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October 19, 2013 | Revision Rhinoplasty

Dr. Kridel Speaks on Revision Rhinoplasty at AAFPRS Fall Meeting in New Orleans

Revision Rhinoplasty expert, Russell Kridel, MD was an invited speaker at the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) 2013 Fall Meeting called “Facial Plastic Surgery 2.0” held October 19-21 in New Orleans. As an internationally recognized expert on Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty surgical techniques, Dr. Kridel was asked to share his expertise […]

October 17, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Surgeon

Rhinoplasty Questions for Top Nose Doc: Dr. Russell Kridel

The following are 3 common questions patients ask Dr. Kridel and the Facial Plastic Surgery Associates staff about cosmetic nose surgery known as Rhinoplasty. Some people also refer to Rhinoplasty as a nose job. Question: How old do you have to be to have nose surgery? Anyone whose face is mature can have a Rhinoplasty. […]

September 27, 2013 | Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision Rhinoplasty Is A Difficult Surgery

A revision rhinoplasty is more difficult than primary rhinoplasty surgery for many reasons. The most important reason is that the anatomy inside the nose has already been altered during the first nose surgery (primary rhinoplasty). Prior to any nose surgery, there are layers of tissue planes that have natural separations between the types of nasal […]

September 13, 2013 | BOTOX® Cosmetic

Dr. Kridel shares news: Botox Gets FDA Approval for Crow’s Feet

Botox, also known as a wrinkle relaxer, has been officially approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating crow’s feet (wrinkles around the eyes). Like other areas of the face, the effects of the Botox injection for crow’s feet will last approximately 3 to 6 months, although results vary by individual. As a […]

August 29, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon

Rhinoplasty: When your nose doesn’t fit your face

Since the nose is the most prominent facial feature, if it is out of proportion, your nose may very well dominate your face. But, don’t worry if you’ve ever been unhappy with the size or shape of your nose — you are not alone. In 2012, more than 240,000 people had Rhinoplasty, nose reshaping surgery […]

July 29, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Surgeon

Dr. Kridel & Dr. Sturm Receive 2013 Top Doctor Honors

Houston facial plastic surgeon, Russell Kridel, MD, continues to be recognized as one of the best plastic surgeons for his exceptional facial plastic surgery skills and quality patient care. Already one of the most highly honored surgeons in Houston and in his specialty of facial plastic surgery, Dr. Kridel has been named by peers and […]

June 28, 2013 | ABFPRS board certified

5 Reasons to use an ABFPRS board certified surgeon for facial plastic surgery

Selecting a surgeon to perform any type of cosmetic surgery on your face and neck can be a very daunting process. Fortunately, there is an important selection criteria that is already available to you – the surgeon should be board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS). Why? This is […]

June 26, 2013 | Obesity

Dr. Russell Kridel Quoted in Medscape Article on Obesity as a Disease

Dr. Russell Kridel was quoted in the June 19, 2013 Medscape online article, “AMA Declares Obesity a Disease.” At the recent 2013 annual Americal Medical Association (AMA) meeting in Chicago, physicians voted to label obesity as a disease that requires a range of interventions to advance treatment and prevention. While physicians agree that obesity is […]

May 28, 2013 | The Physician Services Organization for Patient Care

Texas Medical Association Launch Of New Physician Services Group

Dr. Russell Kridel was quoted in the May 23, 2013 issue of the Houston Business Journal about the recent launch by the Texas Medical Association (TMA) of the Physicians Services Organization for Patient Care. In the article, Dr. Kridel stated, “The Physician Services Organization for Patient Care will provide services to help physicians navigate the changing health […]

May 25, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Surgeon

Dr. Russell Kridel Featured Speaker at Advances in Rhinoplasty Course

Houston facial plastic surgeon, Russell Kridel MD, was a featured speaker at the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) prestigious Advances in Rhinoplasty course in Chicago, IL from May 10 – May 12. This Rhinoplasty course is the longest running of its kind and is considered the best in the world. Dr. Kridel was […]

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