Question: I am Asian-American and I want my eyes to be more open. How can blepharoplasty open my eyes but maintain my ethnic appearance? Answer: Blepharoplasty on people of Asian descent is a very specific type of eyelid procedure. The procedure which is most common is to create a crease in the upper eyelid that… [Read More]
Archives for February 2012
What is a Lateral Strut Graft For Rhinoplasty?
Question: What is a lateral strut graft for rhinoplasty and when is it used? Answer: Your question is a very specific one. A lateral crural strut graft is a graft of cartilage that is generally harvested from the nasal septum during septo rhinoplasty. The graft is placed in the area of the nasal ala (nostril… [Read More]
What is scar revision?
Question: What exactly is scar revision? Is it a painful process? Answer: A scar revision procedure usually does not require a general anesthesia, however if you have a significant fear of surgery, a mild IV sedative can be used during your scar revision surgery in combination with a local anesthesia to make the entire procedure… [Read More]
After otoplasty my ears back to initial position.
Question: I had otoplasty years ago and I feel that my ears have partially returned to their initial position. Is there some reason why this would occur and could I get another procedure done? Answer: It is possible that your ears have partially returned to the position they were in prior to your otoplasty. I… [Read More]
Is it normal to have constant bleeding after an otoplasty?
Question: I had otoplasty surgery a few days ago. One of my ears is bleeding nonstop, not a lot but it’s still not stopping. Is this normal or should I be concerned? Answer: I would expect the bleeding to have subsided a day or so after your otoplasty surgery. I normally keep a compression dressing… [Read More]
How can I dramatically change the shape of my ears?
Question: If I want to dramatically change the shape of my ears, not just pin them, what can be done? Answer: There are many changes that can be made to the ears with an otoplasty surgery. I am not certain how dramatic a change you are looking for but in otoplasty surgery I strive to… [Read More]
Where are the incisions located for a neck lift?
Question: Where are the incisions located for a neck lift? Are they less extensive than a facelift? Answer: There are a few different incisions that can be used for a neck lift and that will depend upon the amount of excess skin and muscle that you have in your neck, and to some extent the… [Read More]
Is it okay to grow a beard before surgery or do I have to shave?
Question: I’m a 26-year-old guy and I’d like to get a chin implant. I thought that growing a beard before surgery would help to disguise some of the side effects of surgery and since I think the before and after will be pretty dramatic it might also help ease the transition to make it less… [Read More]
What are the differences of a facelift and a mini-facelift?
Question: Could you please explain to me the similarities and differences of a facelift and a mini-facelift? Answer: The differences between a mini facelift and a full facelift has to do with the surgical technique, the recovery period, and most importantly, the areas of the face which are addressed with either the full facelift or… [Read More]
Can I get a facelift using local anesthesia?
Question: My sister-in-law came to you last year for a complete face lift. She looks remarkable! I would love a face lift, but I am very sensitive to general anesthesia. In the past, I have been sick for days after being given general. Can I get a facelift using local anesthesia? Answer: Although there are… [Read More]