Barbie vs. Star Wars: Part I - The Advent of Laser Cosmetic Medicine in Plastic Surgery

Dr. Bass takes us on a fascinating journey from the 1980's into the 21st Century as plastic surgery is transformed by technological and social changes. Tune in to hear the origin of the episode title, Barbie Meets Star Wars. Many military and industrial technologies were being cross-purposed in the 1980's for consumer applications. Coupled with an improved understanding of laser effects on skin, this new availability of technologies resulted in an explosion of cosmetic medical treatments. This process was occurring in multiple medical fields during the late 1980's and early 1990's and represents an early example of translational research before the phrase was coined. In combination with social and artistic changes in our understanding of beauty for the individual , plastic surgery was on the pathway to the mainstream position is holds in modern 21'st century life. Stay tuned for Part II of this story in episode 3 and check out our blog for more information: https://drbass.net/barbie-vs-star-wars-part-i-the-advent-of-laser-cosmetic-medicine-in-plastic-surgery/ About Dr. Lawrence Bass Innovator. Industry veteran. In-demand Park Avenue board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lawrence Bass is a true master of his craft, not only in the OR but as an industry pioneer in the development and evaluation of new aesthetic technologies. With locations in both Manhattan (on Park Avenue between 62nd and 63rd Streets) and in Great Neck, Long Island, Dr. Bass has earned his reputation as the plastic surgeon for the most discerning patients in NYC and beyond. To learn more, visit the Bass Plastic Surgery website or follow the team on Instagram @drbassnyc Subscribe to the Park Avenue Plastic Surgery Class newsletter to be notified of new episodes & receive exclusive invitations, offers, and information from Dr. Bass.