19 Facial Fractures
Russell Walther, Luke Pearson, Sushmita Mittal and Dhruv Singhal Abstract This chapter offers a concise discussion of fracture types, surgical management, and areas of concern for each type of fracture…
General Surgery
20 Rhinoplasty
Geo N. Tabbal and Alan Matarasso Abstract “Rhinoplasty” covers the spectrum of issues related to the aesthetic and functional components of nose plastic surgery. Factors that influence overall outcome—including patient…
18 Nasal Reconstruction
Patrick J. Buchanan, William J. Campbell and Bruce A. Mast Abstract This chapter assists in understanding the anatomy of normal noses and defects requiring reconstruction. A critical issue in nose…
23 Facial Rejuvenation with Injectables
Lynn A. Damitz Abstract This chapter covers the subject of botulinum toxins and the different classes of fillers—collagen, hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, poly-L-lactic acid, permanent fillers, liquid injectable silicone—available for…
16 Nevi and Vascular Malformations
Christopher J.M. Brooks Abstract This chapter discusses the salient considerations involved in determining the status and treatment of nevi (moles) and vascular malformations. The ABCDE criteria for screening nevi and…
15 Ear Reconstruction and Otoplasty
Stephanie Suprenant, Rustin Sanchez, Timothy W. King Abstract This chapter examines the anatomy of the ear and suggests treatment options when there are significant variations or deformities in development, size,…
14 Craniosynostosis
Jessica A. Ching and John H. Phillips Abstract Craniosynostosis refers to the premature fusion of one or more cranial sutures. This often results in characteristic cranial distortions in infancy that…
13 Cleft Palate Repair by Double Opposing Z-Plasty
Leonard T. Furlow Jr. Abstract This chapter is a careful discussion of the function of the palate in normal speech and of the problems caused by cleft palate. After surveying…
12 Cleft Lip Deformity
Ashley K. Lentz Abstract Cleft lip deformity not only involves physical distortion, but even more, it commonly carries with it emotional, psychological, and social scarring. For these reasons, surgical intervention…
11 Pressure Ulcers
Noah H. Prince, Rachel Cohen-Shohet and Bruce A. Mast Abstract Pressure ulcers are a major concern in patient care. Left untreated, pressure ulcers can turn into pressure wounds that not…
