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Rhinoplasty in the Bilateral Cleft Nose

Cleft lip and palate birth defects affect more than just the mouth. While the actual clefts run through the lip into the mouth, their deforming effects go beyond this area. The nose is significantly changed as well even though the actual cleft does not run through it. This is dramatically apparent in bilateral cleft Read More…

Softening the Deep Labiomental Crease

The labiomental crease is the horizontal indentation between the lower lip and the chin. In most people it lies at about one-third the distance between the two. It can be very distinct and deep in some while in others it is almost non-existant. It represents the boundary between the horizontally oriented orbicularis oris muscle Read More…

Earlobe Reconstruction of the Gauged (Stretched) Earlobe

Earlobe repairs are often quite simple and use standard techniques for slits and tear deformities. The gauged ear, however, is a different matter. Gauges, also known as tunnels, cogs, caps or plugs, create a considerable tissue expansion of the earlobe and require a more sophisticated approach to repair. Younger men with gauged ears are Read More…

Liposuction Myths Debunked

A person will lose weight immediately following liposuction. A person will actually weigh more during the first 2-3 weeks following the procedure. That is due to fluid retention that often takes days or weeks to completely subside. However, the full reshaping effects of the procedure will not be fully noticed until 2 to 3 months Read More…

Midfacial Implants – Different Styles for Cheek, Orbital, and Maxillary Augmentation

Facial implants are a common and assured method of building out skeletally deficient areas such as the chin, cheeks, and jaw angles. While many are aware of these popular locations for esthetic facial enhancement, there are many more implant styles and locations than most envision. This is particularly true in the midfacial area. The Read More…

The Science of Smartlipo (Laser Liposuction)

Smartlipo is the most popular trend in liposuction body contouring. Despite the fact that it is heavily marketed by the manufacturer and doctors alike, there is real science and engineering to it. While lasers are commonly perceived like a video game, the principles behind laser liposuction is a bit more complex. Smart Lipo uses Read More…

Chin Cleft Surgery – Making Them or Removing Them

A cleft or dimple of the chin is a visible indentation in the midline of the chin prominence. It can be small or quite deep and its presence is genetically determined. (dominant gene) It has appeared on many well known faces and most people can quickly name at least one famous person who has Read More…

Smartlipo vs. Lipodissolve – Which Is Better?

Today we have multiple options for reducing unwanted fat areas. Liposuction, and its recent technological advances such as Smartlipo or laser liposuction, is the surgical or invasive approach. Minimally invasive techniques, such as Lipodissolve, offer a non-invasive approach. Both methods have been heavily advertised and promoted…often leaving most potential patients confused. Having performed a Read More…

Skull Defect Reconstruction with Synthetic Materials

Defects of the outer skull produces indentations and depressions in the scalp or forehead. Skull deformities can be caused by a variety of sources including craniotomy surgery, fractures, and muscle atrophy (if in the temporal region) While hair can cover many of these issues, some patients will seek reconstruction of these cosmetic defects. Building Read More…

The Surgical Creation of Cheek Dimples

Cheek dimples are visible indentations of the skin that usually become apparent when one smile’s. They may be present in some people when their face is expressionless but most occur with facial movement. Cheek dimples are usually inherited and are a dominant genetic trait. What purpose they serve is unknown and the value of Read More…