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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Her Daughter's Wedding Inspired Her to Get a Facelift at 60. See the Dramatic Mother-of-the-Bride Makeover (Exclusive)
Brides aren't the only ones who want to feel their best on wedding day. New York-based, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein created a year-long bridal beautification program at his practice, Océane Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, in Hauppauge, N.Y. — but the rest of the wedding party can get in on it, too. Dr. Epstein's curated timeline features a slew of treatments such as laser hair removal, Botox, facials, vaginal rejuvenation and hormone optimization. The "bootcamp," he explains, takes a holistic approach. "Aging is multifactorial, and when I say aging, even at age 20, there are signs of aging," he tells PEOPLE. "There are changes to the face of the skin and the body because of the sun, genetics, diet, weight loss, weight gain, pregnancy, all sorts of things." Dr. Epstein continues, "In order to get the best possible result and get someone wedding ready — and we're not just talking about the face anymore, we're talking about the face and the whole body — we take a multifactorial approach addressing all the potential issues." Sixty-year-old patient Bernadette took advantage of Dr. Epstein's treatments in preparation for her daughter's upcoming wedding this summer. She first underwent a facelift and ended up liking her results so much that she returned for a breast augmentation, body contouring and a tummy tuck. "I had been thinking about a facelift for a very long time because the reflection in the mirror didn't feel like me anymore," she tells PEOPLE. "My daughter's engagement was the catalyst to finally begin the process." ! Bernadette says she was both nervous and excited leading up to her procedure, but wasn't worried about her results. "I was so unhappy with the way I looked and I trusted Dr. Epstein's wealth of experience, expertise and guidance on how we could make improvements," she recalls. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest she had plenty of time to heal ahead of her daughter's wedding, Bernadette says she only took one week off of work. "I went for a walk on the beach five days after the procedure; mind you in a hat, scarf and sunglasses but I felt really good very quickly," she says. The mother-of-the-bride also notes that her "swagger has gone up quite a few notches as I now look as good as I feel." Five weeks after her body procedures, Bernadette has no regrets, adding: "I'm already loving my results and [it's] just in time for my mother-of-the-bride alteration appointment!" Read the original article on People
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Men are getting quiet glow-ups. A plastic surgeon shares the 6 most popular male cosmetic procedures.
More men are getting cosmetic treatments and anti-aging procedures. A plastic surgeon in New York said he's seen an uptick in male clients. He shared the most popular treatments requested by men, from fillers to breast reduction. Women aren't the only ones getting Botox injections. Dr. Mark Epstein, a dual-board-certified plastic surgeon, told Business Insider he's seen an uptick in male clients over the past decade. Where men used to make up about less than 2% of his clientele about 10 years ago, they now make up closer to 10%. "Men are definitely getting more and more interested in taking care of themselves and looking good — it's not just for women anymore," Epstein told BI. Age-wise, they run the gamut — 18 to 80 — requesting treatments for anti-aging and weight loss. Even facials and skin-tightening procedures, previously only performed on female clients, are seeing more male interest, Epstein said. Epstein shared the most popular procedures men are asking for, from facial fillers to breast reduction. Epstein's most popular non-surgical procedures are tied to male pattern baldness, which affects 50 million men in the US, studies suggest. In the US, hair transplants can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $20,000. (Or you can go to Turkey for $3,500). Transplants can also cause scarring if not done well. Epstein believes that offices should specialize in hair transplants for clients to get the best results, not as an add-on with other treatments. He offers a less invasive (and less expensive) option: platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, an increasingly buzzy treatment that stimulates hair growth after platelet-rich plasma is injected into the scalp. "A lot of patients don't want to undergo a surgical procedure; they want to take advantage of PRP and all the other male hair restoration technology that is now available," he said. Men are becoming more interested in filler and other injectibles, whether it's for their face or penis enlargement, Epstein said. The former is more popular in his office, with men getting Botox to smooth