Durand PD

[BACKGROUND] Closed preservation rhinoplasty continues to grow in popularity. Nevertheless, many surgeons remain wary of performing closed preservation rhinoplasty in certain patient populations. Mestizo noses have a thick soft-tissue envel…

[BACKGROUND] Despite advances in skin envelope reduction techniques and experienced nipple-sparing mastectomy flap procedures, the rate of nipple malposition and secondary revision in these patients remains high and eligible candidates are …

Alar rim deformities are among the most common problems affecting patients undergoing both primary and secondary rhinoplasty. They can be caused by several factors such as congenital hypoplasia or malpositioning of the lateral crura, and fr…

With a growing massive weight loss population, upper arm contouring continues to rise in popularity. Refinements in technique, such as modification of skin excision patterns and the adjunct use of liposuction, have allowed for safe and repr…

Effective control of nasal tip projection and rotation is a key component in modern rhinoplasty. Tip projection is a product of several anatomical factors: length and strength of lower lateral cartilages, the suspensory ligament, fibrous co…

The focus of modern face-lifting has shifted from isolated superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) manipulation to providing necessary volume restoration and overall facial shaping. Volume deflation is a major component of facial aging…

While the facial rejuvenating effect of botulinum toxin type A is well known and widespread, its use in body and facial contouring is less common. We first describe its use for deliberate muscle volume reduction, and then document instances…