Galiano RD

[BACKGROUND] Occipital neuralgia (ON) is a debilitating craniofacial pain disorder characterized by paroxysmal pain in the distribution of the greater, lesser, or third occipital nerves. Despite a growing array of interventions, clinical de…

This study examines the immediate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aesthetic procedural rates, across the United States (US), Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Procedural counts from 2017 to 2024 were extracted from the International Socie…

[BACKGROUND] Bilateral reduction mammaplasty is a common surgical procedure aimed at alleviating the physical and psychological burdens of macromastia. However, disparities in access and outcomes persist, influenced by racial, socioeconomic…

ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate disparities in access, timing, and outcomes of cleft care for Hispanic/Latino patients in the United States.DesignSystematic review and random-effects meta-analysis conducted per PRISMA guidelines (PROSPE…

[BACKGROUND] Inappropriate facial scarring can lead to significant physical and psychosocial morbidity. There is a need to better understand how scar perception varies across ethnic groups, and how it impacts broader quality-of-life domains…

[BACKGROUND] Revision abdominoplasty is an increasingly relevant subset of body contouring surgery, yet it remains underrepresented in the literature. Indications range from early postoperative complications to aesthetic dissatisfaction and…

[BACKGROUND] Online patient education materials (OPEMs) play a critical role in shaping patient decision-making for breast augmentation and reduction surgery. However, concerns persist regarding their readability, quality, and inclusivity. …

[BACKGROUND] Asian blepharoplasty, or double eyelid surgery, is widely accepted among Asians; however, personal and cultural influences on patient satisfaction remain underexplored. This study examines the sociocultural and psychological fa…

[BACKGROUND] Skin cancer patients who undergo Mohs surgery may require subsequent reconstructive rhinoplasty for large nasal defects. Autologous cartilage is the primary source of supporting cartilage grafts, but carries the risk of potenti…

[INTRODUCTION] Facial attractiveness significantly influences social perception. While prior studies identify the eyes and mouth as primary focal points of attention, the role of nasal aesthetics in overall facial attractiveness remains und…

[BACKGROUND] Patients increasingly rely on online resources for rhinoplasty education, yet the readability and reliability of these materials remain inconsistent. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the quality and accessibil…

This historical narrative presents a comprehensive historical journey delving into the diverse facets of gender identity and expression across ancient cultures. It explores these civilizations' perspectives on gender diversity, highlighting…

[BACKGROUND] The rise in Botox, fillers, and chemical peel procedures demands transparent online information that discloses all relevant risks and complications. This study assesses the quality of complication disclosure on the most popular…

Asian rhinoplasty generally requires augmentation procedures rather than reduction. Alloplastic grafts are fraught with higher complication rates. Autologous cartilage grafts are safer. However, Asian patients typically do not have adequate…

[BACKGROUND] There are different types of grafts for rhinoplasty, each with certain advantages and disadvantages. Fresh frozen cadaveric costal allograft (CCA) provides an alternative to rhinoplasties. The aim of this study was to compare t…

[BACKGROUND] YouTube is used by more than 70 percent of adults and 81 percent of 15- to 25-year-olds. The information quality of videos related to the two most performed aesthetic procedures-botulinum toxin type A (Botox) and soft-tissue fi…

[BACKGROUND] Patients access online cosmetic health information to help with decision making. This information is unregulated, variable in quality, and may be biased. This study compared the most popular cosmetic injectables websites to ass…

[UNLABELLED] Scars can have significant morbidity and negatively impact psychological, functional, and cosmetic outcomes as well as the overall quality-of-life, especially among ethnic minorities. The objective of this study was to evaluate…

[UNLABELLED] Scarring negatively impacts patient mental health, causing worsened self-confidence, body image, and social interactions, as well as anxiety and depression. The objective of this study is to evaluate the scarring impact after f…

[BACKGROUND] Aggregated data show that Black patients undergo disproportionately lower rates of cosmetic surgery than their Caucasian counterparts. Similarly, laboratory findings indicate that social media representation is lower among Blac…

[BACKGROUND] Despite the possibility of using botulinum toxin to improve perfusion and prevent vasospasm, only a few studies have examined the use of botulinum toxin in the setting of flap surgery and thrombosis, and the mechanisms have not…

Scar management is an important concern in plastic surgery. Scar models that best mimic human scarring are essential for understanding scar development and progression, assessing the efficacy of therapeutics, and providing reliable and val…

There is a growing interest in the development and evaluation of therapeutic agents that improve the cosmetic appearance of scars. Existing nonhuman animal models to study scarring, while valuable, have well-acknowledged limitations, as it …

[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE] Cryolipolysis is a non-invasive, safe, and effective treatment for localized fat reduction. Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH) is a rare adverse effect in which patients develop painless, firm, and well-demarca…

A retrospective chart review of 400 abdominal contour operations produced a series of 24 patients who underwent both their primary and then their secondary abdominal contour surgeries with the senior author (Matarasso). The majority of pati…