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Q: Dr. Eppley, Hi, Ive asked questions on here before but I had another one that is a big factor on wether i would like to get work done.  When getting multiple procedures done (plagiocephaly in my case), does it cost the same as all of the procedures separately or is there a bit of […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hi. Does you charge same price for shoulder widening even when you only operates on a single shoulder to fix asymmetry? Also how much of lengthening can be done? A: Thank you for your inquiry. When only one clavicle is being operated on the cost would obviously be less than bilateral clavicle […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Is it possible to extend the collarbone 3 or 4 times for a total of 12cm or 16cm? I want to get an extension effect of 12cm or more through at least 3 surgeries. Is it possible if there is enough time and rehabilitation? A: Such a degree of clavicle lengthening (12 […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I wanted to get a bit of information on your custom wrap around jaw implants to reshape my jaw line. I had recently had a Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy and Sliding Genioplasty to correct a Class-II Malocclusion. I am currently unhappy with the shape and position of my lower jaw. As it […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Can my skull be cut down 1 to 1.5 inches from back and my face become normal? A: How much skull reduction can be done from the back requires an x-ray to evaluate the thickness of the bone. But even at the thickest 1.5 inches of skull reduction can never be done […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I would like to inquire about options that are available to fix the dent in my son’s head which is the result of a head injury and subsequent cranioplasty surgery. I am also interested in having his scar removed if possible. Please let me know if this is something you can help […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have prominent bulging temporal arteries bilaterally. My regular plastic surgeon is against arterial ligation in the area of my temples, out of fear that once one artery is ligated, another will pop up in its place, and thus conveyed to me that there is no surgical solution to bulging temporal arteries (the […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, About temporal reduction surgery. I checked some images on your website about the temporal reduction and saw that the ears get extremely bent for 180 degrees during the surgery. This could be a big problem because I had both ears set back a couple of times and especially the left ear took 6 surgeries […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have been interested in rib/waist size reduction for most of my life. From the moment I was born, I had large ribs.  That being said, the concept of rib removal has always felt terrifying and littered with too many negative side effects. I’ve known some people that have had it and […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am German Male and 2 years ago I underwent a chin wing surgery for 5mm forward movement. I am now looking to reset/reverse this procedure. I am aware that a full reversal chin wing, brings various risks with it. Particularly, the resuspension of the mentalis muscle seems to be a challenge […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have just discovered your clinic, I am delighted because I have long wondered if it is possible to have implants on the forehead as well as the skull, in order to have the upper face wider and rounder, as women with a big forehead  often say are more attractive! That’s why […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had buccal fat reduction about a year ago and am less than happy with the results, I am wondering if there’s a permanent procedure you can do to restore some of the fat that was taken out. Please let me know, thank you! A: Reversal of buccal lipectomies can be done […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello! 6 months ago i have a kick direct in to my forehead glabellar bone, and even now i have some times pain in the hole inward in my forehead. Please, I need help with that, i am from Romania and here the doctors recommend me lifting mods for be cheapest. But […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello. I’m 28 years old. I already got testicular implant surgery 1 year ago, and planning to replace it with bigger implants. But there were no existing implants bigger than 40cc. Do you make those custom implants with 3D implants? Or do you carve it?  A: All testicle implants over 5cms are custom […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, s it possible to change the cheekbone’s shape/cheek hollowing (to a straighter, higher set one)? I‘ve been reading a lot about “the high cheekbone” look, custom infraorbital malar implants and zygoma reduction osteotomies, and there’s something I haven’t seen mentioned.  Most people getting zygoma reduction are Asians (and don’t have the high cheekbone […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, My eyes are so asymmetrical they stick out like a sour thumb in every picture and in certain lighting. I really need to do something about this but I don’t even know where to begin because every doctor says something different. It’s definitely orbital asymmetry. What can be done about this? A:Thank […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’ve been reading about hip augmentations specifically iliac crest implants, and the silicones ones you’ve been offering. My question is, do you think the South Korean version (the titanium implant) is even safe the way you would have to put the screws in incase of removal? Also, I was wondering if you’ve […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had a genioplasty two weeks ago and I hate the results. I’m a 23yo female and my chin now looks square and strong. I wanted to know how long I should wait to get it reversed since I don’t want my soft tissues to sag if I wait too long. I […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello, I am interested in looking into the buccal fat removal procedure. I am looking for a way to make my face less ‘puffy’ and round especially when smiling. I was interested in finding out if this could be an option for what I’m looking to achieve. Thank you! A: Thank you […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I recently had a lip lift which has turned out extremely unflattering, I would like a second opinion, to see what if any procedure can fix it, as I am avoiding being seen and dreading returning to work, I have chosen to not pursue a revision with my surgeon because I believe […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, How much height can be achieved with skull implants? I’m a model and additional height is never a bad thing. What is the average thickness of a “flat head” implant? What was the largest you’ve done? A: In answer to your top of the skull augmentation questions: 1) The amount of skull […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hi I want the custom anterior temporal implant design for a head widening effect. My questions are:  1. what are side effects.  2. In case after surgery it is too pain, is it possible to get the injected filler out and back to normal. A:  In answer to your custom temporal implant […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested to know if you do 11th and12th rib resection for medical problems as those 2 ribs are pushed inward and up causing pain.I have a case of my left 12th rib syndrome .My 12th rib is not touching my pelvis, its angulated up and inward,being to close to my […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Are there skull implants for the side of the skull that could give me a square head shape?  A: You have correctly surmised that to get a more square head shape you do have to build up the sides along the bony temporal lines. Whether that is done with two separate implants […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a question about jaw implant revision surgery 3 years ago when I put two silicone jaw angle  implants. While one stayed in the correct position and I’m very happy with it, the other one moved a bit or was misplaced causing a bit of an asymmetry which I solved these […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I would like to improve my side profile of my mouth area and would love to consult with you virtually if possible.  I am considering a Lip Lift. As well as a Bottom Lip reduction + Chin Implant to address droopy, hanging lip that exposes the bottom gum when mouth is at […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’m interested in getting chin and jaw implants. I was wondering how long the waitlist is for that. I’m getting married mid November so was hoping he would have an open slot sometime in August. A: Thank you for your inquiry. I would be very cautious about doing facial implant surgery close […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had a cyst removed from my left cheek. It left a very noticeable dent on that side of my face. I’ve been searching for a plastic surgeon to fix this issue for a long time. I’ve been getting filler injected into that area, but it dissolves (or moves) from that spot […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, How many weeks after buttock implant surgery will I need to wait to go back to work? iu will need to be able to sit in meetings for up to 3-4 hours comfortably. How much swelling would I have? Will I have any restrictions? Driving or Exercising?   Do I need a […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, What are your complication and revision rates for infraorbital rim-malar implants? In particular, I am concerned about asymmetry and eyelid retraction. Fyi, I plan to get lateral canthoplasty too. I had emailed you pictures previously, but am not asking for any evaluation with this particular question, just wondering about complications. Thanks. A:In […]