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Five Site Temporal Artery Ligations Case Example

Superficial temporal artery prominence is well known to occur and for some affected fond it to be an aesthetic concern. The definitive treatment is to reduce/eliminate the flow through the visible part of the artery by a ligation technique. Due to the extensive connections or anastomoses of the artery, as is common for many head Read More…

The Anatomic and Biologic Basis For Prominent Superficial Temporal Arteries

The temporal arteries on the side of the head are well known because of their more superficial location and their resultant visibility in certain people. Running above the fascia of the temporal muscle over the temporal fossa and onto the side of the forehead makes them susceptible to becoming more prominent later in life. But Read More…

Features of a Custom Jawline Implant For Facial Masculinization

The biggest difference between an average male jaw and the kind of jawline seen on fashion models or actors is usually a combination of bone structure, body fat, muscle, and lighting, not one single feature. Here’s what people typically associate with an “ideal” male jawline: 1. Strong mandibular angle The angle where the jaw meets Read More…

Custom Jawline Implant Replacement for a Standard Chin Implant Case Example

One of the most common reasons for a request for a custom jawline implant is in the patient who has an existing standard chin implant. In most cases this is because they saw positive improvements from the chin implant and are either: trying to extend the benefits of the chin implant to the rest of Read More…

Male Mouth Widening Surgery Results Case Example

Mouth widening surgery is usually called lateral commissuroplasty (or oral commissuroplasty). It is a procedure that enlarges the horizontal width of the mouth by moving the corners of the mouth outward. It can be performed for either: Functional reasons (microstomia, scarring from burns or trauma, congenital conditions) Cosmetic reasons in patients who feel their mouth Read More…

The Aesthetic Benefits of a Custom Jawline Implant + Deep Plane Facelift Combination

Stronger Structure. Lifted Tissues. Natural, Long-Lasting Results. Overview A custom jawline implant and deep plane facelift address two different causes of facial aging and contour deficiency: Custom Jawline Implant enhances the underlying skeletal framework. Deep Plane Facelift repositions descended facial soft tissues. Together, they create a stronger jawline, improved neck contour, and more comprehensive facial Read More…

Subcostal Subtotal Rib Prominence Reductions in a Male Case Example

Prominent lower ribs that project outward beneath the breast crease or upper abdominal area, can be treated by rib shaving (rib contouring) to reduce their flared appearance. When rib shaving may help Rib contouring is most effective when: The lower costal margin (typically ribs 8–10) is excessively prominent. The flare is due to actual rib Read More…

Custom Secondary Occipital Skull Extension Implant Case Example

A custom back-of-the-head skull implant (occipital skull implant) is a patient-specific implant designed to increase the projection, width, or symmetry of the posterior skull. It is commonly used for: Flat back of the head (occipital flattening) Congenital skull shape deficiencies Asymmetric occipital skull contours Secondary correction after previous cranioplasty procedures Design Process Obtain a high-resolution Read More…

Testicular Enhancement by Implant Displacement in Large Scrotal Capacity Case Example

Testicular enhancement by implant displacement mean enlarging the apparent size of the testicles by placing implants that visually overshadow or displace the natural testes, a concept that is both anatomically plausible and effective under the right circumstances.. In such a configuration: The native testes remain in the scrotum and continue to function. The implants contribute Read More…

Combining Deep Plane Facelifts with Custom Cheek Implants

One of the primary benefits of a deep place facelift is ts effects on the cheeks to correct sagging or tissue descent. But some patients have naturally flkatter cheeks that hav always lack projection…which is a major reason why some patients develop more cheek soft tissuer sagging than others. Overview Custom cheek implants and a Read More…