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Clinical Outcomes in Rib Removal Surgery for Waistline Reduction
Rib removal surgery represents the elimination of the last anatomic...
The Surgical Technique of Clavicular Osteotomies in Shoulder Width Reduction
Shoulder width reduction is done by shortening the length of the...
The shape and appearance of the forehead is highly influenced by...
Background: The evolution of rhinoplasty surgery over the past twenty years...
The submental approach is the most common method for placement of a one-piece custom jawline implant because it provides direct access to the chin and both mandibular body regions through a single, well-hidden incision beneath the chin through which the implant is introduced. It is particularly advantageous for large wraparound implants that extend from angle Read More…
A custom female forehead implant is designed to create a smoother, fuller, and more feminine forehead contour while preserving the natural aesthetic characteristics of the female upper face. Unlike a standard implant, it is custom-designed from a 3D CT scan to precisely match the patient’s skull anatomy and desired amount of augmentation. Key design concepts Read More…
One of the paradoxes of custom facial implants is that while they provide the most precise method of facial skeletal augmentation, they also have a higher revision rate than most standard cosmetic implant procedures and almost any other aesthetic facial surgery. Depending on the facial region and the surgeon’s experience, revision rates of 15–30% are not Read More…
Custom forehead implants in women are fundamentally different from those designed for men. The objective is not to create a prominent brow ridge, but rather to create a smooth, gently convex forehead with improved upper facial harmony while preserving feminine skeletal characteristics. The Ideal Female Forehead An aesthetically pleasing female forehead typically has several defining Read More…
Many patients seeking facial enhancement have deficiencies that extend beyond a weak jawline. While a custom jawline implant can create a stronger, more defined lower face, optimal facial balance often requires addressing the midface and perioral region as well. Combining a custom jawline implant with paranasal implants and corner of mouth lifts provides a comprehensive Read More…
Fat grafting and custom infraorbital implants are both used to improve the under-eye region, but they solve different problems. The choice depends on whether the deficiency is primarily soft tissue, bone, or a combination of both. Fat Grafting Fat grafting adds living tissue beneath the skin. Advantages Uses your own tissue. Soft, natural feel. Excellent Read More…
V line surgery is a very popular methof of reductive facial reshaping achievwed through mandibular bone removal. But like all forms of facial reshaping (augmentation or reduction) patients may later regret their decision and wish to partially or fully reverse it. Custom jawline implants are the only effective method to reliably and permanently reverse the Read More…
The biggest difference between an average male jaw and the kind of jawline seen on fashion models or actors is usually a combination of bone structure, body fat, muscle, and lighting, not one single feature. Here’s what people typically associate with an “ideal” male jawline: 1. Strong mandibular angle The angle where the jaw meets Read More…
One of the most common reasons for a request for a custom jawline implant is in the patient who has an existing standard chin implant. In most cases this is because they saw positive improvements from the chin implant and are either: trying to extend the benefits of the chin implant to the rest of Read More…
Stronger Structure. Lifted Tissues. Natural, Long-Lasting Results. Overview A custom jawline implant and deep plane facelift address two different causes of facial aging and contour deficiency: Custom Jawline Implant enhances the underlying skeletal framework. Deep Plane Facelift repositions descended facial soft tissues. Together, they create a stronger jawline, improved neck contour, and more comprehensive facial Read More…
Clinical Outcomes in Rib Removal Surgery for Waistline Reduction
Rib removal surgery represents the elimination of the last anatomic...
The Surgical Technique of Clavicular Osteotomies in Shoulder Width Reduction
Shoulder width reduction is done by shortening the length of the...
The shape and appearance of the forehead is highly influenced by...
Background: The evolution of rhinoplasty surgery over the past twenty years...