Functional rhinoplasty can address physical abnormalities in the nose that can impact breathing, such as those caused by congenital defects. In addition, functional nose surgery can treat the effects of physical trauma as well.

The nose surgeon will reshape and reposition the nasal bones and cartilage to help the patient attain the nasal contours that will enable them to breathe properly and feel more self-confident.

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

Correcting a Deviated Septum

A deviated septum develops or moves to one side of the nasal cavity instead of bifurcating it into two equal airways. The septum can bend to one side creating an S-shape or bow out into a C-shape. Regardless of the type of deviation, a deviated septum can obstruct airflow gradually damaging the delicate tissues of the nose.

The surgeon may reshape the bony upper portion of the septum or the cartilaginous lower portion depending on where the septum has deviated.

Some patients experience a condition known as caudal septal deviation where the septum moves off the anterior nasal spine.

The surgeon can address this shift in the septum by realigning its base on the anterior nasal spine.

Enlarged Turbinates

Rhinoplasty is also an effective treatment for enlarged turbinates. Turbinates are long, narrow bones that project outwards from either side of the nasal cavity which ends in tiny, curled, knob-like shapes.

The nose has three sets of turbinates:

• Superior Turbinates: These are located high within the nose between the eyes.
• Middle Turbinates: These are situated in the middle portion of the nose
• Inferior Turbinates: These turbinates end just above the nostril line.

Turbinates humidify air when a person inhales as soft tissue covers the turbinates.

Turbinate rhinoplasty can effectively treat turbinates that may have become inflamed due to allergies and other irritants. Sometimes one turbinate may contract as the septum pushes it to one side. Consequently, the turbinate in the opposite nasal airway grows larger to compensate for the constricted turbinate. This further impedes the breathing process.

Nasal Polyps

Similar to enlarged turbinates, nasal polyps are usually associated with irritation and allergies. Nasal polyps are harmless growths that develop within the nasal airways and appear as soft, jelly-like bulbs.

The surgeon will use a snare instrument to reach within the nose and cautiously excise the polyps.

Nasal polyps, unfortunately, have a tendency to grow back. Therefore, patients with this condition should take allergy meds as well.

Nasal Fractures

Various types of nasal fractures may warrant different types of osteotomy (the practice of rejoining and resetting bones). If left untreated, these fractures can obstruct breathing and lead to a misshapen or crooked nose.

Fractures can develop anywhere along the nasal “bony pyramid” which is the pyramid-like bony structure of the nose projecting outward from the face.

Greenstick fractures may develop along the sides of the nasal bones. They commonly occur in children as their bones are still developing and are much more pliable than adult bones. Consequently, greenstick fractures are usually incomplete breaks instead of completely broken bones.

The saddle deformity is a more severe type of fracture. The nasal bridge and septum break down in this condition and become depressed toward the face leading to the development of a saddle-like shape that is noticeable when viewing the face in profile.

Facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery.
For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

Following liposuction, the new facial contours will be more or less permanent.

However, if the patient gains a moderate amount of body weight (less than 10 pounds) their new facial appearance will not be drastically changed. They would simply be a slightly larger version of their new shape.

As long as the patient does not gain an excessive amount of body weight after liposuction, their newly sculpted silhouette will remain unchanged.

However, the aging clock will keep ticking and the normal changes expected in the body shape with age will continue to occur. Nevertheless, the improvements achieved with facial liposuction will still be apparent.

Successful board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides facial liposuction to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations across the Southern Californian landscape.

How Changes in Body Weight Affect the Figure

Liposuction is a fat loss procedure, and should not be mistaken for a weight loss surgery. The best results with liposuction are seen in patients who have a moderate body weight, and are not excessively overweight or obese.

Ideal candidates for liposuction will remain committed to maintaining their body weight even after the surgery, and will follow a balanced diet and regular exercise regimen.

The more weight a person gains after liposuction surgery, the less conspicuous their results of liposuction will be. Patients should ideally weigh less after liposuction by at least the amount equivalent to the weight of fat removed.

In other words, a patient with an original body weight of 140 pounds, who reduced 6 pounds of fat with liposuction, should ideally weigh about 134 pounds after the surgery. On the other hand, if the patient gains 6 pounds and weighs 140 pounds within a few months after liposuction, the cosmetic outcome will be a wash but at least they would possibly look more appealing for a short while.

If the patient were to gain an additional 16 pounds to weigh 150 pounds after liposuction, the overall results would be considerably compromised. If the candidate lacks the commitment to maintain a decent body weight after liposuction, they may be better off if they avoid the surgery altogether.

