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Posted January 31, 2022 in BOTOX® Cosmetic
We’re pleased to share that Facial Plastic Surgery Associates (FPSA) was recognized by the Houston Chronicle as 2021’s Best of the Best for Botox center and Nonsurgical facial treatments. At FPSA we strive to make our facial injections a wonderful experience. To this end, we’ve implemented measures to minimize any potential discomfort associated with the treatments while maintaining […]
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Posted January 25, 2022 in FaceTitle
Our surgeons at Facial Plastic Surgery Associates, Dr. Delaney and Dr. Kridel, are pleased to offer their patients FaceTite, a minimally invasive facial contouring treatment. The procedure is performed by introducing a thin treatment wand underneath the skin of the face and neck. The wand is then used to deliver radiofrequency energy to melt away […]
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Posted January 24, 2022 in Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
What does it mean to be a double board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon? Board certification represents the recognition of a physician’s skill, knowledge, and expertise in a specialty area. Doctors must complete many years of medical training before they can qualify to become board-certified physician. Upon graduation from medical school, doctors who want to treat patients […]
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Posted January 17, 2022 in Septal Perforations.
A septal perforation is a hole in the nasal septum, the structure that divides your nasal cavity into two halves. While there are many potential causes for a septal perforation, previous septal surgery is the most common reason for a perforation. Not everyone with a septal perforation may benefit from surgery, because many small perforations are often […]
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Posted January 17, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
The toughest time for a patient during their recovery from rhinoplasty is right after surgery, particularly in the first week. Rather than asking our patients tough it out on their own, we have them come into the office frequently during the first two weeks after surgery to clean their noses so they look and feel […]
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Posted January 11, 2022 in Protruding Ears
An ear is considered protruding if it sticks out more than two centimeters from the skull. Protruding ears can significantly impact one’s self-esteem. Childhood teasing and name-calling often make those with protruding ears even more self-conscious. Many individuals with protruding ears may find themselves embarrassed to wear their hair up or choose to grow their […]
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Posted September 10, 2020 in Best of the Best Plastic Surgeon in Houston
All of us at Facial Plastic Surgery Associates are not surprised by the news that Dr. Russell Kridel has been voted Best of the Best Plastic Surgeon in Houston! Houstonians nominated, voted and decided on ‘the best’ across many categories including Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery. Not only is this an honor, but it is also quite significant because […]
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Posted June 09, 2020 in Protruding Ears
Protruding ears often make a person very self-conscious about their appearance. This can be exacerbated during childhood by bullying and name-calling. And in a selfie-oriented culture, protruding ears for can be further exaggerated with common cell phone camera angles. Fortunately, there is a facial plastic surgery procedure that can readily address this aesthetically. Otoplasty performed […]
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Posted May 12, 2020 in Liquid Rhinoplasty, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
The saying, “Buyer Beware”, is relevant to the discussion about Liquid Rhinoplasty, as well as Rhinoplasty. Let’s first speak about Liquid Rhinoplasty. Liquid Rhinoplasty is the injection of dermal fillers to reshape the nose. The demand for liquid rhinoplasty has increased over the past years. There a several reason for this, but certainly, one of […]
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Posted March 26, 2020 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
One of the many things that makes Facial Plastic Surgery Associates and Dr. Russell Kridel unique compared to virtually all other cosmetic or plastic surgery medical practices in Houston, is our commitment to post-operative care. When a patient has facial plastic surgery with Dr. Russell Kridel, the patient is seen the day after surgery, then […]
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