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Upper and Midfacial Rejuvenation in the Non-Caucasian
Upper and Midfacial Rejuvenation in the Non-Caucasian
Rami K. Batniji, MD; Stephen W. Perkins, MD
In the nineteenth century, Johann Friedrich Blumenbach popularized the term “Caucasian” to describe a distinct group of people from the Caucasus region with specific craniofacial features… read more
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HomeArticles I understand that for a facelift there will be stitches placed after the surgery to hold the skin in place. Do these stitches need to be removed by the doctor? How soon after my surgery will I go back for an appointment?
I see all my patients the following day after a facelift. I usually place drains to evacuate any fluid collection that may tend to collect underneath the skin; I remove these drains on the 2nd or 3rd day after surgery. Although the majority of the skin sutures I use in facelift surgery are dissolvable, I do remove the […]
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For a rhinoplasty, do I have to spend the night at the hospital after the surgery or is it an outpatient procedure?
Typically, rhinoplasty is an outpatient surgery. However, for those patients who wish to spend the night at an aftercare facility, we are happy to facilitate the arrangements for these accommodations.
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From start to finish, how long does a facelift take? Can the procedure take place in my doctor’s office, or will I need to go to a hospital?
I prefer to perform facelift surgery at a surgery center. It is a fully accredited center and we use board certified Anesthesiologists as well as a wonderful surgical team devoted to your care. The procedure itself can take approximately 2-3 hours.
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HomeArticles What is ‘open roof deformity’ in reference to a rhinoplasty? How can this be avoided or fixed?
An open roof deformity is a term used to describe the appearance of the nose after a large dorsal hump reduction. When a large dorsal hump is reduced, the bridge/dorsum of the nose appears flat…this is an open roof deformity. At the time of rhinoplasty, osteotomies will re-position the nasal bones in such a way as to close the open roof and achieve a result that is natural in appearance. Patients who have a large dorsal hump that is reduced and then have osteotomies […]
HomeArticles I am 28 years old and in a profession where looks are everything. I really enjoy looking at before and after pictures of nose jobs and have chosen the type of nose that I would like to get. I know that rhinoplasty must cause black eyes and bruising. How long is it before a nose job looks 100% natural using makeup so I can get back to work?
Bruising is best controlled with intervention before, during and after surgery. Before surgery, we make certain that you are not taking medicines that may cause increased bruising, such as products that contain […]
HomeArticles My nose is too narrow and I have finally decided to get rhinoplasty surgery. This was not a quick decision; I have been contemplating surgery for almost two years. What will you use to make my nose wider, some of my own tissue? Does this procedure require incisions outside the nose?
I appreciate the fact that you did not make a quick decision to get a rhinoplasty. These decisions should definitely be well thought out. A narrow nose may have both aesthetic and functional issues. There are a variety of techniques that I use to address the narrow nose. These […]
HomeArticles I am 38 years old and had a gortex implant placed in my nose about 6 years ago. Recently, a red color has appeared on the spot where the implant was placed. What antibiotics should I use to treat this? Does this mean I should potentially have the implant removed?
There is a possibility that the implant is infected. It is important to use a broad spectrum antibiotic. You may need to have the implant removed if it is infected. I do not typically use gortex implants on the nose because of the risk of infection, extrusion of the implant, […]
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What is the difference between getting Botox and having a facelift? Which one is better for wrinkles and sagging in the facial skin?
Botox minimizes the appearance of lines formed from muscle activity, such as frown lines, forehead creases, and crow’s feet. Botox is performed in the office. It takes approximately 4-7 days to show effect and lasts approximately 4-6 months. A facelift is a surgical procedure that repositions skin and soft tissue into a more youthful orientation. A facelift repositions jowls, refines the neckline, and provides a more youthful contour to the jawline.
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HomeArticles What happens during a facelift consultation? Is there a chance my doctor will tell me not to have the surgery?
The first part of the consultation includes a skin care analysis and introduction to our practice. Then, I meet with you and discuss your desires. I examine the areas of concern. I review my findings with you and make recommendations. Sometimes, patients think they would benefit from a facelift. While a facelift procedure is an excellent one that can produce fabulous results in the right patient, I determine with you whether it is your best option. Some patients might not […]
