Access video lecture content for this chapter online at Elsevier eBooks+ History The social, cultural, and religious significance of the cleft lip has been documented throughout ancient history. Notable Peruvian pottery specimens dating back 3000 years have been linked to…
Introduction In 1657 the physician William Harvey wrote, “Nature is nowhere accustomed more openly to display her secret mysteries than in cases where she shows tracings of her workings apart from the beaten paths; nor is there any better way…
Access video content for this chapter online at Elsevier eBooks+ Introduction to facial feminization surgery Transgender patients typically do not identify with the gender assigned at birth. Both the genital sex, as well as the secondary sex characteristics that develop…
Synopsis ■ Facial pain affects an estimated 1.9% of the world’s population, with twice as many women affected compared to men. ■ Because of its complex nature, a team-based approach is preferred in the diagnosis and treatment of facial pain.…
Synopsis ■ Recapitulates relevant facial anatomy for proper clinical assessment and surgical planning. ■ Discusses the diverse etiology, the clinical presentation, and potential secondary complications associated with facial paralysis. ■ Emphasizes a thorough and focused assessment of the functional, psychosocial,…
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Synopsis ■ Male and female aesthetic genital surgery can greatly enhance confidence if a real or perceived deformity exists. ■ Many new genital surgeries have been developed. ■ In the male, penile enlargement surgery can result in severe deformities, which…
Synopsis ■ Liposuction remains a staple of aesthetic body contouring. The introduction of new technology has allowed for improved outcomes with less invasive procedures. ■ While the introduction of energy-based skin tightening has improved patient outcomes, patient selection remains key…
Synopsis ■ Obesity is a global epidemic with only rising rates. With the rise in bariatric surgical procedures, there has been a concomitant increase in the demand for plastic surgical reconstruction after massive weight loss (MWL). ■ Assessment of the…
Synopsis ■ Medial thighplasty has grown in popularity in the massive weight loss population, as they are often left with deformities of the inner and outer thigh. ■ Not every weight loss patient is a candidate for medial thighplasty. ■…