wrinkles and filler to make up for volume loss and skin laxity that comes with aging — a form of filler facelift that's cheaper and less invasive than a surgical one, which is nearly $12,000 on average. Another popular non-surgical option is using "lifting threads," dissolvable sugar strands that "give a little bit of regional hike to the skin," he said. Another popular option in Epstein's office is breast reduction to treat gynecomastia, or enlarged breasts in men. He's had patients ranging from their teens to their 70s, as enlarged breasts can be caused by everything from hormones and steroid use to aging. While it's technically a surgical procedure, he said it's minimally invasive and only takes a few weeks to recover from, making it more appealing to men who want to get back into their workout routines. Epstein's older male clients in their 40s to 60s are increasingly interested in eyelid lifts, which can reduce the appearance of aging and fatigue by removing excess skin and fat around the eye. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Epstein said the surgery has evolved over time and is "much better than older procedures" at hiding the surgery scar and preserving the eye shape. It's also not as expensive as a surgical facelift, costing around $3,300-$3,800 on average (though it varies on location). Despite the popularity of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro, which are used for weight loss, Epstein said he's "busier every year" with liposuction clients, including a growing number of men. Unlike weight-loss drugs, liposuction is more targeted, Epstein said. "I like to call it 'lipo-sculpture,'" he said. "It's not just removing bulk fat, it's about sculpting the body." In fact, he said his liposuction clients are usually fit or have recently undergone some weight loss. They just want "a little bit of tweaking," such as removing fat around their midsection to reveal their muscles more. Some of Epstein's male clients are primarily focused on toning their bodies. They opt for treatments like CoolSculpting, which uses a device to freeze fat cells in certain areas, and CoolTone, which uses electromagnetic waves to stimulate muscle contraction, thereby defining muscles more. "You really feel it's like doing 10,000 sit-ups," Epstein said. Read the original article on Business Insider
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Estadio Gana Launches in Mexico, Expanding Mobile Streams' Presence in the Growing Sports Betting Market
LONDON, March 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobile Streams Plc (MOS) is pleased to announce that, following a successful testing phase, its online casino and sportsbook—formerly known as Bet—has officially launched in Mexico under the name Estadio Gana ( This platform provides Mexican sports fans with the latest global sports news, live match updates, and the opportunity to place bets, offering both a Sports Book and Casino experience. Designed with Mexico's sports and gaming community in mind, Estadio Gana aims to deliver a dynamic and engaging experience for users looking to explore both betting and gaming options. This launch marks an important step into Mexico's rapidly expanding sports betting market. With projections indicating the industry could reach US$11.47 billion by the end of 2025, and potential growth of up to 70% by 2028, the timing aligns well with the country's passion for sports and the upcoming co-hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2026. "We're excited to reach this milestone with our partners in Mexico and abroad," said Mark Epstein, CEO of Mobile Streams. "The launch of Estadio Gana is just the beginning, and we look forward to its continued growth." Meanwhile, Carlos Gomez, CEO of Estadio Gana, added, "We are excited about the future of Estadio Gana and look forward to continuing our partnership with MOS as we navigate the opportunities ahead in Mexico's growing gaming market. With the World Cup approaching, we see great potential for continued growth." Estadio Gana plans to expand its offerings with new products and content. Its social media channels are now live, offering a space for the community to stay connected and informed. The platform is also dedicated to maintaining a secure and responsible gaming environment, with measures in place to ensure fair play and player safety. Mobile Streams Plc currently holds 29.94% of Estadio Gana, with the potential to increase this share to 42.12% through a call option (as outlined in the RNS of 20th March 2025). This announcement contains information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulations (EU) No. 596/2014, as it forms part of UK Domestic Law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018. Upon publication of this announcement, this inside information is now considered to be in the public domain. View source version on Contacts Carlos MejiaCM Global PRCarlosmejia@ Direct +13057338167Office +13052991277 Sign in to access your portfolio
