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The Sun
06-08-2025
- Health
- The Sun
I've had to pay £30K to fix my face after a friend's dog bit me at a party & that's AFTER 2 hours of emergency surgery
A WOMAN has revealed that she had to fork out £30,000 to "restore" her face after she was attacked by a dog at a party. Ju Isen tried to pet an Akita Inu that belonged to one of the other guests when it 'lunged' at her – leaving her with scarring, particularly across her nose. 5 5 5 The animal lover said she could have 'lost her face' in the attack, and has been focusing her efforts on getting her looks back ever since. 'I went almost six months without being able to smell anything,' the Brazilian influencer, who boasts 2.5m followers on Instagram, told NeedToKnow. 'The trauma has been emotional and physical.' After the attack, which took place at a 2023 New Year's Eve party, Ju was rushed to the hospital in Mexico City, where she underwent a two-hour emergency surgery to reconstruct the affected area. Of the incident, she said: 'After trying to pet the dog, it suddenly lunged at me and bit my face. 'I was in shock and feared I could have lost part of my face during the attack. 'In addition to the nose injury, I had to undergo surgery to remove bacteria introduced by the bite. 'I needed general anaesthesia and was hospitalised for antibiotics. 'Thankfully, my dog Francisco was not involved in the incident and wasn't present — so my relationship with him remains unaffected.' Since then, she has been receiving ongoing medical care and undergoing aesthetic treatments focused on restoring both function and appearance to her nasal region – with the cost estimated to total more than £40,000. The current phase of treatment is taking place in São Paulo, at the Martelli Care Clinic, under the supervision of dermatologist Dr Priscilla Martelli, a specialist in facial rejuvenation. It includes fractional laser therapy, bio-stimulator applications, and regenerative ingredients such as salmon semen extract, with the goal of softening scars, restoring volume, and rebalancing the structure of the face. But even with her appearance slowly getting back to normal, Ju said the experience has taken a huge emotional toll. She added: 'Even after the surgery, the mirror didn't give me back the person I used to be. 'This treatment is a form of reconstruction – not just physical, but also psychological. 'What happened to me could have happened to anyone. 'But I want to show that recovery is possible, with time, care, and the right professionals.' 5 5
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
See the lifelike face of a Stone Age hunter-gatherer woman, revealed thanks to ancient DNA
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Researchers and artists have created a striking facial reconstruction of a Stone Age woman who lived roughly 10,500 years ago in what is now Belgium. The detailed depiction of the prehistoric hunter-gatherer, known as the "Margaux woman," is based on various scientific data, including the remains of her skeleton and ancient DNA, according to a statement from Ghent University in Belgium. The reconstruction — which was produced by the university's interdisciplinary Regional Outlook on Ancient Migration (ROAM) project, in collaboration with Dutch artists and twin brothers Adrie and Alfons Kennis — reveals an intriguing set of features. ROAM research has indicated that the hunter-gatherer likely had blue or light eyes and a surprising "medium-toned" skin complexion, project leader Isabelle De Groote, a professor in the Department of Archaeology at Ghent University, told Live Science in an email. This skin tone appears to be slightly lighter than that of most other Western European individuals from the Mesolithic period (or Middle Stone Age) that scientists have studied so far. Related: 45 amazing facial reconstructions, from Stone Age shamans to King Tut Comparing her to other individuals who lived in roughly the same time period, such as the iconic Cheddar Man from England, reveals this "subtle but important" difference that highlights the variation already present in post-ice age Western Europe, De Groote said. "The skin pigmentation of the Margaux woman points to greater complexity of skin pigmentation within these populations and that it was more heterogenous than previously thought." Cheddar Man belonged to the same Western European hunter-gatherer population as the Margaux woman, according to the statement. Previous research has suggested that he also had blue eyes, although his skin complexion is thought to have been slightly darker. Other members of this hunter-gatherer population shared a similar combination of dark skin and pale eyes. The remains of the female hunter-gatherer first came to light in 1988 during an excavation of the Margaux cave near Dinant, in Belgium's Meuse Valley region. At the time, the genetic analysis techniques that informed the new reconstruction were not research team first scanned the woman's skull and created a 3D-printed reproduction, De Groote said. The Kennis brothers then used this printed version to model the muscle and skin of the head. They did this using anatomical standards for the region while taking into account the age of the woman. Based on features of her skull, the researchers estimated that she would have been between 35 and 60 years old when she died. RELATED STORIES —Neanderthal woman's face brought to life in stunning reconstruction —Most ancient Europeans had dark skin, eyes and hair up until 3,000 years ago, new research finds —Stunning reconstruction reveals warrior and his weapons from 4,000-year-old burial in Siberia The team deduced her potential eye color and skin complexion using ancient DNA extracted from parts of her skull. They also considered the effect of suntanning to re-create her skin color, given that she likely lived a mobile, outdoor lifestyle. Although facial reconstructions such as these can provide a fascinating window into the distant past, some elements are open to interpretation. "Actual skin tone and eye colour is difficult to discern," De Groote said. "There is no exact answer in ancient DNA."
