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  2. Spandex - Wikipedia

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    Spandex, Lycra, or elastane is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. It is a polyether - polyurea copolymer that was invented in 1958 by chemist Joseph Shivers at DuPont . [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ]

  3. Anthropometric cosmetology - Wikipedia

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    Anthropometric (orthopedic) cosmetology appeared in the 1990s based on traumatology, orthopedic, and aesthetic surgery [citation needed]. In 1965, Gavriil Ilizarov determined that bone fragments could be carefully pulled apart without disrupting their alignment. These bone fragments could then grow back to a complete form.

  4. Body modification - Wikipedia

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    Body modification (or body alteration) is the deliberate altering of the human anatomy or human physical appearance. [1] In its broadest definition it includes skin tattooing, socially acceptable decoration (e.g., common ear piercing in many societies), and religious rites of passage (e.g., circumcision in a number of cultures), as well as the modern primitive movement.

  5. Elastic fiber - Wikipedia

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    Elastic fibers stain well with aldehyde fuchsin, orcein, [16] and Weigert's elastic stain in histological sections.. The permanganate-bisulfite-toluidine blue reaction is a highly selective and sensitive method for demonstrating elastic fibers under polarizing optics.

  6. 4 Common Weight Loss Surgeries (& 3 Alternatives) - AOL

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    In addition to nutrition, exercise and medications, some might explore the idea of weight reduction surgery (or bariatric surgery). 4 Common Weight Loss Surgeries (& 3 Alternatives) Skip to main ...

  7. Plastic surgery - Wikipedia

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    Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two main categories: ...

  8. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Wikipedia

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    Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is a peer-reviewed medical journal and the official publication of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. It covers all aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgery , [ 1 ] including operative procedures, clinical or laboratory research, and case reports.

  9. Cheek augmentation - Wikipedia

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    Cheek implants can be made of a variety of materials. The most common material is solid silicone.In addition, two popular options are high-density porous polyethylene, marketed as Medpor, and ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene), better known as Gore-Tex.