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Q: Dr. Eppley, I have two issues: 1) a birthmark the full length of my cheek which I’ve had my whole life and 2) the facial hair covering the birthmark is substantially thicker than that covering my other cheek. Can you help with either of my two issues? Photos attached. A: What you have is […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have breast asymmetry and am interested in breast augmentation/lift surgery. I am 18 years old and have had two children. My breasts are significantly different by at least two cup sizes and have been so for six years. I have Tricare insurance. I am wondering if my being 18 years old […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am looking for extreme jaw angle augmentation. I recently came across a paper that described a technique for mandibular angle augmentation, where segmental distraction osteogenesis and rib cartilage transplants were used to achieve the desired effect. What I found notable was that the degree of vertical augmentation and the extent to […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in facelift surgery. I am 55 yrs old and have been single for twenty years. I want to finally get to the place were I feel wonderful about me. I do not want to look like a different person with a drastic change. Is it really possible to have […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in brow bone reduction surgery. In the past few months my brows have started to be protrude. Is there anything that I can do to stop it or how much would it cost to have it remove or is their payment options? Its really affecting my way of life. A: […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in fat injection breast augmentation. I have a consultation coming up with you next week and was wondering if you use the Brava before fat transfer for breast expansion? I was wanting to get into surgery ASAP as I am going on vacation next month and want the surgery […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a few questions regarding the chin and jaw angle implant procedure. I know you are very busy as a surgeon but if you had a few minutes of free time, I would appreciate it if you could answer some questions before our consultation.  It would probably save time for both of […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I want to know about facial fat injections. I know a 24 year old who is unsatisfied with her facial appearance. She weighs 118 lbs, and is 5’6”. She does have a lot of facial fat especially in her lower cheek and the areas around the mouth. Ironically, this makes her mouth look fat. […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Can I benefit from cheek implants? I have a long thin face that has always bothered me. I don’t know what if anything can be done to add fullness or reduce length? I always look like I am scowling and as I age…it gets worse. The first picture attached us awful I […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I would like to have a chin dimple made to look like  Adele’s chin. Can you do that and how is it done? A: What you are asking about is chin cleft creation surgery not the creation of a chin dimple. In looking at the chin of the singer Adele, careful assessment […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had an intraoral large silicone chin implant placed about nine years ago and have had a lot of chin implant complications. am 31 years old now and since the beginning I got into a cycle of pain from chin swelling followed by tightness, numbness and itching sensations. Rare were the moments […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, is there a mouth widening surgery? can a mouth actually be enlarged? My mouth is so small dentists literally have difficulty working inside. One told me it was the smallest mouth he’s ever encountered  (I’m not making this up). A 1/4 inch more would make me and my dentist infinitely grateful. But […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I found a comment from you on the internet regarding burn scar revision. The reply seemed very honest regarding how to treat burn scars….meaning it is very difficult to treat and a 100 % elimination of it is not possible. My daughter is 14 years old and when she was 4 she […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I would like to know if you actually do silicone drop down jaw angle implants. Where I am from not many people do it here. I am not a big fan of Medpor. Roughly how much would you charge for this procedure as I am saving up. Let’s say if you do […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am very sorry to disturb you, I live in a remote area of Russia, and my grandson was born with craniofacial distortions of his  face and skull. My friend found your contact details in the Internet. I have a few questions to you: 1) Is it possible to enhance at the […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am working on a story and wanted to get a quote from you in regards to mouth lift surgery. What are your thoughts on people who are having it at a young age – are there pros and cons? How serious is the operation? What is the  average age for this […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in breast augmentation and possibly breast lift. I live in Minnesota but my best friend lives in Indianapolis and she suggested you. I am wondering is I were to come to Indiana for the surgery if I could have a consultation with surgery the following day. Also, being from […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I was in a bad car accident over 15 years ago. I had a tracheostomy to enable me to breathe. But it has left a terrible scar. Growing up through high school, college, and even some times today; people tease me about having a “hickey.” Also even children who I do not […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Is it possible to thin out my large African-American nose, add a defined bridge and still look “natural”? How long does surgery take and how long is recovery? A: Thank you for your inquiry and sending your pictures. The African-American rhinoplasty is unique  because of the very thick overlying skin and lack […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I will be turning 20 later this year and I was wanting a more thicker appearance at the top of my breasts. I’m fine with my chest area I really wanted to get a fat transfer I really don’t want the implants but if I would need to I could.Thank you. A: […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have been told by another physician that infraorbital rim implants would benefit me.  I have dark circles that have really been developing a lot under my eyes and have had Restylane with little effect (just one treatment).  I am hoping for a more permanent solution.  Do you agree it could benefit […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’m doing fine after my facelift surgery except for one big problem.  I have a serious issue with bladder control. I’m constantly feeling the urge to urinate and can expel just small amounts to less than a dibble. It’s been uncomfortable. Any ideas on how to re-regulate this? A: I am not a Urologist but your […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in liposuction surgery. I have never been terribly overweight, however, I can’t lose the belly fat. I would also like to take a few years off my face. Most people tell me I look to be about 45, I’m actually 56. My looks probably matter more to me than […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Is there a way I can find out more about the rib cage narrowing you have posted on your website? I am interested in this procedure and would like to know more about how it is done, costs involved, and recovery time. Thank you. A: Ribcage narrowing, also called waistline narrowing surgery, […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Dr. Eppley, why is my abdomen and waist so hard after two weeks, sore I can understand. How long before it gets back soft. Further when can I stop wearing the garments they are so uncomfortable. Can I take an over the counter drug to help the with swelling or what can […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have medpor chin implant that was put in 6 years ago intra-orally. The implant is a bit big for my liking, making my chin look a bit too boxy and masculine, and the projection from the side is too much.   Can this implant simply be shaved down rather than completely removed? […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, 1.  Am interested in an overall approach to address my weak jawline/chin and nasolabial folds. I had a smaller chin implant over 20 years ago, but I am certain that advances since that time could provide me with a better overall result. A: I have received your pictures and done some initial […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had all my stiches break open (only left side) 1 week after my cheek implant surgery so my left cheek got infected. I was in pain with swelling. The Dr .chose to do revisional surgery in his office where he took the implant out, sterilized it and flushed my cheek out […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a question about genioplasty, I hope you can help me. Is it normal to feel the screws after a genioplasty? (I refer to touch the chin with the fingers) If you can feel the screws is it a bad thing? Can screws create volume on my chin? In this second […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have never been terribly overweight, however, I can’t lose the belly fat. I would also like to take a few years off my face. Most people tell me I look to be about 45, I’m actually 56. My looks probably matter more to me than most people as I currently work […]