strategies, ensuring our patients acquire global-magnificence care.

What does an oculoplastic healthcare professional deal with?

Oculoplastic surgeons at American Laser Eye Hospitals deal with a huge range of situations. From repairing droopy eyelids (ptosis) and doing away with tumors round the attention, to correcting tear duct obstructions, their talents amplify beyond ordinary eye care. Our surgeons additionally specialise in cosmetic processes that decorate the appearance of the eyes, consisting of eyelid lifts (blepharoplasty), forehead lifts, and addressing underneath-eye baggage.

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Expertise

Whether a affected person seeks surgical operation for medical necessity or cosmetic improvement, the precision required in the oculoplastic field is unrivaled. Cosmetic methods like blepharoplasty can restore a youthful appearance by way of removing extra skin and fat from the eyelids, at the same time as reconstructive surgeries restore trauma or deformities as a result of harm or disorder. Our surgeons use modern-day strategies to make sure minimal scarring and quick recuperation times, permitting sufferers to go back to their lives with self belief.

Why Choose American Laser Eye Hospitals?

At American Laser Eye Hospitals, we understand that the location around the eyes is critical now not simplest for feature however also for appearance. Our board-licensed oculoplastic surgeons have years of revel in treating a lot of complex cases. We use advanced diagnostic equipment and surgical technologies to deliver unique, customized care to each patient. Trust us to combine the modern improvements with the very best standards of affected person protection and comfort.

If you are in want of an oculoplastic session or surgical operation, attain out to American Laser Eye Hospitals these days to schedule your appointment. Your eyes deserve the fine care to be had!