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The Challenges of Ethnic (Non-Caucasian) Rhinoplasty

Ethnic Rhinoplasty in Indianapolis One of the most sought after operations in non-Caucasians is that of rhinoplasty. (nose reshaping) Certain ethnic groups have features to their noses that are different from the more Caucasian ‘Roman’ nose. It is necessary, therefore, to approach each ethnic group’s nose individually and aim to have a better balance of Read More…

The Subspecialty of Bariatric Plastic Surgery

Dr. Barry Eppley of Indianapolis joins The American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons As the number of bariatric surgeries performed in the United States continues to increase, so has the number of patients that have been left with large amounts of loose skin after massive weight loss. The success of bariatric surgery has led Read More…

Hyaluronic Acid-Based Injectable Fillers for Facial Lines and Wrinkles

The Science of Hyaluron Injectable Fillers The use of injectable materials for filling or plumping up facial lines and wrinkles dates back to 1981 in the U.S. when collagen injections became available. From 1981 to 2003, for over twenty years, injectable collagen was the only available facial filler. While the injection process was easy, the Read More…

The Role of Anatomic Implants for Breast Augmentation

Anatomic or Shaped Implants for Breast Augmentation Many breast augmentation candidates invariably ask the question about ‘anatomic implants’ as a breast implant option. Most ask that because they have a fear of having a round, beachball-like appearance after surgery which they view as unnatural. Some patients, of course, think that appearance is natural and even want Read More…

Upper vs Lower Lifts For Buttock Reshaping

Buttock Reshaping by Lifting Techniques The shape of the buttocks can be altered by liposuction, implants, fat injections, and lifts. Buttock lifts are reserved for those cases in which the buttocks sag, with skin overhanging the lower buttock crease. This condition is most common today after significant weight loss after bariatric surgery. In the past, buttock Read More…

The Safety of Plastic Surgery Abroad

Overseas Plastic Surgery – Is It Safe? I recently was asked to see a patient in a hospital emergency room to take out sutures from a facelift that she had done in Mexico. While she suffered no terrible complications, the cosmetic outcome was certainly not what I would have considered acceptable here in Indianapolis. The Read More…

The Safety of Silicone Breast Implants in Breast Augmentation

Silicone Gel Breast Implants in Breast Augmentation – Scientific Assessment of their Safety Despite the release of silicone gel breast implants for widespread commerical use in late 2006 and being one of the most (if not the most) studied medical device in history, some patients do question their safety. Any patient over 30 years of Read More…

Pectoral Etching and Liposculpture in Men

Pectoral Etching and Liposculpture for Better Chest Definition Contouring of the chest region by pectoral etching helps provide better definition to the pectoral muscles and the shape of the chest wall. Borrowing the concept from abdominal etching, in which the use of linear liposuction is used to define muscular edges and definitions, a similar technique Read More…

Massage Therapy and Plastic Surgery at Eppley Lifestyle Spa in Indianapolis

With an increasing number of people undergoing cosmetic surgery (nearly 11 million people underwent some form of plastic surgery in 2006 according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons), plastic surgeons are looking for additional methods to enhance the patient’s experience and improve their recovery. Massage therapy is one therapeutic approach that can potentially Read More…

Patient Testimonials for Dr Barry Eppley in 2007

Here are a few comments from patients that had plastic surgery by Dr Barry Eppley of Indianapolis in 2007. Tummytuck, Liposuction, Arm Lifts ‘I never thought I would look this way again…..Thanks, you are the best!’ Nadine Indianapolis, IN Chin Implant ‘I wanted to thank you for all of your care and concern….and for being so Read More…