Injectables in the Nose
Nasal injectables and surface treatments alter the appearance of the nose both primarily and following nasal surgery. Fillers such as hyaluronic acids, calcium hydroxyapatite, and fat have a variety of…
Facial Transplantation
Reconstruction of severe facial deformities poses a unique surgical challenge: restoring the aesthetic form and function of the face. Facial transplantation has emerged over the last decade as an option…
Facelift Controversies
The primary purpose of the facelift is to restore the shape, volume, and contours of the youthful face. Facelift surgery has evolved over the years into multiple techniques to accomplish…
Antibiotic Use in Facial Plastic Surgery
Prophylactic antibiotic use in facial plastic surgery is a highly controversial topic primarily due to the lack of evidence in support of or against antibiotic use. In this section the…
Controversies in Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision rhinoplasty is a complex operation with many variables that may influence the final esthetic and functional outcome of the procedure. Cartilage forms the structural framework of the lower two-thirds…
Primary Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is inherently a difficult procedure given the complexity of its structure and the functional and aesthetic impact of this anatomy. This report explores some of the remaining questions regarding…
Measuring Nasal Obstruction
The nose and the nasal airway is highly complex with intricate 3-dimensional anatomy, with multiple functions in respiration and filtration of the respired air. Nasal airway obstruction (NAO) is a…
Postoperative Controversies in the Management of Free Flap Surgery in the Head and Neck
Free tissue transfer is the gold standard for reconstructing head and neck defects. Free flap success approaches 95% in centers with experience, affording unparalleled ability to restore form and function…
Controversies in the Management of the Trauma Patient
Facial trauma is a significant cause of morbidity in the United States. Despite the large volume of trauma surgeries at most academic institutions, there is still controversy regarding management of…
Controversies in Contemporary Facial Reanimation
Facial palsy is a devastating condition with profound functional, aesthetic, and psychosocial implications. Although the complexity of facial expression and intricate synergy of facial mimetic muscles are difficult to restore,…
