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Question: Since my revision rhinoplasty, I’m very happy with the results except for an indented scar on my columella. Surgery was a year ago. Is there anything that can be done to minimize the scar? Answer: It is very difficult to answer this question without being able to visualize the scar. One option may be […]

Question: I am an African American female and I feel that the tip of my nose is too wide. Can a rhinoplasty narrow the tip of my nose? Will there be scarring? Answer: Rhinoplasty is commonly performed to narrow the tip of the nose. This can be done through an open approach by making a […]

Question: What is buccal fat removal? Answer: Buccal fat removal is the removal of a fat pad in the middle of the cheek that can make a rounded face look a bit less round or create the impression of a dimple. This is a simple procedure that can be done under local anesthesia from an […]

Question: What happens if there is not enough septum cartilage when a graft is needed in a rhinoplasty? Answer: In this case, cartilage can be obtained from the ear if a small amount is needed. If a larger or more rigid amount is needed, in the case of significant reconstruction, then rib cartilage or preserved […]

Question: What are the advantages to having a closed rhinoplasty as opposed to an open one? Answer: With a closed rhinoplasty there is no visible external scar, although typically, the small incision placed under the nose at the columella during an open approach is well hidden once healed. One approach may be optimal over the […]

Question: I am 18 years old and have bad acne. Should I discontinue use of my topical medicine before having a nose job? If so, when can I resume my treatment after the surgery? Answer: Certain topical medications such as Differin and Retin A can cause skin irritation and inflammation. These can be used on […]

Question: Are there any medications that you need to stop taking before getting a hair transplant? Answer: Any medication which is known to increase risk of bleeding should be stopped prior to hair transplantation. The usual suspects are medications such as NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications- aspirin, motrin, ibuprofen, etc.), coumadin, plavix, fish oil, ginkgo biloba, […]

Question: You always hear about donor hair being taken from the back of the scalp. But is it possible to take it from the side of the head instead? What are the pros and cons of this? Answer: Grafts can certainly be taken from the side of the head above the ears if necessary. It […]

Question: I’m considering a hair transplant but I really cannot take too much time off from work and I don’t really want everyone knowing that I’ve had a transplant. Are there some techniques that involve a shorter recovery so I can return to work sooner? Or is there any way to disguise the fact that […]

Question: When shock loss occurs after a hair transplant, is it the newly transplanted hairs that are lost or those already present and natural to the site? Is the loss ever permanent? Answer: Typically shock loss takes place with the newly transplanted hairs and new growth is expected after 3-4 months. The expected “take” of […]