September 27, 2013 | Revision Rhinoplasty
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 […]
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2013 | BOTOX® Cosmetic
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 […]
Read MoreAugust 29, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
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 […]
Read MoreJuly 29, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Surgeon
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 […]
Read MoreJune 28, 2013 | ABFPRS board certified
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 […]
Read MoreJune 26, 2013 | Obesity
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 […]
Read MoreMay 28, 2013 | The Physician Services Organization for Patient Care
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 […]
Read MoreMay 25, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Surgeon
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 […]
Read MoreMay 03, 2013 | Top Doc Facial Plastic Surgery
Please join us in congratulating Facial Plastic Surgery Associates (FPSA) surgeons, Russell Kridel, MD and Angela Sturm O’Brien, MD, on being named H-Texas Magazine 2013 Top Doc for Facial Plastic Surgery.Dr. Russell Kridel is one of the most highly honored plastic surgeons in Houston and has received the H-Texas Top Doc award annually since 2006. […]
Read MoreApril 05, 2013 | Revision Rhinoplasty
Dr. Russell Kridel often does Revision Rhinoplasty to correct a dysfunctional airway — in other words, the person can’t breathe well. This can result from a problem that existed prior to your first surgery (known as Primary Rhinoplasty or Nose Job). Or if the nasal airway was changed during your previous surgery by another physician, […]
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