Whether due to trauma, incorrect closures from previous surgeries or wearing heavy earrings over time, earlobes can become damaged and stretched. While earrings lengthen the piercing hole and can result in split earlobe, clip-on earrings that are too tight can result in the same. In this case, blood flow is restricted, leading to necrosis of  … Read more

For patients having undergone breast augmentation surgery with unsatisfactory results, or when a problem has occurred following their surgery, Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones is a trusted plastic surgeon with unsurpassed skill and expertise in corrective breast surgery. When it comes to corrective surgery of any kind, choosing a qualified surgeon is paramount, as the potential  … Read more

When an individual loses a significant amount of weight following bariatric weight loss surgery, they often experience excessive sagging and stretched skin that leads them to explore the idea of a body lift procedure. In general, a body lift aims to improve the shape and tone of the underlying tissue that supports fat and skin,  … Read more

When aging begins to take its toll, many individuals seek complete facial rejuvenation with a facelift. Face-lifting enhances and refreshes one’s appearance, while removing excess skin, smoothing wrinkles and tightening facial tissues. As a result, individuals experience a more distinct contour and significant improvements in facial definition. The MACS Facelift, or minimal access cranial suspension,  … Read more

For more than 40 years, surgeons have used rib cartilage to construct an ear framework as part of a microtia reconstruction procedure. Surgery is typically performed when there is ample cartilage available to create an adult-sized ear. While the surgery is invasive, requiring between two and four operations, Cedars-Sinai explains that this technique remains a  … Read more

The forehead and positioning of the eyebrows reveals much about an individual’s age, leading many to complain of a tired, sad or angry appearance. This is because the skin and muscles above the eyebrows become lax with time, and this often results in deep creases, wrinkles and sagging. Needless to say, these changes can dramatically  … Read more

Often referred to as a “nose job,” Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that renovates the nose, restoring facial harmony. Yet, it can also repair structural abnormalities within the nose such as a deviated septum so as to correct impaired breathing. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons explains the advantages of surgical rhinoplasty and what it  … Read more

Derived from the Latin words “micro” and “otia,” Microtia means “little ear,” and is a congenital ear deformity in which the outer ear does not fully develop during the early stages of pregnancy. According to Stanford Children’s Health, Microtia typically develops in one ear, usually the right ear, and is more commonly seen in males.  … Read more

Though it may seem that excessive exercise and strict dieting would help individuals achieve the flat, toned tummy that they want, this is not always true. In turn, even slim individuals can develop a tummy or abdomen that protrudes. Fortunately, continued advancements in plastic surgery techniques and maneuvers have made it possible to help individuals  … Read more

While the goal of facelift surgery is to create a natural, face-lifting result, there are numerous techniques that affect how this is accomplished. For instance, from where to make incisions to how the skin is lifted and pulled makes a difference—both in how the facelift will feel and how long it will last. Thus, having  … Read more