Head & Face Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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  • Brow lift

    I’m 75 years old with a high forehead. I had eyelid surgery done in 12/06. My right eyebrow droops significantly. Tried Botox with no correction...

    Did you get the forehead droop after surgery or injury? If yes, then it could still return and I would continue using botox/dysport on the side that...

  • Rhinoplasty

    I am 15 years old and I turn 16 in about 6 months. I have wanted a rhinoplasty for years. Is 15 too early to get the procedure done?

    In girls yes, in boys a bit longer. This could be done in summer when you have more time to recover. You also would need the OK from your parents. I...

  • Revision Otoplasty

    Dear Sir...

    Timing of revisions usually is beyond 3 months from any procedure but regardless, at this point you remain dissatisfied. Things that I would require...

  • How to fix facial assymetry

    I’m 20 and have a very assymetrical face. The left side is lower than the right. Also the jaw on the left side is stronger and wider, and the cheek...

    Without seeing photographs, facial x-rays, and examining you it would be impossible for me to give you an opinion. Having no idea to what degree you...

  • Surgery with mildly thickened aortic valve with no stenosis and LVH?

    I have had 2 normal stress tests, normal chest X-rays, and a normal echocardiogram a few months ago. My second/more recent echocardiogram is mostly...

    Surgical clearance is something determined by a physician. Have your primary doctor or cadiologist document your evaluation. Get a copy with a copy...

  • Chin Implant with Neck Liposuction

    I am scheduled for a chin implant (under-chin, silicone) with neck liposuction in December. I have some concerns about nerve damage. Is nerve...

    Some individuals have ‘sagging’ necks primarily due to fat accumulation below the jawbone (mandible). In some cases, liposuction alone can...

  • Endoscopic brow lift.

    How many endotines are used in an endoscopic brow lift? With the 5 cuts, how many endotines are used? 3 on top and 1 each temple or just the 3 on top?

    Thank you for your question

    Number of incisions varies for an endoscopic browlift and can range from 3-5

    I usually use a total of 5 incisions, 3 at

  • Uneven slanted chin from an accident

    I fell on ice when I was in middle school and now my chin is slanted and uneven; what would be the best way to fix that? Is the overprotecting side...

    All that you propose are possibilities. The only way to know is with an exam and direct consultation. Make sure you see a qualified plastic surgeon...

  • What can I do to recover from this deep plane face lift?

    What can I do to recover from this deep plane face lift...

    Thank you for submitting your question - recovery rates differ for each person and combination of procedures. Be sure to follow your surgeon's post...

  • Dysport & Juvederm Voluma injected under eyes before lower eyelid (Blepharoplasty) surgery

    Need a little help or advice... My plastic surgeon had injected Dysport & Juvederm Voluma under my eyes 3 weeks before my surgery and now it's not...

    Without an examination, it is difficult to know what could be causing your ongoing swelling. If you are 2 years post surgery and injections you...

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    Am I too obese for tummy tuck surgery? Since an emergency C-section from my pregnancy, my stomach is more low hanging than ever. I have muscle...

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