Daily Mail
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Danniella Westbrook, 51, is finally getting her face rebuilt as she heads into 'very long' surgery - two years after admitting she hated the results of her last facial reconstruction
has revealed she's finally getting her face rebuilt as she heads into 'very long' surgery. The former EastEnders, 51, actress has in the past undergone various reconstructive operations in a bid to fix her 'collapsing' face due to her previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis. In 2023, she admitted that she hated the results of the facial reconstruction she had that year, having up until that point waited seven years to find a surgeon willing to do the operation due to the condition of her septum. And taking to Instagram on Thursday, Danniella shared an image of herself clad in a hospital gown while new boyfriend Chasa Symonds held her hand, noting that it was a 'big day' for her as she prepared to go under the knife once again. She penned: 'Big day for me heading down for a very long surgery right now to rebuild my face. Then I can get back to work and we can get on with our life together @chasarealtal. I love you x.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. In another story, she expressed her love for her partner amid his support for her after he expressed on Instagram how 'proud' her was of her amid her impending operation. Danniella wrote: 'Thank you babe, you have been beside me every step of the way, see you when I wake up xxx.' Meanwhile, boxer Chasa, whom it was reported last month that Danniella is 'ready to marry', uploaded a video in which he praised the soap star amid her upcoming procedure. Speaking into the camera, he said: 'Just want to say thank you to everyone for the support towards Danniella. This is something that she wanted to do for herself, it's been a long time coming. 'I love her for her, I met her for her.. She's beautiful inside and out. This is something she wants to do for herself.' Remarking on the trolling she's received, he continued: 'She's changed her mobile number, I'm going through the messages on Instagram before she sees them, deleting and blocking the haters, it's what we've got to do.' Getting back to her surgery, Chasa went on: 'It's exciting times, it's gonna be a long day. She will update you when she's ready, it's down to her. I'm not here to speak about anything or talk about anything, that's her. So just from me and from Danniella, thank you all for the supportive messages, we love you and she'll be back to you very soon. It's gonna be a long day!' Captioning his post, alongside the sentiments included in his video, Chasa also shared a powerful message which read: 'Be thoughtful, remember everybody can slip in life it's how you come back. Don't put someone down, bring them up if you can.' Last year it was reported that Danniella hated the result of her previous facial reconstructive surgery. The actress had a string of procedures in Turkey in April 2023 in a desperate bid to save her collapsing face. She underwent a thread lift, liposuction in her cheeks and lips, fat grafting on her chin and had her jawline etched after her septum originally collapsed from excessive drug use in 2002. The former Celebrity Big Brother housemate at the time wanted to have the reconstruction done for the last seven years, but was unable to find a surgeon who would operate because her septum had completely collapsed. She previously revealed she needed five operations to correct her 'collapsing' face due to a previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis, and was planning to have it done on the NHS, however Danniella said she paid for the surgery all herself despite being offered freebies from clinics all over the world. Danniella's battle with drugs has been well-publicised, and she famously had her nose reconstructed after her septum collapsed from excessive cocaine use. At the height of her use it was reported she would take up to five grams of cocaine a day, blowing close to £250,000 on the drug. However, the star, who is now sober, revealed she is begging doctors to correct her damaged face as she gets her life back on track. The actress has said her botched Turkish surgery has left her hating her new look. But she has struggled to find a surgeon who will take on the challenge after her septum completely collapsed form her drug use. Taking to Instagram in June 2023, the actress shared a photo of herself taken before the surgery and said she couldn't believe what had been done to her. She wrote: 'Three months ago I looked like this and thought I looked awful. I'd give my world to look like this again... 'I can't believe what's been done to me with this surgery.' When she first woke up after the lengthy procedure, she said she looked 'like she had done 10 rounds with Tyson Fury'. Danniella previously underwent a rib-insertion procedure in 2018, after osteoporosis rotted away her cheekbones and gums and, after spending time getting lip filler and Botox, in addition to surgery on her face, she is hoping to get back to her best. Meanwhile, last month, it was reported that Danniella had finally found her 'soulmate' and is now planning to marry the bareknuckle boxer who 'doesn't judge her'. She was even said to be planning additional surgery to get herself looking her best ahead of what could be her third marriage. An insider told OK! magazine: 'Danniella feels that she's found her soulmate. Chasa doesn't judge her one bit and doesn't care what has happened in her past. 'He understands all about the issues she's been through but is supportive – he just wants to make her happy. 'She's really smitten and feels like she can trust him, which is a really big deal for her.' The TV star hinted that the romance was getting serious on Instagram where she shared snaps from her Greek getaway with Chasa. The pair reportedly began as friends, having known each other for six years, before deciding to take their relationship to the next level. This was confirmed by Chasa himself, who wrote on Instagram: 'Sometimes that one friend is just too good to let go.' Last year it was reported that Danniella hated the result of her previous facial reconstructive surgery. The actress had a string of procedures in Turkey in April 2023 in a desperate bid to save her collapsing face. She underwent a thread lift, liposuction in her cheeks and lips, fat grafting on her chin and had her jawline etched after her septum originally collapsed from excessive drug use in 2002. The former Celebrity Big Brother housemate at the time wanted to have the reconstruction done for the last seven years, but was unable to find a surgeon who would operate because her septum had completely collapsed. She previously revealed she needed five operations to correct her 'collapsing' face due to a previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis, and was planning to have it done on the NHS, however Danniella said she paid for the surgery all herself despite being offered freebies from clinics all over the world. Danniella's battle with drugs has been well-publicised, and she famously had her nose reconstructed after her septum collapsed from excessive cocaine use. At the height of her use it was reported she would take up to five grams of cocaine a day, blowing close to £250,000 on the drug. However, the star, who is now sober, revealed she is begging doctors to correct her damaged face as she gets her life back on track.
