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Plastic Surgery

History of Plastic Surgery : Early Struggle for Recognition
History of plastic surgery at the turn of the century.
Free Flaps
A description of one of the most technically challenging and versatile forms of surgical reconstruction.
Rhinoplasty
This article describes the general goals, techniques, and perioperative patient issues concerning rhinoplasty, surgery to reshape the nose.
The Reconstructive Ladder
A summary of reconstruction options available in plastic surgery.
Breast Reduction
A description of breast reduction surgery for symptomatic large breasts.
DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis
A brief overview on DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis, a common cause of wrist pain.
Computer Imaging in Plastic Surgery
A description of how computer imaging is done during a plastic surgery consultation.
Botox Injections
A description of botulinum toxin injection for the cosmetic treatment of facial wrinkles.
Breast Reconstruction
This article provides a summary of the types of breast reconstruction options that are available following mastectomy for breast cancer.
Hair Replacement
This article reviews the causes, medical treatments, and surgical treatments for hair loss in men and women.
Trigger Finger
A description of the symptoms, anatomy, and treatment of trigger finger, or stenosing tenosynovitis.
Selecting A Plastic Surgeon
Resources and information to help find a qualified plastic surgeon.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Summary of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome of the Hand
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
A review of blepharoplasty, with attention to the risks and benefits of the procedure and other patient concerns.
Facelift Surgery
This article contains a description of facelift (rhytidectomy)surgery, along with the benefits and risks of the procedure.
Tumescent Liposuction
This article describes the plastic surgery procedure of liposuction, with emphasis on the tumescent technique. Patient considerations are detailed.
Abdominoplasty
Information about abdominoplasty ("tummy tuck").