Fat Accumulation after Post-Lipo Weight Gain

If after liposuction surgery, a patient gains a significant amount of body weight (at least 10 pounds or more), then the new fat generation is likely, and it must go in certain body parts. The new fat will usually accumulate in various areas of the body in proportion to the number of fat cells in each area.

As a result, the areas where fat cells have been reduced due to liposuction, the new accumulation of fat will be relatively lesser. However, areas that were not treated by liposuction will receive larger fat deposits.

For instance, if the patient gains weight after liposuction of the abdomen, outer thighs and hips, more of the new fat will be distributed to other areas, such as the back, upper arms, breasts, neck, face, and legs.

Maintaining Body Weight after Liposuction

The surgeon will guide the patient about following a balanced diet and a regular exercise regimen after liposuction. In the first one to two weeks, the patient should only perform short walks to improve blood circulation. For the next two to three weeks, they can progressively increase their activity and exercise, but without straining the incisions.

Once the incisions are fully healed in about a month, the patient can resume more vigorous exercises. They should choose a diet rich in fiber, veggies, and fruit, while avoiding processed foods and saturated fats as far as possible.

A healthy diet, daily exercise, and resisting a sedentary lifestyle after liposuction should enable the patient to enjoy their new pleasing body contours for a long time to come.

Compassionate facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and other towns and neighborhoods in this region of California for facial liposuction.
For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

Most patients will not experience a re-growth in fat cells after undergoing facial liposuction cosmetic surgery. If the patient maintains a normal body weight after liposuction, or even puts on a moderate amount of weight over time, the body will not produce new fat cells.

The adult body does not generate new fat cells. This means that liposuction offers a permanent fat loss solution to patients. Once the fat cells in a specific area are eliminated, they cannot grow back.

Judicious board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides facial liposuction to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations in this region of SoCal.

Fat Cell Growth with Significant Weight Gain

If the patient gains a moderate amount of weight over the years after their liposuction procedure, their remaining fat cells in the treated sites will merely grow larger by holding more fat within the existing cells membranes.

But if the patient gains a significant amount of weight (ten percent of the body weight or more), there can be new fat cell production in various areas of the body. These sites may include areas already treated with liposuction surgery as well.

Upon gaining a relatively substantial amount of body weight, an adult body will experience a rise in the number of fat cells (lipocytes). These cells develop from the existing pleuripotential connective tissue cells through a process known as differentiation. This process initially converts the existing connective tissue cells into immature fat cells (lipoblasts).

After that, the lipoblasts will slowly develop into mature fat cells as the patient puts on weight progressively. But relatively lesser amounts of fat will accumulate in the liposuction treated areas in comparison to other parts of the body.

Therefore, the patient may still enjoy the body contouring advantages of liposuction cosmetic surgery to a certain extent, even with significant weight gain.

Safe Volume of Fat Cell Reduction with Liposuction

In a single treatment session, the safe fat removal limit with liposuction could range between six to eight pounds (around three to four liters). This could differ slightly depending on the patient’s body weight, health, fat deposit accumulation, and other variables.

The removal of more fat in a single session may present higher risks for the patient. If a patient requires more fat removal beyond six to eight pounds, the surgeon may choose to perform the liposuction in two or more sessions. Every session would be undertaken as separate liposuction surgery.

Aesthetic Limitations with Excessive Fat Removal

Excessive fat removal also increases the risk of developing sagging skin, dimpling, and folds in the treated sites, apart from the health risks. The presence of stubborn fat deposits in a specific area for an extended period can lead to the permanent stretching of the skin as well as elasticity loss.

A significant amount of fat removal in particular causes the site to deflate and the skin to sag. Such patients would require a combination of liposuction and a lower body lift, abdominoplasty, or breast lift, depending on the treatment area.

Reliable facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas across the horizon for liposuction.
For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

Liposuction has continued to rank among the most popular procedures in the US for almost three decades. This cosmetic surgery procedure is designed to enhance body contours in the treatment sites by removing excess fatty pockets which are resistant to diet or exercise.

Many patients are usually concerned about whether liposuction can help them lose weight. The patient should openly ask such questions during the pre-op consultation to be able to make a well-considered decision after thoroughly understanding what liposuctions surgery can and cannot do for them.

A committed surgeon will offer the patient accurate and clear information on these issues to enable them to make the correct choice.

Board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides liposuction to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations.

Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss Procedures

Several patients do not have clarity on the difference between fat loss and weight loss procedure and believe that the two are synonymous. But a fat loss procedure is meant to remove undesirable and exercise and diet-resistant fat cells in specific areas of the body. Such procedures can address unattractive bulges which may be impacting the overall appearance of the body.

Conversely, a weight loss procedure is meant for overweight or obese patients who may be experiencing medical issues such as hypertension or diabetes due to their excessive weight. Bariatric surgery is a proven medical procedure designed for individuals seeking to reduce a large amount of body weight.

In comparison to bariatric surgery, liposuction is a fat loss procedure that can be performed on one or more body sites to enhance contours. New developments in technology have now made lipo surgery less invasive than ever before. Also, liposuction does not require the patient to follow a major diet plan, unlike weight loss procedures.  

Liposuction Makes You Look Slimmer  

Liposuction cosmetic surgery is aimed at improving the contours of the body through fat removal. However, it is not meant to achieve weight loss.

While it may be relatively easier to lose weight through diet and exercise, stubborn fatty pockets in specific areas are more challenging to eliminate even if the patient follows a strict diet and exercise plan.

Liposuction surgery can make a patient appear naturally slimmer.

Fat Loss is Permanent

Patients should not expect liposuction to bring about dramatic body weight reduction. However, they can be assured of permanent fat loss. The adult body cannot re-grow fat cells once they have been removed. Upon gaining weight in the future, the patient’s body may appear as a larger version of their post-lipo figure.

This may occur as the fat cells that remain in the body will grow if the body weight increases. Patients should follow a healthy diet and exercise regiment to sustain the outcomes of liposuction in the long run.

Experienced facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for liposuction.
For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

After facial liposuction cosmetic surgery, the new face shape will be more or less permanent. In case the patient gains a moderate amount of weight on their face after the procedure, their face will simply become a slightly larger version of their new facial shape.

Caring board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides facial liposuction to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding communities in this section of The Golden State.

Permanent Facial Fat Cell Reduction

Liposuction presents the advantage that once the fat cells eliminated with this procedure, they will not re-grow. The human body typically does not generate any new fat cells after puberty, even when a person gains a moderate amount of weight. The fat cells that are removed with lipo will be gone for good.

Until the patient does not gain an excessive amount of weight, their new, sculpted shape of the face attained with liposuction will be permanent. But the patient should be aware that the fat cells that remain in the face after facial liposuction can grow more substantial in size if they put on significant body weight.

Patients should also understand that nature will take its own course and aging will occur over time to cause normal changes in the facial shape. However, they can be assured that the aesthetic advantages of lipo will always sustain as long as they stick to a balanced diet and regular exercise regimen.

Pregnancy Effects after a Liposuction Surgery

Some women may want to understand how a future pregnancy will impact the outcomes of their liposuction. In a majority of cases, patients can feel assured that a future pregnancy will not adversely impact the body contouring results attained through liposuction cosmetic surgery.

In case a woman becomes pregnant and puts on weight after liposuction surgery, and subsequently loses the weight after childbirth, the original results of the lipo surgery will return. In most cases, she will appear as if she has not undergone pregnancy after liposuction.

But female candidates for liposuction should understand that they should ideally seek to undergo a plastic surgery procedure when they do not intend to conceive again.

The pregnancy can lead to cellulite, stretch marks, and loose skin in various areas of the body. However, these cosmetic concerns are unrelated to liposuction surgery.

Facial liposuction can reduce fatty deposits and contour the face to enhance a person’s appearance. However, it does not have a significant effect on the skin texture quality, cellulite or stretch marks, or loose skin.

Liposuction following Final Pregnancy

At times, a woman may develop stubborn fatty deposits in the abdominal region because of multiple pregnancies. In case a candidate chooses to undergo lipo after her final pregnancy, she can expect dramatic enhancements in the shape of the abdomen.

Several patients may be able to avoid an abdominoplasty with liposuction. A tummy tuck is more invasive in comparison to lipo.

When do the Results become Visible?

Most liposuction patients will be able to accomplish 90 percent of their final lipo results in around three months following the surgery.

The post-op inflammation will resolve gradually in a few months depending on the extent of the procedure and the type of lipo technique employed. The patient can enjoy the final outcomes of their liposuction after the inflammation resolves completely.

Accomplished facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and other suburbs and cities in this part of the southwest for facial liposuction.
For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

Scar revision cosmetic surgery can help improve or mitigate the appearance of scars. In addition, the procedure can help restore function and address any disfigurement (changes in the skin) due to a wound, injury, improper healing, or past surgery.

