Posted January 19, 2015 in Nasal projection
Septal Perforation Repair Explained: Repair of a septal perforation, also known as a perforated septum, is considered one of the most technically challenging nasal surgeries. Since a septal perforation is a three-layered hole in all three tissue layers of the septum, repair of septal perforations must address reconstructing all of these three layers to achieve the […]
Read MorePosted January 12, 2015 in Facelift
Countdown to the Top 5 Facelift Tips for 2015: 5. Pamper Yourself Immediately after your facelift surgery, you won’t be able to enjoy some of your favorite pampering activities. So, go ahead and get your manicure and pedicure done a few days before your surgery. Get your hair cut and colored as well since you […]
Read MorePosted January 07, 2015 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Noted in the recently published “Rhino-popularity Report” by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), Rhinoplasty is the most popular surgical procedure for both men and women under the age of 35 and the number one most requested facial plastic surgery procedure overall among men. Over 500,000 people had consultations last year for Rhinoplasty […]
Read MorePosted December 31, 2014 in Tanning Damage
Recently, the AMA Wire published the synopsis (shown below) of media coverage on the CDC study about injuries from indoor tanning published in JAMA Internal Medicine. Unfortunately, consumers are under the general impression that indoor tanning is safe and many are under the false impression that indoor tanning does not have the same effect on […]
Read MorePosted December 31, 2014 in Revision Rhinoplasty
Like snowflakes, no two noses are the same. Each of us has our own unique facial structure. However, some people do not like the appearance of their nose relative to their other features they were born with or they dislike the altered look due to a nasal injury. Fortunately, Rhinoplasty surgery, which is the cosmetic […]
Read MorePosted December 04, 2014 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Nasal Trauma Injury Needs to be Addressed Sports injuries, accidents and other traumatic events can cause damage to the nose. Many signs of injury to the nose are external and easily observed, such as, bruising, bleeding and swelling. However, there can also be internal damage as well, including a fractured septum, deviated septum or a […]
Read MorePosted 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 […]
Read MorePosted 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 […]
Read MorePosted 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 […]
Read MorePosted 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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