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Posted December 01, 2014 in Septal Perforations.
Because repairing a perforated septum is so complex, it is imperative that you select a facial plastic surgeon who is a noted specialist in nasal surgery and has performed hundreds of septal perforation repair surgeries, as well as Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty surgeries. But, that is just the beginning, there is far more you need […]
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Posted November 28, 2014 in Facelift
A modern facelift procedure, like the MVP Lift, is a fine-tuned facial plastic surgery approach that can be life-changing for patients. Given advancements in techniques, including several pioneered by Dr. Kridel, the procedure is now a reliable method, sought out by men and women across many age groups and ethnicities for facial rejuvenation. What is […]
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Posted November 27, 2014 in Revision Rhinoplasty, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Russell Kridel, MD was a featured faculty member at the recent myRhinoplasty course at the Royal College of Surgeons in London, England. As an internationally recognized leader on nasal and facial rejuvenation surgical techniques, Dr. Kridel was invited to share his expertise with other surgeons attending the meeting. The well respected myRhinoplasty meeting was designed […]
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Posted November 03, 2014 in Teenage Rhinoplasty
If you have ever been unhappy with the size or shape of your nose, you are not alone. In 2012, over 180,000 people had Rhinoplasty surgery, with about 15% being performed on teenagers between the ages of 13 – 19*. Among teens, Rhinoplasty is the most common cosmetic procedure. With the nose being the most […]
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Posted October 14, 2014 in Facelift, Tech Neck
Our beloved smartphones and tablets might be to blame for some of the extra wrinkles you see in the mirror. Often called “tech neck,” or “text neck”, this condition occurs as a result of frequently looking up and down at these devices. The movement and the position causes creases, double chins, and wrinkles to form […]
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Posted October 09, 2014 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Russell Kridel, MD was a featured faculty member at the recent 37th Annual Conference of the EAFPS (European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery) in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Over two hundred facial plastic surgeons attended the conference from all around the world. As an internationally recognized expert on nasal and facial rejuvenation surgical techniques, Dr. Kridel […]
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Posted October 05, 2014 in Facelift
There is truly is no “magic age” when a facelift is most effective or achieves the best results. Today, many younger patients in their 40’s, even in their 30’s, are visiting facial plastic surgeons in search of their “first facelift,” a surgery that will turn back the clock and help them age gracefully for years […]
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Posted September 28, 2014 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
When you decide to proceed with a Rhinoplasty (or nose job) after a great deal of thought and consideration, the next step is to have a consultation with a plastic surgeon. This next phase of your quest for the perfect nose is one of the most important. Follow this Rhinoplasty Consultation Checklist to help you […]
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Posted September 10, 2014 in Facelift
Losing massive amounts of weight is a wonderful achievement. It takes a great deal of courage, will power and perseverance. However, patients who have lost substantial amounts of weight are faced with significant sagging skin. Their skin has stretched so far that it doesn’t rebound as quickly or fully. The patients’ new shape is sidelined […]
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Posted August 07, 2014 in Facelift, Facelift Incisions
1. Will a Facelift get rid of all my wrinkles and sagging skin? A facelift should really be called a midface and neck lift because it lifts sagging skin and tissue from the mid portion of the face, jawline and neck. A facelift does not correct sagging brows or forehead which is addressed by a […]
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