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Clinical Outcomes in Rib Removal Surgery for Waistline Reduction
Rib removal surgery represents the elimination of the last anatomic...
The Surgical Technique of Clavicular Osteotomies in Shoulder Width Reduction
Shoulder width reduction is done by shortening the length of the...
The shape and appearance of the forehead is highly influenced by...
Background: The evolution of rhinoplasty surgery over the past twenty years...
The concept of injectable soft tissue fillers/augmentation has evolved dramatically over the past ten years. Besides the near continuous introduction of commercially-produced synthetic injectable fillers, using one’s own fat has also become mainstream. Although injectable fat grafting is far from perfect, it continues to become refined and more dependable. Sometimes patients are understandably confused Read More…
Background:The desire for a stronger jaw appearance is sought by many younger men. Part of a strong jawline is the size and angularity of the jaw angle. Located under the masseter chewing muscles, the right or left angle of the back part of the jaw is one of the largest areas of the lower jaw. Read More…
Breast augmentation achieves it success because it uses an implanted device to do so. Similar to orthopedic joint replacements or cataract eye surgery, the implant is the key part of the operation. The surgeon may get a lot of the credit for the initial results of implant procedures but, in the end, the long-term success Read More…
When women are seen in consultation for breast augmentation, they are understandably enthusiastic about how the operation will change the appearance of their chest. Some will be surprised to learn, however, that they will need a breast lift with an implant to achieve the best result. Breast implants are perceived by some to have Read More…
Chin augmentation is a great way to enhance one’s facial profile if the lower facial prominence is recessed. The use of a chin implant is the most common method to make this facial change. It is typically perceived as a horizontal change or increasing the most anterior soft tissue point of the chin in the Read More…
Changing the appearance and improving the function of the nose through rhinoplasty surgery is sought by many patients. Having the opportunity to get rid of that hump, narrow and lift the tip, straighten the nose and overall make the nose more proportionate can improve the look of one’s entire face. Coupled with improving the Read More…
Fat appears to be a near ideal material for facial volume restoration or augmentation. Known as lipofilling, it is a very safe and relatively inexpensive method of adding volume to either the aging or lipodystrophic face. While injecting fat into the face is straightforward, the important question becomes how to ensure that most of Read More…
Background: The satisfaction after breast augmentation depends upon many factors including the size and symmetrical placement of the implants. The location of the nipple on the newly created breast mound, however, plays an equally important role in the final appearance of the breasts. Ideally centered on the midportion of the breast mound as an isolated Read More…
Breast augmentation can be done with a choice between two implant filler options, saline and silicone gel. Each has their own advantages and disadvantages and neither implant is right for everyone. Silicone gel implants offer a more natural feel (a particular benefit in women with little to no natural breast tissue) and no risk of Read More…
Background:Gynecomastia is a well known condition that largely affects the teenage and younger male. Male breast enlargement is most likely to be affected during the hormonal changes that occur during and after puberty. On the opposite side of puberty, the andropause era of men may cause gynecomastia as testosterone levels drop and numerous drugs for Read More…
Clinical Outcomes in Rib Removal Surgery for Waistline Reduction
Rib removal surgery represents the elimination of the last anatomic...
The Surgical Technique of Clavicular Osteotomies in Shoulder Width Reduction
Shoulder width reduction is done by shortening the length of the...
The shape and appearance of the forehead is highly influenced by...
Background: The evolution of rhinoplasty surgery over the past twenty years...