Adverse reactions and unintended effects can occasionally occur with toxins for cosmetic use, even although they generally have an outstanding safety profile. As the use of fillers becomes increasingly more…
Prominent ears are a fairly common and emotionally charged facial variation. Both children and adults may suffer a damaged psyche secondary to outside ridicule and self-criticism from ears that “stick…
This article provides a concise description of common complications of rhinoplasty, recommendations for avoidance, and corrective techniques. The surgeon must have a comprehensive understanding of nasal anatomy and effects of…
The goal of this article is to enhance the surgical precision and accuracy of surgeons performing upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty. The most common blepharoplasty complications are described and how…
Complications and prevention of complications in brow lift are presented. A discussion of anatomic features of the brow introduces the article in keeping with the focus that a thorough understanding…
This article reviews common complications encountered in the setting of facial trauma. Many complications are the result of the primary injury, and a facial plastic surgeon should be able to…
Local flaps are a common reconstructive technique of the head and neck. Consequently, knowledge of fundamental concepts and pitfalls to avoid will reduce surgical complications. These complications result from tension-related,…
Lasers, injectable fillers, and neurotoxins are widely used in facial restoration and rejuvenation by a variety of practitioners. Although they are less invasive than traditional surgical modalities, they still carry…
This article reviews some basic principles of patient selection for facial plastic surgery. There are patients who are not good candidates, independent of the deformity and the ability of the…
Although office-based anesthesia for facial cosmetic surgery remains remarkably safe, no anesthesia or sedation performed outside the operating room should be considered minor. Proper organization, preparation, and patient selection, close…
