Cosmetic Ear Stapling (Otoplasty)

Otoplasty is the medical terminology for what most people refer to as ear surgery, ear plastic surgery, cosmetic ear surgery, and ear pinning surgery.

In this procedure the goal is to put prominent ears back closer to the head and/or reduce the size of large ears. This procedure most often is performed on children between 4 and 14 years in age. This surgery may be a medical necessity for some individuals. In these type cases the surgery may be covered by insurance.

The length of procedure usually runs 2 to 3 hours.
For this type procedure the patient, if a young child is given general anesthesia. Older children and adults are given a general or local anesthesia, with sedation.
Depending on the extent of the surgery a patient will normally undergo an outpatient surgery.

For most ear surgery operations the patient will experiences potential side effects consisting of throbbing, aching, swelling, redness, and numbness. All of which are temporary in their duration.
In addition there are other associated risks with this procedure that include the risk of infection of ear cartilage, excessive scarring, and blood clots requiring draining. Some surgeries could result in unequal or non-natural looking ears. In these and protrusion re occurrence cases, additional surgery could be required.

For most patients the recovery time needed should be between 5 to 7 days.
It will be necessarily to avoid strenuous activity and contact sports for 1 or more months.

In this procedure the results are typically permanent in nature.


Read more about Cosmetic Ear Stapling. Alan Hood is a contributing writer at Houston Medical Center
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A Vital List of Average Prices and Times

Botox:
Average price UK: £300 per treatment
Average price US: $600 per treatment
In the doctor's clinic: 5-10 minutes
Back to work: Immediately
Return to normal Activities: Immediately
Best results: Within a week

Browlift:
Average price UK: £4,500
Average price US: $8,500
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: 1-2 nights
Off work: 3 weeks
Return to normal activities: Within 2 weeks
Best results: 4-6 months

Buccal Fat Removal:
Average price UK: £2,500
Average price US: $3,000
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: Day case
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: Within 2 weeks
Best results: After 3 months

Calf Implants:
Average price UK: £4,500
Average price US: $8,000
Time in theatre: 2 hours
Time in hospital: overnight stay
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: Within 2 weeks
Best results: After 3 months

Cheek Implants:
Average price UK: £4,500
Average price US: $7,500
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: overnight stay
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: within 2 weeks
Best results: 2 months

Chemical Peel- Phenol:
Average price UK: £1,500
Average price US: $3,500
Time in doctor's clinic: 30-45 minutes
Time in hospital: No overnight stay
Off work: 2 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 6-8 months

Chin Augmentation (Implant):
Average price UK: £4,000
Average price US: $7,500
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: Overnight stay
Off work: 10 days
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 3 months

Chin Osteotomy (reduction):
Average price UK: £4,000
Average price US: $7,000
Time in theatre: 1 hour or more
Time in hospital: Overnight stay
Off work: 10 days
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 3 months

Collagen:
Average price UK: £400 plus per session
Average price US: $450 plus per session
Time in doctor's clinic: 15-30 mins
Time in hospital: None
Off work: 0-2 days
Return to normal activities: 24 hours
Best results: 2 days

Dermabrasion:
Average price UK: £2,250
Average price US: $3,750
Time in theatre: 30-45 minutes
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending on patient recovery
Off work: 2-3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 4 months

Ear Correction Surgery (otoplasty):
Average price UK: £3,500
Average price US: $6,500
Time in theatre: 45 minutes
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending on recovery
Off Work: 2-7 days
Return to normal activities: 14 days
Best results: 3 months+

Endoscopic Browlift:
Average price UK: £5,000+
Average price US: $7,500+
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: 1-2 nights
Off work: 3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 3 months+

Eyelid Surgery(Blepharoplasty):
Average price UK: £4,000
Average price US: $6,500
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending upon recovery
Off work: 3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 6 months+

Facelift:
Average price UK: £6,500
Average price US: $10,000
Time in theatre: 2 hours+
Time in hospital: 2 nights
Off work: 2-3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 3 weeks
Best results: 4 months+

Fat Transfer:
Average cost UK: £600
Average cost US: $1,300
Time in theatre: 15 minutes
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 1-3 days
Return to normal activities: 3 days
Best results: 2 months+

Hair Transplant:
Average cost UK: £3,000-4,500
Average cost US: $3,750-7,000
Time in theatre: 2-3 hours
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 1-3 days
Return to normal activities: 1 week
Best results: 3 months+

Injectable fillers(Restylane, Hylaform, Silicone etc):
Average cost UK: £400+
Average cost US: $500+
Time in doctor's clinic: 15-30 minutes
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 0-2 days
Return to normal activities: 24 hours
Best results: 2 days+

Inverted Nipple Correction:
Average price UK: £2,000
Average price US: $3,500
Time in theatre: 15 minutes
Time in hospital: 0-1 night
Off work: 1 day
Return to normal activities: 2 days
Best results: 2 months+

Isolagen:
Average price UK: £2,800-£4,500
Time in doctor's clinic: 30 minutes x 4 sessions
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 0
Return to normal activities: Straight away as long as you take care of the treated area
Best results: seen within 3-4 months

Laser Surgery:
Average price UK: £5,000 for treatment of the whole face
Average price US: $9,600 for treatment of the whole face
Time in theatre: 45 minutes
Time in hospital: 0-1 night
Off work: 2-3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 6 months+

