The purpose of facial aesthetic surgery is to improve the patient’s psychological well-being. To achieve this, the surgeon must understand the patient’s body image and their aesthetic and psychological expectations….
The increased demand for facial cosmetic surgery has come from a more diverse, informed, and selective patient population from all walks of life. Virtually no two patients have the same…
J. Regan Thomas, MD, Editor As facial plastic surgery technology, techniques, and approaches continue to evolve, it is of key importance to recognize that our patients and their needs are…
Forthcoming Issues Pediatric Facial Reconstruction Sherard S. Tatum, Editor Rhinoplasty: Contemporary Innovations Richard E. Davis, Editor Midface Rejuvenation Anthony P. Sclafani, Editor Recent Issues May 2014 Neck Rejuvenation Mark M….
Consulting Editor J. REGAN THOMAS, MD Mansueto Professor and Chairman, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois Editor J. REGAN THOMAS, MD Mansueto Professor…
Craniosynostosis, in which 1 or more cranial sutures prematurely fuse, is associated with diverse environmental and genetic factors. Whereas isolated single-suture synostosis is usually sporadic and nonfamilial, FGFR mutations account…
Microtia represents a spectrum of maldevelopment of the external ear. Reconstructive techniques may utilize an autogenous rib cartilage framework and require 2–4 stages; alternatively, an alloplastic framework can be used…
Numerous techniques and treatments have been described for scar revision, with most studies focusing on the adult population. A comprehensive review of the literature reveals a paucity of references related…