Prudent board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Eric Yavrouian provides scar revision to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and other towns and cities in this region of The Golden State.

Factors Affecting Scarring

Scar tissue develops as skin recovers following an injury such as an accident or surgical procedure.

The extent of the scarring depends on the following factors:

• Depth, size, and location of the wound
• The patient’s age
• Skin attributes such as pigmentation (color)

The scope of the surgery will depend on whether the scar revision will be carried out with the patient awake (local anesthetic), sleeping (under sedation) or deep sleep and painless (general anesthesia).

Ideal Time to Undergo Scar Revision

As scars age, they shrink and become less visible. The patient may need to wait to undergo surgery until the scar lightens. This waiting period can last for many months or up to one year after the wound heals. It is ideal to receive revision surgery for some scars 60 to 90 days after the scar heals. Every scar has different characteristics.

Need for Scar Revision Surgery

Scar revision cosmetic surgery may help correct the following conditions:

• A keloid which refers to an abnormal scar that is dense and of a different texture and color from the surrounding healthy skin. Keloids project beyond the periphery of the wound and may recur. They usually appear dense and puckered resembling a tumor. A surgeon usually removes keloids at the site where they connect to the healthy tissue.
• A scar that develops at an angle to the skin’s normal tension lines.
• A thickened scar.
• A scar creating disfigurement of other features and interfering with normal function or motion.

Scar Revision Treatments

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion involves eliminating the topmost layers of the skin using a specialized wire brush known as a burr or fraise. Healthy skin grows over this site. Patients can routinely undergo dermabrasion treatments to mitigate skin aberrations and soften its surface.

Laser

The patient may undergo laser treatment to soften the scar’s surface and promote the growth of fresh collagen within the scar.

Flap Surgery

In case of significant injuries such as burns, the patient may lose a substantial area of skin and develop hypertrophic scars. Such scars can limit the movement of joints, muscles, and tendons (contracture). The patient may benefit from the removal of excess scar tissue through a surgical procedure.

This procedure may involve a series of tiny incisions (cuts) on either side of the scar creating V-shaped skin flaps (Z-plasty). Consequently, the scar will appear less noticeable as Z-plasty may help the scar adhere more closely to the natural folds of the skin and release its tightness.

Grafting

In this procedure, the surgeon takes a thin skin layer from another body area and places it over the injured site. The grafting surgery involves shifting the full thickness of fat, skin, blood vessels, nerves, and muscle from a healthy body area to the site of the injury.

The patient undergoes these techniques when they have lost a significant amount of skin due to injury, when a thin scar does not heal, and when improved function as opposed to enhanced appearance is the main objective.

Experienced facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for scar revision.

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

A majority of children experience unilateral microtia (only on one side). But it can also be bilateral (on both sides). Microtia usually involves only the external ear but may render hearing and determining the direction of sounds challenging.

Reliable board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides solutions for microtia repair to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and other suburbs and towns in this part of California.

Surgically Improving a Child’s Hearing

Atresia repair or canaloplasty is a surgical option to create an ear canal and eardrum. The child can undergo a middle ear CT scan at age two and a half to establish their candidacy for this procedure.

Since most microtia patients have normal inner ears, around 60 percent of kids with aural atresia can experience dramatic improvements in hearing with a canal and eardrum reconstruction procedure. The child must be three years or older to undergo this surgery.

Treatments

Silicon Ear Prosthetic

The patient can achieve an ear appearance very close to a natural ear with a prosthetic ear. A specialist known as a prosthodontist creates the prosthesis. The ear prostheses can be attached via two methods.

The first method involves using glue to attach the ear prostheses. Titanium implants are used in the second approach. These implants are placed onto the bone surrounding the ear and then snapped into position (known as an osteo-integrated prosthesis).

Benefits

• Very natural ear appearance
• A simpler procedure with less risk in comparison to reconstruction surgery
• Alternative for patients who are not suitable candidates for surgery

Rib Cartilage Reconstruction

For over 50 years, surgeons have used a child’s rib cartilage to fashion an ear structure as a standard procedure. However, this procedure is invasive requiring two to five surgeries. Furthermore, rib cartilage-based ear reconstruction requires the child to have enough cartilage to develop an adult-sized ear, usually between seven and ten years of age.

The surgeon will remove several ribs through an incision on the child’s chest. Then this cartilage is used to develop an ear framework. The surgeon will bury this framework under the scalp.

