Posted June 01, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
When we consider the size of a nose, we think about its absolute size. However, it is not the absolute size of the nose that matters. Instead, we should think about the relative size of the nose compared to the face and other facial features. For instance, a nose that may appear too large in […]
Read MorePosted May 12, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
As soon as a bone in your body breaks, the body responds to the injury and attempts to fix the bone. The time it takes for the bone to heal, and the repair’s quality depends on several factors: (1) severity of the fracture (e.g., clean break vs fragmented break) (2) size of the gap between […]
Read MorePosted May 02, 2022 in Facelift Incisions
Patients seeking a facelift desire improved neckline and jawline, but rarely at the cost of visible surgical scars, which constantly remind observers that this person had undergone cosmetic surgery. All incisions result in scars. That is a matter of fact, and there is no getting around that. However, not all scars are created equal. Well-executed […]
Read MorePosted April 25, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Many patients present to a rhinoplasty consultation with a desire to make their nose look smaller. Often, they will point out a big hump or large nasal tip, but the size of the nostrils is often overlooked or difficult to describe. In many cases, nostril narrowing can further enhance the appearance of one’s nose. The […]
Read MorePosted April 19, 2022 in Septal Perforations.
Nasal septal perforations are holes in the nasal septum, the middle partition that divides the nasal cavity into two halves. While there are many potential reasons why a septal perforation may form, the most common cause is previous septal surgery. Not all individuals with septal perforations have symptoms. Many people have small septal perforations who […]
Read MorePosted April 12, 2022 in Morpheus 8
Many of you may have seen or heard the name “Morpheus 8” in the past year. Morpheus 8 is a new, innovative treatment that incorporates Microneedling with Radiofrequency energy. FPSA had been one of the early adopters of this leading-edge technology. Morpheus 8 is a safe and effective minimally invasive device designed for skin and […]
Read MorePosted April 07, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
With the widespread use of smartphones equipped with increasingly sophisticated cameras, selfie photography has exploded in popularity in recent years. Because of its prominence in the center of the face, the nose has come under increasing scrutiny. Ironically, selfies seem to be frequently negatively evaluated despite the enthusiasm to take selfies. Consequentially, the number of patients who […]
Read MorePosted March 25, 2022 in Accutane therapy
Accutane (Isotretinoin) is a well-established oral medication commonly prescribed for oily skin and severe acne patients. The medication significantly reduces skin sebum production by shrinking the oil glands of the face. Patients with thick sebaceous skin may notice a thinning of their nasal skin with Accutane therapy as well. However, Accutane has also been linked to […]
Read MorePosted March 23, 2022 in Nasal Fracture, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
The nose is the prominent centerpiece of the face. As such, it is also highly susceptible to trauma. Injuries to the nose can be traumatic and stressful. Dr. Delaney will provide information about what to do when you have a suspected isolated nasal injury. If there is an open laceration on your nose or you […]
Read MorePosted March 15, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Recovery
Patients who are better prepared for surgery tend to have smoother recoveries. Therefore, it is important for our patients to understand what to expect after nasal surgery. Dr. Delaney answers several common questions that relate to nasal surgery – Rhinoplasty (aka Nose job) and Septoplasty. How long does nasal surgery take? Typically, rhinoplasty lasts about […]
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