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Posted March 02, 2023 in Central Neck Lift
WHAT IS A CENTRAL NECK LIFT? A central neck lift is a surgical procedure intended to improve the neckline for those with a prominent double chin or poorly defined neckline by enhancing the transition between the jawline and the neck. Dr. Sean Delaney is one of the few surgeons in Houston, TX, performing this specialized neck […]
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Posted January 09, 2023 in Buccal Fat Pad Removal
The buccal fat pad is a tubular body of fat that begins in the temple region and courses inferiorly under the cheekbone to the cheeks beside the mouth. The size of the buccal fat pad varies between individuals and is often determined by genetics.
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Posted December 02, 2022 in Rib Cartilage
Rib cartilage is frequently used for cartilage grafts during rhinoplasty when insufficient septal cartilage is available. A person may not have enough septal cartilage if they naturally have small septal cartilage or have had surgery before where their septal cartilage has already been harvested for cartilage grafts.
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Posted November 28, 2022 in Scar revision procedures
Since scars form over weeks to months, we have the opportunity to modify how the scar will heal early in the healing process for a more favorable outcome. Unfortunately, older scars or more severe scars will reach a point where they cease to improve. Therefore, surgical procedures may be considered for these types of scars.
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Posted October 31, 2022 in BOTOX® Cosmetic
When receiving facial injections, it is vital that you only trust your face to someone who knows the facial anatomy well. At FPSA, our facial injections are performed by Dr. Delaney and Dr. Kridel, both board-certified facial plastic surgeons.
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Posted October 03, 2022 in BOTOX® Cosmetic, Injectables
With growing transparency about cosmetic procedures, most people are now more aware of the growing popularity of facial injectables in maintaining or improving one’s appearance. In fact, facial injectables have become the most requested minimally invasive cosmetic treatments in the United States. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 4.4 million patients had Botox, and […]
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Posted September 29, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Once you have narrowed your search to a few surgeons, consider scheduling a consultation. At the consultation, see if you ca n develop a rapport with the surgeon and if, together, you can develop a shared rhinoplasty vision that would make you happy.
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Posted September 22, 2022 in Chin Augmentation, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Successful Rhinoplasty outcomes depend on the careful analysis of both the nose and the surrounding facial features. Despite increased public awareness and acceptance of rhinoplasty surgery, patients who present for nasal surgery rarely have examined their whole face. Rather, they have the notion that a singular feature, the nose, is the only aspect that could be improved. […]
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Posted September 16, 2022 in BOTOX® Cosmetic, Daxxify neurotoxin
Biotechnology company Revance issued a press release this month announcing the FDA approval of Daxxify (DaxibotulinumtoxinA-Ianm) for the treatment of frown lines. Findings from clinical trials using Daxxify found the average duration of action of the neurotoxin at approximately 6 months, compared to 3~4 months of other neurotoxins, such as Botox and Dysport, while enjoying a similar safety profile. This is very […]
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Posted August 30, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Patients undergoing nasal surgery such as rhinoplasty or septoplasty will commonly have gauze dressing under their noses. Also known as a “mustache” dressing, this gauze is held in place by tape. As bloody and mucous discharge is expected after surgery, mustache dressings help absorb the drainage, so patients do not have to worry about always having […]
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