Afterward, when the ear heals, the patient will need more surgeries to complete the ear reconstruction. These will involve lifting the ear away from the scalp, earlobe repositioning, and other modifications.

Benefits

• Utilizes the body’s own tissue
• An experienced surgeon can offer the patient sustainable and excellent outcomes
• The reconstructed ear is sturdy and can usually withstand vigorous sports activities

MEDPOR Ear Reconstruction

MEDPOR ear reconstruction typically starts at age three. In case only one ear is involved, this technique can be customized to match the natural ear. However, a slightly bigger ear is developed so that it will be adult-sized. The surgeon then uses the patient’s own tissue (flap) to cover the framework. This flap is brought down as a delicate “living membrane” from beneath the scalp.

Most patients require only one surgery for ear reconstruction. The patient can undergo atresia repair before or after MEDPOR. It is also possible to undergo a combined one stage reconstruction of microtia and canal surgery via MEDPOR.

Accomplished facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas in this part of the state for microtia repair.

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

Facial and head and neck injuries can occur due to motor accidents, sports, and work-related injuries, as well as cancer removal. While such injuries can be traumatic, the damage sustained can often be corrected with facial reconstruction surgery.

Board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides solutions for facial trauma to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations.

Fracture Reconstruction

Plastic surgeons can treat and repair complex injuries to the face, including facial fractures. Some common causes of facial fractures are as follows:

• car and motorcycle crashes
• assaults
• recreational activities such as skiing, and skateboarding
• other injuries

Other injuries can also lead to complex facial fractures. Therefore, it is vital for the patient to undergo treatment at a facility that specializes in treating traumatic injuries. Receiving treatment at a specialized hospital is usually the most effective approach to managing facial fractures.

Traumatic facial injuries and fractures can lead to functional issues impacting the way the face works. Untreated facial fractures can cause the following:

• problems in chewing
• double vision
• nasal airway obstruction
• misaligned teeth

Plastic surgeons specialize in assessing and treating complex facial injuries, both in terms of appearance and function. The treatment of facial fractures involves the placement of incisions enabling the damaged facial bones to heal.

Surgeons employ special surgical techniques to cause minimal scarring from the incisions. The surgeon may also use tiny titanium or steel plates, screws, and wires to stabilize the bones offering support to the healing process.

Head and Neck Reconstruction

Head and neck injuries can be discouraging since they are not visible to others. Patients experiencing tumors, infections, diseases, or congenital abnormalities may consider reconstruction for this reason.

Reconstructive procedures on the head and neck can be undertaken by a plastic surgeon. These procedures include:

Tumor Removal and Reconstruction—Cutting Out (Extirpation) of Tumors

Tumor removal may prompt many patients to consider reconstructive surgery for restoring the appearance of the treated area.

The restoration of the site where the tumor was excised can offer functional and aesthetic improvements to the head and neck. The specialist will recommend the most suitable reconstructive procedure for patients considering restoration following tumor removal.

Mohs Reconstruction Following Skin Cancer

Some patients may require skin tissue reconstruction following Mohs surgery. This cutting-edge procedure eliminates malignant cells by removing thin skin layers consecutively. Some patients may require reconstructive surgery after Mohs to restore the aesthetic appearance of the region where the cancerous cells were excised.

Scar Treatment

Scarring a natural process of the body to heal and replace lost or compromised skin. Scars may develop for various reasons and are typically filled with fibrous tissue. Scarring may occur due to surgery, injuries, infections, or tissue inflammation.

Scars can develop at any location on the body. However, facial scars can be especially detrimental to a person’s self-image. A facial reconstruction surgeon can help improve the appearance of a scar and make it less noticeable.

Experienced facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and other cities and towns in this region of the nation for facial trauma treatments.

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

A recessive or oversized chin can adversely impact the facial appearance of an individual. A well-defined chin balances the facial profile and offers the face an attractive appearance.

Mentoplasty (chin surgery) is a suitable cosmetic surgery option for individuals who are displeased with their chin shape relative to other facial features. In such cases, the surgeon may recommend a chin reduction or chin augmentation procedure and other techniques, according to the unique facial structure of the patient.

The surgeon will discuss various facets of the chin surgery with the patient during the initial consultation to enable them to make an enlightened decision.

Board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides mentoplasty to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations across the landscape.

Chin Augmentation

A recessive chin can make the neck look fleshy, and the nose may appear too large. In such cases, chin augmentation plastic surgery can help add fullness to a weak chin and create a more balanced facial structure. This procedure usually involves implants being surgically inserted into the chin to balance out the overall structure of the face.

