Cosmetic Procedures

Blepharoplasty (Eyelids, Eye Bags, Eyelid fold)
Blepharoplasty is a series of various operations for reshaping the eyelids for both cosmetic and functional problems (to improve vision problems). This involves the removal of excess skin, fat and muscle from around the eyes to correct droopy upper eyelids, protruding eyebags of the lower eyelids, or to create an upper eyelid fold (to westernize slit eyes). It can be performed on the upper lids and lower lids, at the same time or separately. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis and it takes around 30 to 45 minutes per eyelid surgery, under local anesthesia, with or without sedation.

Rhinoplasty (Nose Lift, Nose Trimming, Nose Reduction)
This is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures and may involve the following techniques, done singly or in combination: nasal bridge augmentation or reduction (changes the shape of the bridge of the nose), nasal tip augmentation or reduction (changes the shape of the tip, change the angle between nose and upper lip) and alar plasty (reduction of width of the nasal base, narrows the span of the nostrils).

Chin Augmentation
This ia a procedure that is used to correct a weak chin due to heredity, age-related bone resorption or facial trauma, resulting in better balance of the facial structure and a more attractive look. A weak chin can make the nose appear larger and may also give the appearance of a 'fleshy' neck. Chin Augmentation is most frequently done by placing a small implant over the area of the chin that would benefit from enhancement. An outpatient procedure, the incisions used are frequently placed inside the mouth to leave no visible scars.

Rhytidectomy (Face Lift)
This is done for the removal of skin wrinkles of the face, loose and sagging skin, and correction of prominent skin folds. Most surgeons agree that the best time for the first facial plastic surgery is whenever it is needed. In most instances, this is between the ages of 45 and 55, when the telltale signs of age usually first appear. This procedure can be done either on an outpatient basis or with hospital confinement, depending on the patient's preference. The length of the operation varies from 2 to 5 hours, under local anesthesia with sedation.

Otoplasty (Ear Surgery, Ear Pinning)
Includes surgery to refine or reshape deformed ears, pin back protruding ears, or correct the size or placement of ears to make the ears more proportional to the size and shape of the head and face.

Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
Women may have their breast size increased by undergoing this procedure which involves placing a soft breast implant containing either silicone gel or saline (salt-water) solution underneath the normal breast. This procedure can be done either on an outpatient basis or with hospital confinement, depending on the patient's preference. The length of the operation varies from 2 to 5 hours, under local anesthesia with sedation.

Breast Mastopexy (Breast Lift)
Women with sagging breasts can have their breasts lifted to their previous position. Mastopexy involves the excision of sagging breast skin. This procedure can be done either on an outpatient basis or with hospital confinement, depending on the patient's preference. The length of the operation varies from 2 to 5 hours, under local anesthesia with sedation.

Breast Reduction

Female
This procedure involves the excision of breast tissue and skin to reduce the size of a woman's breasts. The length of the operation varies from 2 to 5 hours, under general anesthesia, with patient confined for a few days in the hospital.

Male
This procedure to correct abnormally large breasts in males (gynecomastia) may be done by liposuction of breast tissue or by excision of breast tissue and skin to reduce the size of a man's breasts. The length of the operation varies from 1 to 2 hours, usually on an outpatient basis.

Liposuction of Abdomen
The surgical suctioning or vacuuming of fat from beneath the surface of the skin. It is an excellent method of spot reduction for the abdomen and waist. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis. The length of the operation varies from 2 to 6 hours, under local tumescent anesthesia, with or without sedation.

Liposculpture of Hips & Abdomen
The surgical suctioning or vacuuming of fat from beneath the surface of the skin. It is used to reduce fullness in any area of the body. It is an excellent method of spot reduction but is not an effective method of weight loss. Liposuction may be used for contouring any of the following areas: cheeks, jowls and neck; upper arms; breast or chest areas; abdomen and waist; hips and buttocks; inner and outer thighs; inner knees; calves and ankles. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis. The length of the operation varies from 2 to 5 hours, under local tumescent anesthesia, with or without sedation.

Tummy Tuck (Lipectomy)
Surgical removal of excess skin and fat of the abdominal area can produce a flatter abdomen and a smaller waistline. This is an in-patient hospital procedure which takes from 2 to 6 hours under general anesthesia. Patient stays in the hospital from 5 to 7 days.

Scar Revision

Dermabration
This surgical procedure is used to improve the appearance of acne scarred skin. It involves sanding off the first few layers of skin with a hand held tool, resulting in the eventual growth of a new layer of smooth skin. It usually takes around one hour to perform, usually done as an outpatient procedure.

Chemical Peel
This procedure can effectively improve a wide variety of skin conditions including fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, freckles, unsightly blemishes, uneven pigmentation, shallow acne scars, and sun-damaged skin. Although it cannot remove all facial flaws, it usually results in a smoother, younger, tighter, fresher and more even toned textured skin. Deeper lines, wrinkles, scars and other flaws may require additional treatments or techniques.

Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Procedures

Botox
This can be used for a variety of conditions such as crow's feet, frown lines, forehead wrinkles, jaw muscle hypertrophy, excessive armpit sweating, and calf muscle hypertrophy.

Aptos
This is a non-surgical approach to facial lifting. This alternative procedure is ideal for patients who would like a more conservative and minimally invasive procedure to rejuvenate the face. It has a shorter recovery period and facial swelling usually subsides within a week, as compared to 3 weeks for the usual facelift surgery.

Fillers (Restylane)
A soft tissue filler made of hyaluronic acid that is used to restore volume and fullness to the skin to minimize facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds.

Wire Scalpel

Mesotherapy
This is a noninvasive procedure that involves injecting a variety of medications, vitamins, anti-oxidants, plant extracts, and other substances which are absorbed by the mesodermal, or middle layer. These formulas have been known to be helpful for spot weight reduction, cellulite reduction and for improving skin tone and decreasing wrinkles when given repeatedly over a period of time.

Reconstructive Procedures

Cleft Lip

Cleft Palate

Wound Coverage

Skin Grafting

Skin Flaps

Hypospadias