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The Benefits of Upper Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Lifts)

While the anatomy of the upper and lower eyelids is nearly identical, and the aging process which they undergo obviously similar, freshening up the eyelids is different whether you are north or south. Compared to the lower eyelid, the upper eyelid offers a ‘simpler’ procedure that, quite frankly, has fewer risks or complications In Read More…

The Pinch and Peel Lower Blepharoplasty

Like all aging processes, changes around the eyes are gradual with an onset and progression over many years. Aging changes often begin in the 30s with a little puffiness or bags on the lower eyelids and the beginning of some fine wrinkles in the crow’s feet. As it progresses into the 40s, excess skin Read More…

Breast Reduction – Qualifying For Health Insurance Coverage

Breast reduction is a tremendously effective procedure are reducing the size of the breasts and the associated musculoskeletal neck, back and shoulder pains that result from them. Frequently, although not always, breast reduction can be covered by your medical insurance if it is part of their covered benefits. Whether one qualifies for medical Read More…

Facial Reshaping Techniques for Improving The Round Face

Not infrequently I get requests from patients for the desire to transform a round face into a more shapelier one. One cause of a round face is that the patient is overweight. A full neck, round cheeks, and a lot of subcutaneous fat throughout the face creates a generalized fullness that creates a fat Read More…

LipoDissolve (Kybella) Injections For Postoperative Liposuction Irregularities

LipoDissolve, or the injection introduction of a fat-emulsifying chemical solution to treat small areas of excessive fat for cosmetic improvement, is a controversial procedure that is not FDA approved. (or even off-label as it has no approved medical uses) Despite its regulatory status in the United States, I have found LipoDissolve in my practice Read More…

Most Expensive Cosmetic Surgery Procedures in 2007

In the most recent July 2008 issue of Plastic Surgery News, the top five most expensive cosmetic surgical procedures for 2007 were reported. These figures are based on the national average per plastic surgeon and represent the physician’s fee only, excluding the cost of the operating room, anesthesia, and any other related expenses. Circumferential Read More…

Direct Neck Lift in Men

While facelifts in men are less common in women, men also have concerns about their sagging jowls and in particular about their neck waddles. My observation about men and facial aging is that they usually only undergo a procedure when their problem is much more advanced and, as a result, they are usually older Read More…

Otoplasty (Ear Pinning) in Children

Having spent a long time in plastic surgery at Riley Hospital in Indianapolis, I have performed a lot of cosmetic otoplasty procedures for protrudung ears as well as ear reconstructions in children both with missing or partially missing ears. Parents frequently have a lot of questions about otoplasty in their child and many of these Read More…

Dr. Barry Eppley on Blog Talk Radio

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon Dr. Barry Eppley is on Blog Talk Radio today discussing his plastic surgery practice, experience, and the Ology Spa concept which he has developed in Indianapolis.’ Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD, one of Indianapolis premier plastic surgeons is giving patients from Indianapolis and across Indiana a glimpse of his professional background Read More…

The EMMI Solution Experience In Plastic Surgery

EMMI Solutions based in Chicago provides online medical education programs in 16 different specialities for patients on various medical conditions and surgical procedures. Through physician enrollment in the program, they can offer their patients online education which helps them prepare for and recover from medical procedures, manage their expectations, and engages them in quality and Read More…