My favorite patients and surgeries are for our cleft babies. What we do for their first surgery can set the tone and direction for the rest of their lives. As techniques have evolved, and we have learned about the effects 20+ years down the line, we have been able to continuously bring down the number of surgeries people have over … Read More
These are some of my favorite surgeries, tailoring surgeries to each person’s individual goals and needs, all while making sure they’re breathing like never before!
This athlete couldn’t breathe, with a history of a fractured and deviated septum, and a pharyngeal flap previously used to help speech for her cleft palate. For patients with a history of a pharyngeal flap, these may actually be divided and revised after several years, usually with no change in speech and nasality, but with much improved breathing and speech. … Read More
Immediate before and after cleft lip repair.
Immediate before and after cleft lip repair. A perfect example of how surgery is what I do day in and day out. But, for this one patient, on this one day, I always keep in mind that this is often the most important surgery of their life. For more, visit our Cleft Lip Repair page or … Read More
This beautiful patient is thrilled after her cleft rhinoplasty!
This beautiful patient is thrilled after her cleft rhinoplasty! She had the normal development we see with most cleft lip patients. Her septum was pointing to the right — away from the cleft side — causing severe nasal obstruction. She also had slumping and weakness of the cartilage and skin on the same side … Read More
Here we have a lovely girl immediately before and after her unilateral cleft lip repair.
Here we have a lovely girl immediately before and after her unilateral cleft lip repair. Even though we perform many surgeries each week, we always keep in mind that oftentimes this is the most important operation our patients will undergo in their lifetime. Careful balance and repair of the skin, muscle, and mucosa is performed for the lip repair. The … Read More
Our happy patients are our purpose and meaning for doing what we do!
Our happy patients are our purpose and meaning for doing what we do! Some surgeons don’t like their clinic days. For me, the positive difference in each person’s life is what makes the years of training, ongoing education, and nights of worrying all worthwhile. For more, visit our Cleft Lip Repair page or call us at (214) 241-1997. 💻 lawplasticsurgery.com … Read More
Incision care is important after breast reduction surgery.
“So my incisions are better than my sister’s. It’s almost like they’re not there!” Incision care is important after breast reduction surgery. Usually I use steri-strips in surgery for a little bit of extra support and pressure, though it’s no substitute for surgical technique. After the initial bandages come off, additional taping with brown paper tape or silicone tape help … Read More
What size will I end up? One of the most common questions, and it doesn’t have a specific answer.
What size will I end up? One of the most common questions, and it doesn’t have a specific answer. The goals are lighter, proportionate, aesthetic, and safe. Size varies depending on band size and where you shop. Usually, a full C is about where we end up. For more, visit our Breast Reduction page or call us at (214) 241-1997. … Read More
Lighter and lifted, with the nipple and areola to a more centered and balanced position.
Lighter and lifted, with the nipple and areola to a more centered and balanced position. There is good reason for over 95% of patients to be satisfied, and report that they would do it again. Time off is usually 1 week from work, 4 weeks to cardio, and 6 weeks to strength training and high impact moves. For more, visit … Read More
Breast reduction helps improve pain in the back and shoulders from removing some of the weight of the breast.
Breast reduction helps improve pain in the back and shoulders from removing some of the weight of the breast. At the same time, most patients enjoy the lift and repositioning of the areola and nipple to a higher position. The areola is usually reduced in size to match the smaller breast size. A very wide areola will rarely leave a … Read More
Is the areola (the pigmented area around the nipple) reduced as part of a lift/reduction? Yes! This is a routine part of the surgery.
FAQ: Is the areola (the pigmented area around the nipple) reduced as part of a lift/reduction? Yes! This is a routine part of the surgery. Nipple size sometimes increases significantly after breastfeeding as well, and that may be individually reduced as well, if requested. Overall, studies have shown nipple sensation to be the same in 1/3, decreased in 1/3, and … Read More
Over 3 pounds of breast tissue was removed for this woman, taking literal weight off of her shoulders.
Over 3 pounds of breast tissue was removed for this woman, taking literal weight off of her shoulders. Common symptoms that may expect to improve include deep shoulder grooving, back and neck pain, and rashes on the underside of the breast. Exercise and activities of daily living tend to be easier. Some insurances do cover this surgery when patients continue … Read More