Many people experience shortness of breath caused by nasal congestion. Even a slight narrowing of the nasal valves can lead to a significant reduction in airflow, causing breathing issues. When the thin wall between the nasal passages is displaced to one side, it causes a deviated septum, which in turn results in nasal obstruction.
Symptoms of Nasal Obstruction
A nasal valve is the triangular area that makes up the nasal passage. It is formed by the septum, the turbinates, and the lateral walls.
The septum is the narrow vertical ridge of bone and cartilage that separates the nostrils. Turbinates are tissues that help […]
As we age, the muscles surrounding our eyelids get weaker, resulting in the accumulation of fat above and below the eyelids. Droopy eyelids with excess skin, muscle, and fat can significantly drag down a person’s appearance, making them look older. Sagging skin can also impact vision. To help our patients address these problems, Dr. Compton performs blepharoplasty.
Blepharoplasty for More Youthful-Looking Eyes
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is performed to correct deformities and defects impacting the eyelids. Some common problems that a blepharoplasty can address are droopy upper eyelids, excess skin on the upper and lower eyelids, and ugly undereye bags.
To achieve the […]
In recent times, cosmetic anti-aging procedures have gained mainstream acceptance. Many of these procedures focus on facial rejuvenation, aiming to restore the youthful appearance of the face.
Facial rejuvenation can be achieved through surgical and/or non-surgical procedures, which have varied invasiveness and depth of treatment. While some prefer less invasive treatments like dermal fillers and injections, only surgical facial rejuvenation offers longer-lasting results.
Rhytidectomy
A rhytidectomy, more commonly known as a facelift, is cosmetic surgery used to smooth away wrinkles and age lines in order to create a more youthful appearance. It involves the removal of excess facial skin, the tightening of underlying […]
Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxic protein produced by the Clostridium Botulinum bacterium and related species. The toxin is used commercially in research, medicine, and cosmetics. Purified commercial forms of this toxin are available on the market. One form is a popular product known as Botox.
There are eight types of Botulinum toxins, types A through H. Botox is a prescription chemical that is derived from Botulinum toxins type A and type B.
Botox is used primarily to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It is also used to treat problems such as cervical dystonia (repetitive neck spasm), hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), overactive bladder, chronic […]
A well-defined jawline is a very attractive feature. If you look at famous models and actors, most of them have well-defined jawlines.
Men often use facial hair to mask a badly defined jawline. If you are unhappy with your double chin and softer jawline, fear not – there is a way you can get rid of it. The solution is submental liposuction.
What Is Submental Liposuction?
Liposuction is a method of removing excess fat through medical suction. Liposuction performed under the chin (in the submental region) is referred to as submental liposuction. It can be used to effectively contour the chin, neck, and […]
Your neck has a considerable impact on the way you look. A long and slender neck turns heads and can be the confidence booster you’ve always wanted. On the other hand, a saggy neck looks anything but pretty and can drag down a person’s appearance, making them look older.
Many people with youthful-looking faces forget that a youthful face paired with an older-looking neck just doesn’t look right. Thankfully, cosmetic science has a solution that works for people who have tried almost everything to get a youthful-looking neck.
Today, surgeons all over the world perform neck lifts as part of facelift procedures. […]
Nobody likes to age, especially in our extremely image-conscious culture. We tend to celebrate youth and beauty more than most things, and in times like these, age lines and wrinkles can cause a lot of stress and self-image issues.
Wrinkles near the lips, nose, and corners of the mouth make us look older than we actually are. This can be especially true of the nasolabial folds, those harsh creases that stretch down from the sides of the nose to the sides of the lips.
Age lines appear when the production of collagen and elastin proteins declines, leaving the skin lacking in volume. […]
The average human body undergoes many changes with age. Some of the most significant changes happen to the skin. For example, the rate of skin-tissue regeneration slows down and so does the skin-cell turnover.
There is nothing we can do to stop these changes. However, there are ways to slow them down. Certain medical treatments can slow down the more obvious symptoms of aging. One such treatment is the chemical peel.
Chemical peels are exfoliation treatments that are capable of improving the appearance and health of your skin. By eliminating dead and damaged skin cells, they allow for the faster regeneration of […]
Rhinoplasty is a term referring to plastic surgery performed on the nose. This procedure is also commonly referred to as a nose job. A secondary rhinoplasty, or revision rhinoplasty as it is sometimes called, is a corrective nasal surgery performed to alter the unsatisfactory results of a previous rhinoplasty.
What Can a Revision Rhinoplasty Do?
Revision rhinoplasty consists of minor corrections and a few tweaks to the external and/or internal nasal architecture. These changes resolve issues experienced by the patient.
Sometimes, functional issues that weren’t present before the primary operation present themselves. A revision rhinoplasty is then undergone to correct those issues.
In other […]
Undergoing Mohs surgery can be a highly challenging moment in your life. Whether it’s the physical strain or the emotional stress, you may find yourself feeling tired and worn out as a result of the procedure. During this stressful time, we offer expert skin reconstruction to help you return to normal.
Restoring Your Natural Beauty After Mohs Surgery
During Mohs surgery, your cancerous growth is removed, along with a small margin of the healthy tissue. This prevents further relapse. In some cases, basic wound cleaning and suturing treatments are sufficient.
In many cases, however, Mohs surgery creates a large wound, or gap, in […]
