I have an under-projected nasal tip and would like to get this fixed with a nose job. How is this achieved?
Projection of the nose refers to the length of the nose as demonstrated on profile view from the face to the nasal tip. Pinocchio is a classic example of an over-projected nose. Projection of the nose must be taken into context with a thorough evaluation of other facial structures, including the lips and chin. During a rhinoplasty, there are several techniques I use to achieve projection in an under-projected nose. For example, suture techniques will achieve both nasal tip refinement […]
What is the follow-up care like after a facelift? How many check-ups will I need and for how long?
Following your facelift, you will be cared for by a nurse in a recovery suite for the first night. This is a complimentary service we provide all our facelift patients. The nurse is a professional, registered nurse who has many years of experience caring for plastic surgery patients. The morning after your facelift, I see you in follow up. I remove and replace a wrap dressing. During the facelift surgery, I place small drains to remove any fluid collection that may occur […]
HomeArticles I had a rhinoplasty to fix my nose after it had been broken and was slightly bent. It seemed to fix the bending part but I now seem to have a hump on my nose. Why would this have happened and is there anything that can be done about it now?
There are several possible reasons why you may experience a hump on your nose after rhinoplasty. On occasion, swelling can occur along the bridge of the nose which will result in a slight hump. If patients develop a hump on the nose that is due to swelling, steroid injections […]
HomeArticles I’m debating between a full facelift and some of the non-surgical alternatives out there? Are any of the non-surgical options able to provide results that are as long lasting as a traditional facelift?
The term ‘facelift’ is often used to describe a multitude of procedures. A ‘traditional’ facelift usually refers to a procedure that lifts the eyebrows/forehead, address the jowls, and refines the neckline. I perform an endoscopic brow lift to address the eyebrows/forehead. I perform a facelift to achieve jawline definition, re-position the jowl, and achieve a more youthful neck contour. This procedure is performed through a well designed […]
HomeArticles What are some treatment options for dark circles under the eyes?
There are several possible causes for dark circles under the eyes. One possible cause is pigmentation to the skin. Some treatment options for skin pigmentation include bleaching creams, chemical peels such as the VI Peel, our Isolaz laser system, broadband light (BBL) by Sciton, and fractionated lasers. Another possible cause for dark circles under the eyes is prominent blood vessels underneath the skin. One of the more common causes for dark circles under the eyes is fullness beneath the eyes that cause a shadow; it is this shadow that […]
HomeArticles What causes lower eyelid bags?
There are several possible causes for lower eyelid bags, or fullness of the lower eyelids. One potential cause is allergies; therefore, during the initial consultation, we inquire about history of allergies and allergy symptoms. If there is a history of allergies and/or allergy symptoms, I refer my patients to my father, Dr. Kamal Batniji, who is an Otolaryngologist-Head & Neck Surgeon (ENT) for allergy testing. Another potential cause for lower eyelid bags is thyroid disorder. The symptoms for thyroid disorder can be vague at times and include such symptoms as heart palpitations, temperature changes (feeling […]
HomeArticles I was wondering if there are any steps you can take to minimize bruising after rhinoplasty. I heard you can get black eyes. Is there anything you can do before surgery and after to keep the bruising to a minimum?
There are several steps you can do before and after surgery to minimize bruising and swelling after rhinoplasty. Here are a list of these steps:
Before Surgery:
Avoid aspirin at least 10 days before surgery.
Avoid anti-inflammatory medications, such as Ibuprofen and Motrin, prior to surgery.
Avoid a list of herbal supplements which may increase the risk of bruising/swelling before surgery. This list includes […]
HomeArticles I have a nose job scheduled in a few weeks. I was just wondering how I’m going to have care for my nose after surgery? What special care will I have to perform, will I need to clean it and how?
During the initial consultation for rhinoplasty, I discuss the postoperative course with my patients. As well, we provide our patients with a printed form of these instructions prior to the surgery. Also, I evaluate our patients the day after surgery to further review these instructions.
Our patients can begin showering the day after surgery. I instruct our patients to cleanse […]
HomeArticles I am getting a face lift but I have aquestion, I have with a moderate amount of white facial hair on my chin which i shave off every day. “Will the hair in that area be in a different spot if I get a face lift? Is their any way to remove the hair in that area during a face lift.
A lower facelift is a wonderful treatment option to address jowl formation, descent of facial tissues, neck skin laxity, neck muscle banding, and/or fullness of the central neck. With a facelift, one can achieve a more youthful neckline, a […]
HomeArticles I am a 61 year old African American male looking into a midface lift. Are there any particular considerations for my skin type as opposed to a facelift performed on someone Caucasian?
As an African American, you may be at risk for keloid formation at the scar. While a surgical midface lift provides excellent results, it does require an incision. If you have a history of keloid formation, you may benefit from a non-surgical midface procedure. During this procedure, I place Radiesse against the cheek bone to elevate the cheek tissues. This procedure is performed in the office and has […]
