Synopsis ■ Liposuction is growing in popularity and technological sophistication but sometimes results require revision. ■ Revision and secondary liposuction differ. Although much of the information in this chapter pertains to both procedures, the focus will be on secondary procedures.…
Synopsis ■ Incorporation of a diet and exercise program in conjunction with liposuction will allow patients to achieve their optimal shape and contour. Patients who do not adhere to diet and exercise are least happy with their results. ■ A…
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Access video and video lecture content for this chapter online at Elsevier eBooks+ Introduction This chapter represents a 28-year journey of hair transplantation practice, initially treating primarily cases of male pattern baldness and then expanding to other applications, such as…
Synopsis ■ Analysis: analyze the problem in thirds. ■ Endpoint: know what normal looks like, so you know your surgical endpoint. ■ Do not be destructive. Do not do anything to the ear that cannot be reversed. ■ Skin is…
Synopsis ■ Secondary rhinoplasty may be done to correct a complication, to correct an untoward result, or simply to pursue further improvement. ■ Secondary rhinoplasty is more difficult than primary. All measures to help the surgeon should be used, including…
Synopsis ■ A thorough history and physical examination are crucial. History of nasal trauma, prior surgery, airway complaints, and allergies are carefully recorded. ■ Three-dimensional evaluation, as well as cephalometric analysis of life-size photographs, is performed in order to evaluate…
Synopsis ■ Secondary nasal deformities are not limitless but group into three patterns that can be anticipated in the primary nose – therefore their solutions follow patterns. ■ The most common motivation for secondary surgery is an iatrogenic deformity from…
Synopsis ■ Accurate preoperative analysis and clinical diagnosis set the foundation for successful primary open rhinoplasty. ■ Open rhinoplasty allows anatomic exposure, identification, and correction of nasal deformities. ■ Component dorsal hump reduction and reconstitution of the dorsum allow accurate…
Synopsis ■ Surgery begins with a careful preoperative analysis utilizing standardized measurements. ■ All tissues including bone, cartilage, and soft tissue may contribute to any one measurement, e.g., nasal length. ■ Nasal anatomy is considered within the context of facial…