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Nov. 11, 2009
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Moisturizers and the Anti-Aging Arsenal
Skin care lotions promise the pearls of youth, vowing to erase everything from wrinkles to sunspots. However, some products are better than others, as many over-the-counter ingredients are more firmly based in science. Read a review of the most effective anti-aging ingredients for daily use.
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Physicians across the US are wary to prescribe their patients generic Isotretinoin claiming the efficacy is not comparable to the brand Accutane™. While many dermatologists and skin care professionals are searching for another prescription, others are finding success with topical anti-DHT Clearogen Acne Treatment. Clearogen is proven to be 95% successful and works by regulating oil production in the sebaceous gland using FDA approved ingredients and natural DHT inhibitors.

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Stay tuned for these exciting online features:

  • The foreclosure crisis is taking a toll on America's health
  • Tips for getting started in the aesthetics business
  • Credit programs for patients
Conference Connection
Nov. 13-15  American Academy of Dermatology: Prep Course for the New Maintenance of Certification Exam
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Orlando, Fla.

Dec. 5-6 Aesthetic Medicine Symposium-International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Gainey Suites Hotel
Scottsdale, Ariz.
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Read the latest headlines in the aesthetics and age management medicine fields.
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Meet the industry advisors who keep Healthy Aging on the cutting edge of aesthetics news and trends.
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The Real Deal
Rigorous workouts, strict diets and rapid weight loss are being celebrated on reality TV shows such as NBC's The Biggest Loser. But these boot camp weight-loss tactics can have dangerous health consequences for viewers at home.
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ALA Supplementation for Restless Diabetic Legs
Alpha-lipoic acid appears to be a safe supplemental therapy for persistent symptoms of sensory diabetic neuropathy.
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Promote Your Practice
Healthy Aging seeks physicians with expertise in aesthetic procedures to serve on our peer-review panel.

Panelists will be recognized on Healthy Aging's website. It's a great opportunity to promote your practice to a national audience, gain media experience and build your CV. Panelists will be asked to review 2-4 articles per year.

Interested physicians should email Grant Clauser. Please include information about your work experience and areas of expertise (for instance, laser procedures, injectables, acne, etc.)
Opinion Poll
Visit Healthy Aging's homepage to answer our latest poll: How will consolidation in the aesthetic laser industry affect your practice? Click here to view the results.
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Patient Resource Center
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Fight Wrinkles with Retinoids
Despite new ingredients that promise youthful appearance, prescription retinoids remain one of the best anti-aging ingredients on the market. Related: Can retinol skin creams cause vitamin A toxicity? 
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Obesity Discrimination
Dr. Matthew Schulman explores the layers of obesity bias in society in a two-part series.
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The Shadow of COPD
Depression is an often common and undiagnosed sidekick to COPD. Recognize the signs.
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Essentials for Picking Fish Oil
Research has confirmed fish oil and fish are good for you. Here's some tips to make sure you are getting all the benefits.
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The Faces of Breast Cancer
Back by popular demand, Healthy Aging brings you real-life stories of triumph over breast cancer.
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On The Blogs
Expert Advice For Your Patients
Smart Supplementation 
Are natural vitamins healthier than synthetic? Nutrition expert Gene Bruno, MS, MHS, explains.

Skin & Beauty
A pearly white smile can make you look 10 years younger, writes Dermatologist Melissa Bogle, MD. 

The Science of Anti-Aging
Is your plastic surgeon having an identity crisis? Richard Baxter, MD, FACS, weighs in.
Top of the Class
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Time is running out to vote in Healthy Aging's first-ever Top of the Class survey. Click the link below to nominate your favorite vendors for the following categories:

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  • Evaluation of the local rep
  • Field representative availability and responsiveness
  • Honesty and integrity in reporting science in their claims
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  • Quick turnaround time for responding to mechanical service issues and loaning substitution equipment

The deadline for voting is November 20. We'll tabulate results and share the "Top of the Class" vendors online in January 2010.

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