An obstructed nasal airway is a common occurrence. Often, the obstructed nasal airway can be improved with the same or similar maneuvers that improve the appearance of the nose. The path to nasal inflow is often regulated by both the external and internal nasal valve. By supporting or increasing the airway beneath the external or internal nasal valves can dramatically…
Patients often have questions after surgery on how to best manage their scars after a breast augmentation surgery. I typically tell patients that for the first 4-6 weeks after surgery, just let your body heal. Steri-strips are typically placed on the incision for two to three weeks. After three weeks the steri-strips are removed. It is important not to put…
There are three different incision choices for placing the breast implant. The implant can be placed through the breast crease, through the areola, or through the armpit. Each incision choice has different advantages. The armpit is a great choice, although I tell patients that this is best if patients have relatively symmetric breasts that don’t require changes to the base…
Breast augmentation is a popular procedure with a high rate of satisfaction. There are many different implant sizes that can produce a great result for each patient. I find that often a more natural result can be the best and most satisfying for the patient. The natural look often allows a breast augmentation to be concealed well in clothes by…
