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OR Snapshots – Posterior Temporal Implant for Head Widening

The side of the head is typically seen or described as the area above the ears. It is influenced by a variety of constituent anatomic structures including bone, muscle and skin. Their thicknesses and the ratio of tissue proportions between them all contribute to the flatness or convexity of the side of the head. The Read More…

OR Snapshots – Posterior Cheekbone Reduction Osteotomy

Reduction of prominent cheekbones requires some form of bone reduction. While some may think that shaving or burring can reduce the width of the cheekbones, this is largely an ineffective technique. This is because the only portion of the cheekbone that is accessible for shaving is the most anterior portion right below the eye. This Read More…

OR Snapshots – Areolar Gynecomastia Reduction in Young Men

Male breast enlargement, known as gynecomastia, presents in various manifestations. While once gynecomastia surgery was most commonly done on teenage boys who developed small (or large) breast mounds that did not recede, today’s gynecomastia reductions are different. Men are much more particular about the appearance of their chests today and are often intolerant of even Read More…

OR Snapshots – The Extended Temporal Implant for a More Complete Augmentation

Temporal augmentation is most commonly done by injection techniques using synthetic fillers or fat. While offering a non-surgical approach, their results are often not permanent and the temporal contour may be uneven or asymmetric. More recently developed temporal implants offer an assured volume and a smooth temporal contour result. Placed through a small incision inside Read More…

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