News from Albert Dabbah, MD PA

APRIL NEWSLETTER 2010

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aesthetically speaking...

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NEWS AND EVENTS....

Many of you may not know that Kelly, our nurse of almost 10 years, is leaving us in April to move to North Carolina. It goes without saying that she has been a huge asset to us in the office as well as a tremendous comfort to our patients. To say she will be missed is a major understatement. So sad...

To our Patients and Friends,
It's SPRING!!!
If you are like us, we are amazed at how quickly this year is flying by. As always, we are on the lookout for fun, interesting and newsworthy information. We know these econcomic times encourage people to look out for the "best deal", and so we do continue to try to provide our patients with procedures and products at a lower cost. We will never, however, sacrifice integrity, quality or safety. It is, after all, your face, your body, your health. So, as you read through the newsletter remember that in obtaining those tools to age gracefully and beautifully, your health and safety are ALWAYS first consideration in our office.

Robin

First Step to Achieving that "Ageless Attitude" - Eliminate Agers

(1) Sleeping on your face. Sleeping on your face causes wrinkles and allows fluids to "pool" on that area, stretching your skin. Try to sleep on your back.

(2) Drinking from straws. The pursing of the lips causes lines and wrinkles around the mouth. Sip directly from the glass.

(3) Computer and Texting strains your eyes forces squinting to read. This causes crow's feet. Try increasing the font-size.

(4) Eyeliner and Application -Stretching the thin eyelid to apply the eyeliner causes fine lines. Be sure not to pull too hard and choose an eyeliner with a softer tip.

(5) Sunglasses and Sun Protection - Buy sunglasses that have the proper UV protection and don't forget the sun protection all over your face.

CBSNews.com, 3/1/10

BEWARE OF THE BOGUS BUTT

Hospitals in New Jersey are reporting a surge of women who have been hospitalized for serious infections of their buttocks, including abscesses. These women were hoping for buttocks enhancements and ended up with combinations of silicone, petroleum jelly and household caulk, causing dimpling and disfiguring "moonscapes." These procedures were performed by a person "posing as a doctor." AOL.com, 3/8/10.

This does bring to mind a serious issue these days regarding the training and licensing of the person doing a variety of cosmetic procedures and surgery. Educate yourself by reading this month's column "aesthetically speaking...".

BITTER MELON
A vegetable commonly eaten in India and China, called bitter melon, has previously been known to reduce blood sugars and cholesterol levels. A new study by Ratna Ray, MD, the lead researcher at the Department of Pathology at St. Louis University shows "that bitter extract significantly induced death in breast cancer cells and decreased their growth and spread." As expected, she cautions against jumping to conclusions. Dr. Ray reminds us that although being such a common vegetable in India and China, women in these countries still get breast cancer. Cancer Research, 03/01

Note: It seems to be eaten by cutting it and adding it to a stir fry.

SO, YOU ENJOY A DRINK AT THE END OF THE DAY??
STICK TO RED WINE

A study of 20,000 women over a 13 year period was done by researcher's at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital. They found that women who drank alcohol on a light to moderate basis gained the least amount of weight and the women who drank red wine gained less than those who drank other alcohol, like beer and spirits

aesthetically speaking...

Even during these tough times, we want to feel good about ourselves. When looking for a doctor or surgeon to perform the desired procedure many people will look to cut costs and in doing so, may choose to go to the wrong person to provide that procedure. We are asked by our patients the differences between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon or cosmetic facial surgeon. This is a crucial determination when looking for a surgeon to perform plastic surgery.

The first and most important is selecting a surgeon you can trust. Choosing a member of ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgery) ensures that you have selected a physician who:

Has at least 6 years of surgical training and experience, with a minimum of 3 years in plastic surgery.
Is trained and experienced in all plastic surgery procedures, including breast, body, face and reconstruction.
Operates only in accredited medical facilities.
Adheres to a strict code of ethics.
Fulfills continuing medical education requirements, including standards and innovations in patient safety.
Is board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or in Canada by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®.

A surgeon, or doctor, who considers himself a cosmetic surgeon or cosmetic facial surgeon, is a doctor who is licensed to practice medicine but chooses to take courses outside of that specialty and then becomes certified to to practice cosmetic surgery.

Be certain to find out what your doctor's core training is and how he or she received that certification.

RHUBARB

Rhubarb is a vegetable whose stalk is eaten. Do not eat the leaves as they are toxic. It is known to be high in vitamin c and fiber and in the past was known to be used as a laxati ve and to reduce fevers. It is also thought to reduce cholesterol, prevent deep vein thrombosis and stimulate the metabolism and is low in carbohydrates. Ezinearticles.com

Because rhubarb is so tart, it is usually sweetened with sugar, although honey or other natural sweeteners can be used. You will also see rhubarb combined with fruits for sweetener.

Rhubarb Chutney

1 cup plus 2 TBL sugar

1/2 cup red wine vinegar

1 1/2 cinnamon sticks

1 1/2 TBL minced fresh ginger

1 1/2 teas grated orange peel

1/2 teas ground cardamom