Daily Mail
28-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE I was brutally beaten with brass knuckles by my ex... and it wrecked a lifetime of facial surgeries
A woman born with a rare genetic condition that required a lifetime of facial reconstruction has been forced to go under the knife once again after her ex-boyfriend brutally attacked her. Alexis Garcia Tule, 27, had finally started to feel confident after years of bullying and painful surgeries, including an intensive jaw reconstruction that involved metal implants to replace bone.
Daily Mail
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Beethoven's true face is revealed for the first time in 200 YEARS - and it's every bit as 'intimidating' as his reputation suggests
The true face of Beethoven has been revealed almost 200 years after his death – and it's every bit as 'intimidating' as his reputation suggests. Despite his status as one of history's great composers, Beethoven is also remembered for his surly disposition and unkempt appearance. 'He was indeed irritable, untidy, clumsy, rude, and misanthropic,' wrote British composer Mark Wigglesworth in a blog post. It's a reputation often reflected in his portraits, which invariably depict him as an unsmiling man with an icy gaze. Now a scientific reconstruction of his face has revealed what he actually looked like – and it seems he really did look that grumpy. Cicero Moraes, lead author of the new study, has completed the first ever reconstruction of the composer's appearance based on his skull. 'I found the face somewhat intimidating,' he admitted. To complete the work, Mr Moraes used historical photographs of the musician's skull provided by the Beethoven House in Bonn, Germany. Along with the images, which were taken by Johann Batta Rottmayer in 1863, he used measurement data collected in 1888. He said: 'The facial approximation was guided solely by the skull. 'First I created 2D outlines – frontal and lateral – from the skull photographs. 'Then I modelled the skull in 3D using a virtual donor's tomography, adjusted to match the photos' proportions. 'I then added soft tissue thickness markers based on data from living Europeans, projected the nose, and traced the facial profile. 'I interpolated all these projections to form the basic face.' With the objective face complete, Mr Moraes added subjective features like clothes and hair, using as his guide a famous portrait of Beethoven painted in 1820 by Joseph Karl Stieler. Finally, some of the finer details were enhanced with an AI tool. The skull itself is not in perfect condition, due to incisions made after Beethoven's death in 1827, and the reconstruction is based on only two perspectives – frontal and lateral. But Mr Moraes said it was also 'highly compatible' with a cast made of the composer's stony visage during his lifetime. In his blog post, Mr Wigglesworth argued that, despite his reputation, Beethoven could be 'witty, caring, mischievous, generous, and kind'. It was, he suggested, the loss of his hearing that made him the 'impatient, intolerant, irascible man that, against his better nature, he became infamous for'. Those who knew him might have agreed. One contemporary stated: 'As he grew older and deafness overtook him, the negative aspects of Beethoven's personality came to the fore.' Mr Moraes, who probes the mystery of Beethoven's genius in his new study, believes the composer's musicality and 'challenging personality' go hand in hand. He said: 'I academically explored his genius, revealing what made him an icon of Western music. 'I analysed his revolutionary creativity, resilience in composing despite deafness, intense focus, problem-solving ability, and tireless productivity, despite a challenging personality. 'Reading about his life in detail was moving, as I noticed behavioural similarities in myself. 'I was fortunate to have psychological support that helped me manage my own irritability. 'Beethoven, however, faced a chaotic world with his own resources, finding refuge in his work, which seemed to bring him existential fulfilment.' Mr Moraes published his study in the journal OrtogOnLineMag.
