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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 elimination or softening of unwanted facial expressions has been made possible by drug-induced chemodenervation, otherwise known as Botox injections. Botox continues to increase in popularity because it is highly effective at achieving facial expression manipulation through a simple set of injections without any visible signs of having it done or recovery. Botox is Read More…
Botox is the world’s most popular minimally invasive facial treatment for cosmetic purposes. Temporarily decreasing or eliminating certain forehead and eye wrinkles that result from reflex facial expressions has proven to be highly desired throughout much of the civilized world. I have always said that Botox is so popular because it simply works well Read More…
Botox injections are well known for their facial cosmetic benefits as well as the relief of certain medical conditions such as excessive sweating. Botox works primarily by temporarily decreasing or paralyzing the muscles into which it is injected. Because of the ability to lessen muscle contractions, it is logical to assume that Botox will work Read More…
The recent phenomenon and popularity of Botox and injectable fillers for quick temporary fixes of cosmetic facial concerns has led many to consider or have these treatments. Because of their prevalence throughout our society and the resultant marketing behind them, many patients are confused and have inaccurate information as to what these cosmetic treatments Read More…
Jaw reduction strives to narrow the lower-third of the face, particularly that of the lower jaw and its muscle attachments. There are several techniques for jaw reduction, some surgical and others non-surgical. Jaw reduction is most common in Asians where there is a societal preference for a slender jaw profile. This is in contrast to Read More…
One of the great fears of many new Botox® patients is that they will look unnatural. Or like someone they had seen on TV or in magazine who looked ‘frozen’ and artificial with their facial expressions. In reality, I have seen and treated only a handful of patients over the years who want no wrinkles Read More…
It is not rare to hear a patient say…’my Botox seems to be wearing off earlier than usual’…or…’I had Botox but it didn’t seem to work’. Some few patients even suggest that they may be immune to Botox or that they are becoming resistant ot it. Many physicians and even manufacturer reps say that such Read More…
Most people in America have now heard of Botox and if they haven’t, they surely will in the immediate future with its TV advertising campaign. The commonality of Botox has not only generated lots of interest but with that level of curiousity comes misconceptions and wife’s tales. Let me cover some basic concepts of this Read More…
When you are considering Botox injections (facial expression weakening/paralysis), consider the following issues which should be part of every procedure consent for this cosmetic treatment. These include issues of Treatment Areas, Outcome of the Procedure, Risk and Complications, and the all-important understanding of what the Costs will be. What specific areas are going to be treated? Read More…
Botox continues to be the most popular in-office cosmetic facial procedure short of skin care treatments. It is so popular because of its tremendous effectiveness, producing a near-surgical result every time. Also, while not inexpensive, it is less costly than surgery and involves no recovery whatsoever. The cost of Botox does vary greatly across the 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...