Posted 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 […]
Read MorePosted March 14, 2022 in Kybella
Since its approval by the US FDA for treatment of moderate to severe submental fat in 2015, Kybella has received significant media attention as a nonsurgical alternative for treatment of the double chin. Kybella, or deoxycholic acid, is a bile acid that destroys fat cells. When injected into an area with fat, an inflammatory reaction occurs as […]
Read MorePosted March 07, 2022 in Cheek Implants
The mid and lower face are particularly prone to the effects of aging. Over time, loss of skin elasticity, diminution of cheek fat and collagen, and descent of facial soft tissue results in a gaunt appearance, or “submalar hollowing”. Although a facelift would certainly improve the appearance in a person with aging changes, a lift […]
Read MorePosted March 02, 2022 in Nasal projection
While discussing the size of a nose, most people can easily describe the size of a hump or tip. Both features are easy to understand and explain. However, the nasal projection is an equally important feature that is hard to describe for the non-surgeon and often overlooked. Nasal projection refers to how far the tip of […]
Read MorePosted February 28, 2022 in CO2 laser skin resurfacing
Skin resurfacing treatments have been employed for hundreds, if not thousands of years, to beautify skin. The commonality of these treatments involves making a controlled injury to the skin to stimulate the regrowth of more youthful skin. Examples include dermabrasion and chemical peels. In dermabrasion, layers of skin are removed mechanically using abrasive materials, such […]
Read MorePosted February 21, 2022 in Chin Augmentation
The chin’s projection, or how far the chin sticks out, can significantly impact a person’s appearance. Good chin projection helps balance facial proportions and serves as a good transition from the face to the neck when viewed from the side. The nose can look relatively larger when a person has an underdeveloped chin. Also, with […]
Read MorePosted February 14, 2022 in Facial Aging, Facial Implants
Much is known about the treatment of the soft tissue of the aging face. The mainstay of facial rejuvenation surgery has involved the lifting and redraping of tissue. More recently, we have come to appreciate that fat and collagen are lost over time, and volume restoration in fillers and fat transfer has grown in popularity. […]
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