Calf Augmentation/Implants - the surgical insertion of an implant into the calf, enlarging and/or enhancing the shape of the muscle.

 

Cannula - a thin, flexible tube that is inserted into the body to drain fluids. A special type of cannula is used to vacuum the fat in liposuction procedures.

 

Capsular Contracture - a tightening of the scar tissue or capsule surrounding a breast implant.

 

Catagen Phase - the intermediate phase of the hair growth cycle, in which follicles prepare for the resting phase. The catagen phase, also called the “intermediate phase,” lasts about 10 days for a healthy person.

 

Cellulite - usually found on the thighs or buttocks, cellullite fat deposits give the skin a dimpled surface.

 

Cheek Implants - implants made out of silicone or some other material and designed to enhance cheek contours.

 

Chemical Peel - a cosmetic procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the face. The chemicals remove the top layers of skin, revealing the younger, smoother skin underneath.

 

Chin Augmentation - a cosmetic surgery procedure in which an implant is placed in the chin to improve facial contours.

 

Chin Implant - an implant made of silicone or some other material, designed to augment the chin.

 

Cohesive Silicone Gel Implants - silicone produced in a semisolid/semiliquid state, used as a filling in breast implants, similar in consistency to a normal breast. One advantage of cohesive silicone gel is that it will not leak if the implant shell ruptures.

 

Collagen - a fibrous protein contained in connective tissue. Collagen becomes gelatinous when boiled.

 

Collagen Injections - bovine collagen can be injected into the face to thicken lips or reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The effects are temporary, as most of the collagen is eventually absorbed by the body.

 

Cortex - the main structure of the hair shaft. The cortex gives hair its color, texture and strength.

 

CosmoDerm™/CosmoPlast™ - contains a highly purified form of human collagen. Injections are used to reduce the appearance of facial imperfections such as wrinkles and scars.

 

Cuticle - the outermost layer of the hair shaft, made up of six to eight layers of dead cell remnants. The cuticle serves as a protective barrier for the inner layers of hair.

 

Dermabrasion - this cosmetic procedure involves the use of an abrasive tool or material to remove the surface layer of facial skin. Dermabrasion is effective at smoothing blemishes such as acne scars.

 

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) - the primary male hormone responsible for balding. Dihydrotestosterone is a potent derivative of testosterone. The exact mechanism that causes DHT to alter hair growth is not known.

 

Donor Area - scalp area that provides hair grafts to be implanted in balding regions.

 

Donor Strip - a narrow piece of scalp removed from the donor area. The donor strip may be divided into smaller grafts for implantation.

 

Ear Pinning/Surgery - also known as otoplasty, ear pinning is a common surgical procedure performed to set the ears back closer to the side of the head.

 

Face Lift - also called rhytidectomy, facelift is a plastic surgery procedure used to remove facial wrinkles, sagging skin, fat deposits, or other visible signs of aging for cosmetic purposes.

 

Facial Implants - implants made out of silicone or some other material, designed to enhance facial contours.

 

Fat Injections - use of one’s own fat to thicken lips or reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The effects can be temporary, as fat can be reabsorbed by the body.

 

Flap - a hair-bearing section of scalp removed from one area, then used to replace bald skin where needed.

 

Flap Surgery - a form of breast reconstruction surgery that uses transplanted skin to create a pocket for a breast implant.

 

Follicular Unit - a functional unit of two to four hair follicles.

 

Follicular Unit Transplantation - a hair transplant procedure in which follicular units are preserved and implanted as intact individual units.

 

Forehead Lift - a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to raise sagging eyebrows and/or smooth forehead wrinkles.

 

Growth Phase - also called the “anagen phase,” the growth phase is the longest phase of the hair cycle and lasts about four to seven years in a healthy person.

 

Gynecomastia - an abnormal enlargement of the breasts in males. Gynecomastia can be treated with male breast reduction surgery.