Posted 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 January 17, 2022 in Septal Perforations.
A septal perforation is a hole in the nasal septum, the structure that divides your nasal cavity into two halves. While there are many potential causes for a septal perforation, previous septal surgery is the most common reason for a perforation. Not everyone with a septal perforation may benefit from surgery, because many small perforations are often […]
Read MorePosted January 17, 2022 in Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
The toughest time for a patient during their recovery from rhinoplasty is right after surgery, particularly in the first week. Rather than asking our patients tough it out on their own, we have them come into the office frequently during the first two weeks after surgery to clean their noses so they look and feel […]
Read MorePosted March 26, 2020 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
One of the many things that makes Facial Plastic Surgery Associates and Dr. Russell Kridel unique compared to virtually all other cosmetic or plastic surgery medical practices in Houston, is our commitment to post-operative care. When a patient has facial plastic surgery with Dr. Russell Kridel, the patient is seen the day after surgery, then […]
Read MorePosted March 10, 2020 in Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision Rhinoplasty surgery is extremely difficult, so it is critical that you select a specialist who has the training and experience to successfully perform the procedure. Sadly, the primary reason patients are interested in having a Revision Rhinoplasty is because the first or primary rhinoplasty performed by another surgeon did not meet their goals. Patients […]
Read MorePosted March 04, 2020 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
We all know Dr. Kridel is truly the best facial plastic surgeon in Houston (and yes, the rest of the country). And now it is time to spread the word by voting. The Houston Chronicle just named Dr. Kridel as one of the Top 5 Plastic Surgeons in the Houston area for 2020! And now […]
Read MorePosted January 13, 2020 in Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Like snowflakes, no two noses are the same. Our noses are unique both in external appearance, as well as internal structure and anatomy. So, it is extremely important when you are selecting a surgeon to perform cosmetic surgery on your nose that the doctor has expertise and experience specific to nasal surgery. You want a […]
Read MorePosted March 24, 2016 in Facelift
Russell Kridel, MD was a featured faculty member at the recent 14th International Course on Facial Plastic Surgery & Rhinology in Bogota, Colombia. As an internationally recognized leader on Rhinoplasty and Facelift surgical techniques, Dr. Kridel was invited to share his expertise with other surgeons attending the meeting. Dr. Kridel was invited to discuss several […]
Read MorePosted February 17, 2015 in Revision Rhinoplasty
Surgeons from around the world travel to Houston, Texas each year to visit internationally recognized Rhinoplasty specialist and expert, Dr. Russell Kridel. Recently, Dr. Aftab Ahmed from Manchester, England, came for several weeks to observe Dr. Kridel’s advanced facial plastic surgery techniques, including Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty, to enhance his own training and take back […]
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 […]
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