Both men and women can receive chin implants to improve the size and shape of the chin. Ideal chin augmentation candidates are individuals with an undermined, squared, or pointed chin, and a prominent nose or fleshy neck. This surgery also enhances the jawline.

The surgeon may recommend chin implants along with nose surgery in some cases for more complete results. Other procedures that are usually combined with chin augmentation are cheek implants and lip augmentation.

If the chin is recessive, the surgeon will insert the chin implants in a manner that supplements the existing bone at the front of the jaw. The implant is inserted beneath the skin to enhance the chin’s strength and improve definition. The patient can attain a more balanced and natural looking face with this procedure.

Chin Reduction

If the chin is oversized in relation to other facial features, chin reduction surgery may be an appropriate solution. The surgeon will reshape the bone and other structural tissues in the chin region to develop natural looking contours. At the outset of the procedure, the surgeon will place a discreet incision underneath the chin or within the mouth.

Subsequently, the surgeon will detach the bone at the chin’s tip and reshape it. They will remove excess bone to enhance the chin contour. After that, the chin’s tip will be repositioned, and incisions will be sealed with sutures. This procedure can make a person look more appealing and youthful. Chin reduction can also be combined with facelift or rhinoplasty surgery.

The surgeon may recommend liposuction or nonsurgical cosmetic treatments along with this procedure to help the chin appear slimmer if the patient has a double or triple chin.

Recovery Process

The patient can enjoy the outcomes of their procedure in around six weeks after most of the inflammation has resolved. The patient may not be allowed to undertake rigorous activity for the initial few weeks following surgery. In around ten days after the procedure, most patients can resume normal activities.

Judicious facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for mentoplasty.

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

The loss of facial movement due to nerve damage is known as facial paralysis. The muscles of the face may sag or become weak. It can occur on either or both sides of the face. Some common reasons for facial paralysis are:

• stroke
• infection or swelling of the facial nerve
• head trauma
• neck or head tumor

Facial paralysis can occur suddenly or slowly over some months, which happens in the case of a neck or head tumor. The cause will determine how long the paralysis may last.

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke explains that Bell’s palsy is the most frequent reason behind facial paralysis. Around 40,000 Americans suffer sudden facial paralysis due to Bell’s palsy annually. Bell’s palsy leads to the swelling of the facial nerve. This usually causes facial muscles on one side to droop.

Considerate board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides treatments for facial paralysis to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and other towns and cities in this area of The Golden State.

Facial Paralysis Treatment

Bell’s Palsy

Most Bell’s palsy patients will recover fully by themselves with or without treatment. But studies indicate that taking oral steroids such as prednisone as well as antiviral drugs can help enhance the possibility of full recovery. In addition, the patient can undergo physical therapy to strengthen their muscles and prevent long-term damage.

Patients who do not recover completely can undergo plastic surgery to address eyelids that cannot close fully or an uneven smile.

Eye damage is the most grievous danger associated with facial paralysis. Bell’s palsy typically prevents one or both eyelids from shutting properly, and the inability to blink normally can cause the cornea to dry out making it possible for particles to enter the eye and damage it.

Facial paralysis patients should apply artificial tears throughout the day as well as use an eye lubricant during bedtime. Furthermore, they may need to use a specialized clear plastic moisture chamber to ensure the eye remains moist and safe.

Stroke

People who experience facial paralysis due to a stroke will receive the same treatment as that given to patients of a majority of strokes. A special stroke therapy capable of destroying the stroke-causing clot may be useful for patients who have suffered a stroke recently.

For strokes that occurred long ago, the physician may use medications to mitigate the risk of further damage to the brain. Strokes are extremely time-sensitive, and if you suspect that you or a loved one may be experiencing a stroke, you should rush to an emergency room immediately.

Other Facial Paralysis

Patients with facial paralysis due to other reasons may also find it beneficial to undergo surgery to repair or restore compromised muscles or nerves or eliminate tumors. The surgeon may also place small weights within the upper lids to enable them to close.

People experiencing uncontrolled muscle motion along with facial paralysis can benefit from Botox injections (to freeze the muscles) as well as physical therapy.

Outlook for Facial Paralysis

Most people will completely recover from Bell’s palsy although it may take six months or more for complete recovery.

People suffering from a stroke should get medical attention immediately in order to enhance the chances of complete recovery with minimal damage to the brain and body.

Committed facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas across the landscape for facial paralysis treatments.

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.