Synopsis ■ The reconstructive surgery for the lower extremity has evolved from a staged approach to proving best solutions for functional and cosmetic outcome. ■ This chapter covers the classical…

Synopsis ▪ Age-related changes occur in all layers of the face, including skin, superficial fat, SMAS, deep fat, and bone. ▪ Patients presenting for facial rejuvenation surgery are usually middle-aged…

Synopsis ▪ Macromastia, or mammary hypertrophy, is a disease process which can result in physical and psychological symptoms. ▪ Macromastia symptoms rarely improve without surgical intervention, which typically results in…

Synopsis ▪ Rigid chest wall support may be achieved with mesh, acellular dermal matrix, or autogenous material such as tensor fascia lata (TFL). Of these, alloplastic mesh is most prone…

Synopsis ▪ Always consider the defect when planning a flap. ▪ Assess availability and laxity of local tissue. ▪ Rob Peter to pay Paul but only if Peter can afford…

Synopsis ▪ Normal speech is the primary goal of cleft palate repair; minimizing effects of maxillary growth is also important but ultimately secondary. ▪ Cleft palate repair prior to 1…

Synopsis ▪ The teachings of John Converse, Nicholas Georgiade, and Reed Dingman provided the benchmark for an entire generation of surgeons in facial injury repair. ▪ The treatment concepts discussed…

Synopsis ■ Incorporation of a diet and exercise program in conjunction with liposuction will allow patients to achieve their optimal shape and contour. Patients who do not adhere to diet…

Synopsis Open rhino ■ Accurate preoperative analysis and clinical diagnosis set the foundation for successful primary open rhinoplasty. ■ Open rhinoplasty allows anatomic exposure, identification, and correction of nasal deformities….

Synopsis ▪ Analysis. Analyze the problem in thirds. ▪ Endpoint. Know what normal looks like, so you know your surgical endpoint. ▪ Do not be destructive. Do not do anything…