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Q: Dr. Eppley, Hi, I’m interested in both the cheekbone reduction and double eyelid surgery. Therefore, I was wondering which one should I do first? Lastly, how soon could I have the plates and screws removed and is shaving of the Zygoma cheaper than L-Osteotomy method? A: The order of  cheekbone reduction and double eyelid […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am a 42 year old male. I follow you on Instagram. I would like a consultation about my right clavicle. When I was 8 years old, my father had me fire a rifle that caused a greenstick fracture on my right clavicle. The callus makes a prominent bump as you can […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, For my plagiocephaly compared to the side of the skull I think reducing the bigger side is a better solution. The back of my head will have to be cohesive with the side reduction by increasing the flatness. I also have a few questions to ask you about the risk of this […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have two inquiries, the first wanting to know which option testicle implants of side by side and wrap around allows for the largest sizes? I was also wondering if surgical steel or something could be included to make them weight more? A: Both testicle enhancement techniques allow for the same increases […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, My question is relate to a 5mm genioplasty reduction i had done 25 years ago. As a result I’ve lost some contour as far as the muscle below the lip fold. I’ve read that tissue can be tied up to create the natural curve. In a second procedure A small chin implant […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hey just wondering at what age would you perform skull reshaping surgery? Would it be 18 or fully grown or what age would you consider performing this surgery? Thank you A: Adults age 18 and older is the minimum age for skull reshaping surgery. Dr. Barry Eppley World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a question about the general behavior of implants when removed. Perhaps you can answer this: Does removing implants after 6 months cause any permanent tissue damage and face changes? Does it create saggy skin or slightly change your appearance, etc? Or will the face and muscles go back to normal […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have recently had a canthoplasty to fix my eye asymmetry and tilt 6 months ago. I’m at the point now where I believe I need more volume with infraorbital implants. Is this possible after me having a canthoplasty? A: Having a prior lateral canthoplasty does not preclude getting infraorbital implants secondarily. […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Can i still get infraorbital malar implants if i got a cheekbone reduction before? A: That is not an implant limitation. Custom infraorbital  malar implants can be placed over any bony anatomy regardless of its prior surgical changes. Dr. Barry Eppley World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am writing to inquire about potential surgical options to address my lifelong condition which I believe to be Brachycephaly. Please find attached photos and a video for reference. The key concerns I have are as follows: 1) Bulb-like appearance due to protrusion above my ears on both sides of my head. […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, . I was born with a left-side form of facial asymmetry due to underdevelopment of various facial structures. My left eye sets lower than the right and my left cheek bone is flatter than the right. I also have some chin asymmetry. I am not looking for my face to be perfect […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a webbed neck. I have dealing with it for 50 years. I always wanted to improve the appearance of my neck. I’m unsure if I can gain more natural movement but I’m interested in finally achieving a goal of having a smaller neckline. A: You have what appears to be […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I read your post regarding filling the step-off that occurs with sliding genioplasty. Wrapped Bone Grafting of the Step Deformity in Sliding Genioplasty To Prevent Labiomental Fold Deepening Does this bone fill eventually become solid bone that is fused to the chin structure? Or does it remain bone chips? I’m fascinated by […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in potentially getting skull reshaping as I feel my head (temple area) is very narrow at the top instead of round. I have a heavy bottom/jaw that’s wider than my forehead. Would like it to be more balanced. Can I get information and range of potencial cost? Thank you […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a question about chin reduction through the submental approach. From a lateral view, the protruded chin should be brought to the level of the lower lip. However, from the frontal view, what changes can we expect? Will the shape change considerably? If the patient wants it, could the shape of […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’ve done a bit of research on clavicle shortening surgery. I’m a 23 year old female, however my shoulders are really borad compared to the rest of my body. I do have some questions before booking a vitual meeting for the surgery. As I’m coming from Denmark, and travelling alone. What is […]

Q: Dr. Eppley ,Hello, can you provide a price range for what forehead augmentation with pmma might cost for a man at your clinic? I understand you can’t give specifics but I’m just exploring the idea at this point and am wondering what I should be planning for. Thanks A:PMMA is a very limited forehead […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, One part of my discussion with the doctor is the possible lowering of eyebrows, which may be done by upper eyelid incision. This is not included in the agreement. I am assuming that this would be a part of my forehead implant augmentation procedure. A: As stated earlier an upper eyelid incision is […]

Q: Dr. Eppley,Idk If I had brachycephaly but my head is wide from the sides and kind of flat in the back could I remove temporal muscle and combine with a prosthesis in the back, as my face is round with my head wide looks 0 aesthetic, dr, do you think that tia could work? […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I would like to know if i would be a good candidate for any facial implant that could make my undereye/ midface volume loss disappear. I’m going to send some pictures as attachments. Thank you for your time and help! A:You have small facial bones with underdeveloped/weak bone structure around the eyes […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Good afternoon! I was your patient last year for infraorbital malar implants and the results are amazing! This time in interested in lateral comissuroplasty for making bigger and wider lips. I would like to know if it can be performed under local anesthesia? What is the possible widening? Thank you very much […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Would you ever consider doing cosmetic work on the femoral heads/acetabulum? I’m a male with unfortunately wide hips. I think this is due to either a genetic condition or a lack of high testosterone during puberty. Anyway, being 23 now, options to amend this cosmetic issue are very limited. I know from […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had brain surgery 30 plus years ago that has left me with 2 small divots which I am trying to have filled. A:With a prior history of a craniotomy, or at least burr holes for decompression, those divots would represent the through and through skull defects from that procedure. Such burr […]

Q: Dr. Eppley,Hello, I am based in London and have nearly exhausted my list of potential oculoplastic surgeons following a few consulation. I’ve had recommendations for the following combinations : bilateral ptosis repair , lower lid retraction with hard palate graft, lateral tarsal strip. Orbital decompression , lower lid retraction, bilateral ptosis, canthoplasty Infraorbital implant […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had surgery done on the back of my head in 2011 I believe. The back of my left side head was so flat and the flat part was gone after the surgery. Even though the flat part was gone overall my head is still flat. Over the years as I got older […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hi there I was interested in revision rhinoplasty I got my rhinoplasty 8 months ago but not happy with the shape and scarsAs one side I feel is slimmer then the other side and I can feel it with my finger and it tilts more to one side slightly.But was wanting my […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in paranasal-maxillary implant because of the lack of support and projection I have in my midface, specifically around my nose and in my upper lip/philtrum. I was looking into Lefort 1 orthognatic surgery, as I do have a very slight Class 3 malocclusion, but both surgeons and orthodontists discouraged […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, does you perform cosmetic testicular implants/enlargement?  Is the nerve to the cremasteric muscles transected or is botox used during the procedure is the feel or hardness of the implant similar to the native testes? A:No nerves are cut during the testicle implant placement procedure. If cremaster muscle relaxation is needed Botox injections […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, hi I’m looking to achieve a more heart shaped face shape but I don’t want to look older. is that possible? I’m 21 years old. A:Based on a review of your pictures your biggest limitation from a more heart-shaped face is the lack of vertical chin length. The benefits of vertical lengthening […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I hope this message finds you well. I was wondering if I would be a good candidate for buccal fat lipectomy and/or perioral liposuction as I want a slimmer face between my cheeks and jawline with the goal of a more angular-looking masculine facial shape. And if so, I would like to […]