Recommendation for out of state rhinoplasty patients? Should I book lodgings within a certain distance of the office?

Hi @sweet_lavendar! This is a great question. A rhinoplasty in my opinion is one of the most difficult procedures to perform. In my practice, I utilize piezosurgery. Piezosurgery is a more gentle technique that allows for greater precision. Less bruising and swelling is common with Piezosurgery....

I believe your surgeon means that there's only so much you can do to improve a nose even if you are a great surgeon. Skin thickness, bone, and cartilage structure will determine the success of the surgery. We can only correct a nose to an extent that nature allows us. Changes and the success of...

Hi sweet_lavendar! I perform 1 rhinoplasty a day to make sure the nose is straight and all expectations are met. This way, I don't feet rushed and can provide excellent results for the patient.

Nostril symmetry after nostril tuck: nostril symmetry after nostril tuck is certainly a goal of any surgeon. Some may use instruments such as calipers to measure the amount of tissue to be removed on each side. Most surgeons also use a surgical pen to mark the size of the excision. Final...

How long does it take for dissolvable stitches in Rhinoplasty‘s to dissolve? there are different types of dissolvable stitches, and they take different times to dissolve. The mucosal incisions are usually closed with chronic catgut which takes one to two weeks to dissolve. Cartlidge graphs are u...

I typically prescribe my patients a short course of Norco for breakthrough pain. I do recommend taking narcotics with Colace since you can get constipated while taking narcotics. Please avoid alcohol and operating a vehicle while taking narcotic medication.