What is a calf augmentation procedure? Calf augmentation is a relatively safe procedure with low mortality and relatively few incidences of complications. Calf augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance the appearance of the leg. It usually involves placing an implant made of silicone over the muscles along the calf, usually performed by plastic and …
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What is Crohn’s disease? The early signs of Crohn's disease are low-grade fever, prolonged diarrhea, abdominal pain, and others Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease featuring chronic inflammation of the inner of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Patients experience periods of symptomatic relapse and remission. The presentation of the disease is variable; some stay symptom-free most of their lives, while …
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What is an inferior pedicle technique? The inferior pedicle technique is a surgical technique performed for breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty). The inferior pedicle technique is a surgical technique performed for breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty). “Pedicle method” means the surgeon leaves an attached tissue graft (pedicle) with nerves and blood vessels that supply the breast. A pedicle can be superior, lateral, …
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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 (rhinoplasties) performed in the United …
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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 …
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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), …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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. …
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