What is an osteotomy rhinoplasty? Mild to moderate pain after osteotomy rhinoplasty is usual. This typically is managed with oral pain medications. An osteotomy rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure of the nose where a nasal bone is divided or removed. Osteotomy rhinoplasty is not a common procedure. In 2018, for every 213,000 nasal repair surgeries …
Read More »
What is a mandibular nerve block? A mandibular nerve block numbs parts of the mouth and face in preparation for surgery. A mandibular nerve block is a procedure to numb the lower jaw (mandible) and a part of the mouth and tongue. An anesthetic solution is injected adjacent to the mandibular nerve to block the transmission of pain signals from …
Read More »
What is tip rhinoplasty? Typically, tip rhinoplasty procedure involves modification of cartilage of the tip of the nose. Tip rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure of the tip of the nose to improve nasal function by repairing an existing defect or to enhance the appearance. Typically, tip rhinoplasty involves modification of cartilage of the tip of the nose, including excision (removal), …
Read More »
What is psoriasis? The exact cause of psoriasis is not completely understood. It appears to involve an interplay between a person’s genes, immune system and environment. Environmental factors. Psoriasis is a non-contagious disease of the skin in which the skin cells grow in numbers faster than normal, producing rashes on the body. Normally, the cells on the surface of the …
Read More »
What is a pretrichial brow lift? Excess sagging skin around the forehead causing drooping of the brows and wrinkling of the forehead is removed. A pretrichial brow lift can also be combined with a facelift. A pretrichial brow lift is a surgical procedure to correct the loss of soft tissue elasticity in the upper third of the face. The pretrichial …
Read More »
What is an occipital nerve stimulation procedure? Occipital nerve stimulation is a therapeutic procedure to implant an electrical device that diminishes the function of the occipital nerve (the nerve to the back of the head) with the intention of reducing daily headaches and persistent migraines. The device consists of electrodes connected with insulated leads to a pulse generator that delivers …
Read More »
What is CO2 laser skin resurfacing? CO2 laser skin resurfacing is a procedure involving the use of carbon dioxide (CO2) and a skin surface-removing laser (ablative laser) to remove scars, warts and deep wrinkles. CO2 laser skin resurfacing is a procedure involving the use of carbon dioxide (CO2) and a skin surface-removing laser (ablative laser) to remove scars, warts and deep wrinkles. …
Read More »
What is an epidural nerve block? An epidural nerve block is a procedure to block pain by injecting anesthetic medication into the epidural space. The epidural space is the area between the inner wall of the backbone (vertebral column) and the outermost of the three membranes (dura mater) that surround the spinal cord. An epidural nerve block is a procedure …
Read More »
What is an endoscopic breast augmentation? Breast augmentation is performed to increase breast size and structure by inserting implants under the breast tissue or chest muscles. Breast augmentation is performed to increase breast size and structure by inserting implants under the breast tissue or chest muscles. Silicone bags filled with silicone gel are most often used as implants. Endoscopy has …
Read More »
What is a video EEG test? Video EEG (electroencephalogram) monitoring is a specialized kind of real-time brain imaging used for diagnosing the cause of seizures. The patient is continuously monitored on a video while an EEG unit records their brain activity. Video EEG (electroencephalogram) monitoring is a specialized kind of EEG used for diagnosing the cause of seizures. The patient …
Read More »
