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Q: Hi, I just would like to know if BOTOX and DYSPORT would lift a droopy upper eyelid? Thank you. A: Both Botox and Dysport are equivalent injectable drugs that induce muscle paralysis where injected and weakness in the surrounding region. They are superb at stopping that undesireable frowning between your eyebrows or those crow’s […]

Q: I am looking into bone recontouring for my forehead. I am 22 and I have a condition called Plagiocephaly that I have become aware of within the last few years. I have been to three different doctors who have all told me that they believe the condition is “minor” and doesn’t need any treatment. […]

Q: Can liposuction of the ‘love handles’ be combined with the hip and inner thigh areas? I have lost several pounds through the years. I was told laser treatment to melt the bit of fat would be the way to go but not sure what would happen with the bit of excess skin? A: It […]

Catchy and clever names are an integral part of branding in the essential game of marketing for most products. A great working product without a memorable name may never catch any attention with the public, while a mediocre product could grab a market share with just the right name. While this use of ‘naming’ is […]

Q: Dr Eppley, How long does it take for a bull horn lip lift scar to fade? I read that a lot of people experience bumps and track marks from the sutures. Also, looking at some pics, it looks like a crack or line between the nostrils that the make-up is not hiding very well. […]

Q: I am interested in a full body lift. How much does that cost? A: The term ‘full body lift’ is a rather vague term from a plastic surgery standpoint. Even though it is a widely used term for a plastic surgery procedure, I have learned that what it means to a patient can be […]

Q: I am interested in having lip reduction surgery some time in the near future. However, there is not much detailed information or before and after pictures regarding the procedure. Is it possible to enhance or alter the look of the cupid’s bow while simultaneously reducing the size of the upper and lower lips? A: […]

Q: I have loose wrinkled skin on the inside of my arm where my elbow bends. Is there a procedure that would improve this area? It is not due to weight loss. It is due to aging. I am 50 years old and this just appeared recently. A: Loose skin often appears across joints like […]

Q: I am 58 yrs old and in good health. I have never smoked, drank alcohol or done any drugs. While I am an upbeat person, I have had a difficult past and been exposed to a lot of physical and mental abuse. I just want to have a natural smile. My mouth has always […]

Q: I had a baby about 16 months ago and still have a little pooch I cannot get to go away. I am interested in finding out about whether lipodissolve, smart lipo, and liposuction and seeing which one may be best for me. A: Pregnancy does one thing that works against the effectiveness of any […]

Q : I have heard that regular use of Botox and injectable fillers over years can reduce the need to do them so often. Is that true or just wishful thinking? A: Recent research presented at plastic surgery meetings have indicated that such a ‘rumor’ may have some truth to it. A study out of […]

Q: I suffer from a condition called Geniospasm, which affects the mentalis muscle. I have read that it might be possible to treat this condition with Botox injections. Have you had any experiences with this condition? What are your thoughts? A: Geniospasm is a rare movement or tremor disorder of the mentalis muscle of the chin. […]

Q: The procedure that interests me is the one that will reduce the size of my buttocks.  I am in good shape and target workouts to the area, but my  buttocks hangs down over the gluteal crease and no matter how much I strengthen those muscles, I am not getting the results I want. I would […]

Q: I was looking at having breast augmentation done. One of my breasts is larger than the other. But I was woundering if you could use instead of saline implants fat from somewhere else on my body, like my stomach area?? That would solve two problems at once! A: The appeal of using fat instead […]

Q:Hi Dr Eppley i just read your”The Advantages of a Chin Osteotomy Vs a Chin Implant ” paper. I have a medium to small chin deficiency and am a  male  that is 41 years old. Is bone resorption something to worry about in the long time results with silicone chin implant? Thanks a lot! A: The phenomenon […]

Q: I am very interested in breast augmentation.  I have been pregnant four times and between weight gain and loss my breasts are in need of some repair.  Do you think I will need a breast lift also? A: The anatomic determination of whether any breast needs lifting is based on where the nipple is sitting relative to […]

Q: I have had an overaggressive weir excision to my nostrils, causing my nose to look unbalanced. I also have difficulties breathing as my nostrils are always flaring. I have read your website and other studies with regards to fixing the problem with concha cartilage. In your opinions, is that a feasible option aesthetically or will […]

Q: I have two scars, one on each side of my head from previous surgery (about 1.25 inches by 0.25). I was wondering if it was possible to make them less noticeable? A: While all lacerations and surgical incisions leave scars, scalp scars are unique in what makes them visible. That is the fact that […]

Q : I have a medpor chin implant as part of some cosmetic surgery 4 years ago.  The implant is eroding the bone and my oral surgeon says it must come out.  He doesn’t want to replace it.  I am in no pain and I like the way I look.  Do I have to have […]

Q: Can a chin implant be an alternative route to mandibular advancement? I went to the orthodontist today for my overbite and excessively gummy smile and was told that my options are to get the Lefort maxillary surgery (or place 2 screws on my upper jaw and have wires pull my teeth-in  sections via braces- upwards […]

Q: I was wondering if a scar on my forehead can be improved by plastic surgery. Two years ago, I fell and had a deep cut into between my eyebrows. Even though it was stitched up in an emergency room, it has still left a very noticeable scar. Because of where it is located next […]

Q: I am a 58 year old female who is looking for a highly qualified plastic surgeon to perform a breast reduction surgery.  I need to be able to work with someone who can help me get my insurance plan to cover the cost as I feel this is medically necessary.  I honestly don’t have […]

The first of the month of July marks the first visible sign of the recently passed Health Care Reform Act. You might not notice it unless you are paying to get a tan. The 10% tax on tanning salons has gone into effect and it will cost you that much more to get one now. […]

Q: Hi, I’m an Asian female in my late 20s. Over recent years, my jaws have become really prominent, making me look somewhat masculine and heavy. Looking for a way to reduce the angle of my jaw, I found the masseter reduction with botox injection on the web. Since I don’t want to change my bone […]

Q: I was very impressed by your comments on lip lift. I feel confident that you understand more about this procedure and the possible things that can go wrong than other plastic surgery websites I have seen. Since I have had two prior rhinoplasty surgeries, will this procedure affect my nose? Some surgeons have said that […]

Q: Hi Dr Eppley, I was wondering if fillers can be used on a sagging elbow area instead of the surgical procedure? A: Sagging of skin around the elbow area can be the result of age, body type, and weight loss. Most commonly I have seen it to be an issue in the extreme weight loss […]

Q: I have a deep vertical line in between my eyebrows that is still noticeable despite having Botox injections. I was wondering if endoscopic browlift could correct this. Im only 27 years old. Please help. A: The development of vertical wrinkles between your eyebrows, known as the glabellar area, is common and is the result […]

Q: I have multiple lipomas over my arms and legs. Is there anything new to having them removed? A: The standard treatment for lipomas remains excisional, making a small incision over the lipoma and pushing it out. While effective, this does result in a very small skin scar. While this approach is fine for several […]

Q: I am interested in getting an inner thigh and knee lift procedure but am concerned about the scarring. I have looked on the internet but pictures of these type of scars seem hard to find. Do you have any suggestions about how I should make the decision for this kind of surgery? A: Body contouring […]

Q: I had jaw angle reduction surgery three months ago and I am unhappy with it. I wanted to make the thickness of my jaw angles more narrow and thought that Botox injections to the muscle would work. Instead the doctor told me that I needed bone removed instead. During surgery, the doctor cut off […]