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Head and neck surgeon or an otolaryngologist is a Doctor of Medicine specializing in the disorders of the neck and head. They are especially concerned with the disorders related to the nose, throat, and ears. Otolaryngologist over the years has expanded into other areas beyond the standard ear, nose, and throat.

It has begun to include subspecialization in neurotology, otology, sinus disease, rhinology, plastic surgery of the head and neck, pediatric otolaryngology, cancer and tumor surgery of the head and neck, allergic disorders of the upper respiratory system, and laryngology.

Board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides safe and proven head and neck surgery procedures to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations.

Function of an Otolaryngologist

A wide range of surgical procedures is performed by an otolaryngologist in the daily treatment of nose, ear, larynx, sinuses, pharynx, neck, oral cavity, salivary glands, thyroid, esophagus, and bronchial tubes. They also perform plastic surgery of the neck and head area.

Head and neck doctors that specialize in ear work can restore hearing using modernistic micro-surgery. Their surgical techniques can also help cure infection and disease while repairing birth deformities prevalent in the ear.

Many otolaryngologists using their extensive knowledge perform facial plastic surgery. They can reconstruct the ears, nose, facial area, and jaws for restoring appearance and functionality. Flaps, grafts, and man-made materials are used for solving problems that cannot be handled through conventional surgical methods.

They have techniques for using cosmetic surgery to enhance the shape and size of the ear and nose, face and brow lifts, wrinkle removal, chin, ear and nose augmentation, scar camouflaging, and hair transplantation.

Training of an otolaryngologist includes planning the surgery and treatment of benign cancer and tumors in the neck and head. They are also capable of performing reconstructive techniques for restoring function and form in such patients.

Cases such as nose bleeds, adenoidectomies, tonsillectomies, sinus disease and infected mastoids are routinely handled by otolaryngologists. They can also test hearing and diagnose the reason behind hearing loss. They can also treat communicative and speech disorders.

Performing Facial Plastic Surgery

Otolaryngologists or ENT specialists diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions involving the nose, face, ears, lips, and neck. Facial plastic surgery can be divided into reconstructive and cosmetic. Reconstructive cosmetic surgery helps in improving conditions present since birth. This includes birthmarks on the face, protruding ears, cleft palate or lip, and crooked smile.

Reconstructive surgery can also be used for improving appearance as a result of trauma, accidents, burns and previous surgery. In some cases, the surgery may be used for treating existing diseases such as skin cancer.

Cosmetic facial surgery is performed for enhancing visual facial appearance. Popular procedure includes eye lifts, face lifts, chin and cheek implants, rhinoplasty, correction of facial wrinkles, and liposuction. All ENT specialists are trained to handle such issues.

Facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for advanced and innovative head and neck surgery procedures.

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Head & Neck Surgery

Variety of problems can be addressed through a neck and head surgery. This includes sinus disorders, thyroid issues, and neck and head cancers. The surgery is sought by many patients for removing cancerous tissues and tumors in the head and neck. Reconstructive surgery is important for regaining natural appearance post cancer surgery.

Understanding Neck and Head Surgery

Head and neck surgeons are also called nose, ear and throat doctors or otolaryngologists. These are surgical specialists involved in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders that affect the neck and head. Otolaryngologist surgery differs as per the neck and head cancer. These cancers can affect salivary glands, sinuses, nasal cavity, larynx, tonsils, and throat.

Other conditions that can be treated through a neck and head surgery include:

Motion sickness
Intense dizziness
Pinched nerves
Upper spinal issues
Pressure on the spinal cord
Head and neck injuries
Chronic ear infections
Sinus pain
Sleep apnea
Snoring
Thyroid conditions
Jaw issues
Tonsil issues

Process of a Head and Neck Surgery

Head and neck surgeries are of various different types. These surgeries can be in the form of minimally invasive procedure for better recovery times. Your doctor will go over the procedure with you in detail during the initial consultation. You should get in touch with the doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

Understanding Facial Plastic Surgery

Our facial expressions are vital to interacting and communicating with each other. This makes facial plastic surgeries critical. Your appearance affects how other people perceive you. Some people are born with facial abnormalities such as birthmarks, cleft lips, and other birth defects while others may want to improve certain areas of their face. Facial plastic surgery can address several conditions, such as sun damage, aging effects, and previous facial trauma.

Types of Facial Plastic Surgery

The following facial plastic surgeries can be performed by a head and neck surgeon:

Septoplasty/ rhinoplasty: In this the cartilage and bone present on the inside and outside of the nose is reshaped and rebuilt for improved appearance and functioning
Blepharoplasty: Surgery on the lower and upper eyelids for improving functioning of the eyes and addressing issues such as drooping eyelids
Browlift: Surgery for improving droopy eyebrows and forehead wrinkles
Rhytidectomy: Surgery of the face and neck skin for removing excess wrinkles and tightening the skin
Liposuction: Surgery for removing excess chin fat and neck fat
Facial implants: Surgery for making certain facial structures well defined and prominent
Otoplasty: Surgery for reshaping the ear cartilage so that they protrude less
Skin surface procedures: Improving the smoothness of the skin through chemical peels, lasers, and dermabrasion
Facial reconstruction: Surgery for reconstructing defects in the facial skin from before an injury, surgery, or disease. This includes reconstruction following scar revision, cancer surgery, removal of birth marks, and repair of facial trauma among other items.