Lip Enhancement Through Reposition:
Average price UK: £2,500
Average price US: $4,500
Time in theatre: 45 minutes
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending on patient recovery
Off work: 10 days
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 12 months+

Lip Implant:
Average price per area UK: £750
Average price per area US: $1,000
Time in doctor's clinic: 30-45 minutes
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 3 days
Return to normal activities: 1 week
Best results: 6 weeks+

Liposuction or Liposculpture:
Average price UK: £2,500+
Average price US: $3,750+
Time in theatre: this depends upon the size and area which is being treated. It could range from 30-90 minutes
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending upon recovery
Off work: 1-2 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 3-6 months+

Male Breast Reduction:
Average price UK: £2,500
Average price US: $4,500
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending upon recovery
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 6 months+

Mole Removal:
Average price UK: from £150
Average price US: from $200
Time in doctor's clinic: 30-45 minutes
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 0
Return to normal activities: depending on site treated, usually immediately
Best results: 12 months+

Mesotherapy:
Average price UK: £150+ per session
Average price US: $350+ per session
Time in doctor's clinic: 30-60 mins. It requires more than one session and must be spread out over a period of 2 weeks
Time in hospital: day case
Off Work: 0
Return to normal activities: Immediately
Best results: After the final session

Nose Reshaping (Rhinoplasty):
Average price UK: 4,000
Average price US: $6,500
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: overnight stay
Off work: 2 weeks
Return to normal activities: 2 weeks
Best results: 12 months+

Pectoral Implants:
Average price UK: £4,000
Average price US: $6,000
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: overnight stay
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: 4 weeks
Best results: 3 months+

Penile Enhancement:
Average price UK: £4,500
Average price US: $6,000
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: 0-1 night depending upon patient recovery
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: As directed by surgeon
Best results: 1 month+

Retin-A:
Average price UK: £40 per tube
Average price US: $65 per tube
Time in theatre/clinic: 0
Time in hospital: 0
Off work: 0
Return to normal activities: Straight away
Best results: its effects improve with continual use and time

Retinova:
Average price UK: £40 per tube
Average price US: $65 per tube
Time in theatre/clinic: 0
Time in hospital: o
Off work: o days
Return to normal activities: straight away
Best results: its effects improve with continual use and time

Scar Revision (z-plasty or w-plasty):
Average cost UK: £500+
Average cost US: $750+
Time in theatre: Can vary depending on the type and location of the scar
Time in hospital: As above
Off work: As above
Return to normal activities: As above
Best results: As above

Scalp Reduction:
Average cost UK: £3,000
Average cost US: $5,500
Time in theatre: 45-60 mins
Time in hospital: day case
Off work: 1-3 days
Return to normal activities: 1 week
Best results: 3 months+

Tattoo Removal:
Average price UK: £1,000
Average price US: $750+
Time in theatre/clinic: Can vary depending on size and location of tattoo
Time in hospital: Same as above
Off Work: Same as above
Return to normal activities: Same as above
Best results: Same as above

Thigh and Buttock Lift:
Average price UK: £6,000
Average price US: $8,500
Time in theatre: 2 hours
Time in hospital: overnight stay
Off work: 2-3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 3 weeks
Best results: 12 months+

Tummy Tuck:
Average price UK: £6,500
Average price US: $10,000
Time in theatre: 2 hours
Time in hospital: 2 nights+
Off work: 3 weeks
Return to normal activities: 4-6 weeks
Best results: 12 months+

Upper Arm Lift (Brachial Lipectomy):
Average price UK: £4,500
Average price US: $5,750
Time in theatre: 1 hour
Time in hospital: overnight stay
Off work: 1 week
Return to normal activities: 3 weeks
Best results: 12 months+

cheek Augmentation (implants)

What is a cheek implant? Cheek implants happen to be a top-notch method of improving and augmenting the contours of the face. For plumping up cheeks there’s more than one form of implant; each has different kinds of materials. Here are a few reasons why you’d want to get cheek implants.

At a fundamental level, cheek implants (also called cheek augmentation) help improve a person’s facial looks and boost self-esteem. Cheek implants let a face develop a more proportional and balanced appearance. Cheek implants on older patients allow a face a fuller look, especially if the face is looking sunken in, drawn, or aged. At times younger patients having flat cheekbones go for cheek implants to get the high cheekbone look of fashion models.

Lift and fullness are the top reasons for making a choice to go under the knife and have cheek implants done. Cheek implants can be implanted laterally, frontally, or sometimes even both. The first consultation a patient has with the surgeon will identify what is required for her to get the desired look.

There are, of course, risks for any type of cosmetic surgery procedures. Bruising, bleeding, infection, numbness, scarring and swelling are an issue with any operation undertaken. The risks specific to check augmentation include the possibility the cheek implant could spontaneously shift location in the face, and that the patient won’t be happy with their new facial look after it is done.

Cheek augmentation comes in five different types of materials. The choices are hydroxyapatite, silastic, gore-tex, polyethylene, and cadaver bone. Hydroxyapatite is a ceramic that resembles sea coral and is chemically similar to bone and hard tissue. Silastic is an inert silicone rubber, that is both solid and flexible and is used for prosthetics. Polyethylene also looks like coral but it is a plastic. Yes, Gore-tex is actually the same material that is used to manufacture raincoats; one of it’s advantage is that it does not get rejected by the body and so is permanent. The last, cadaver bone is self-evident. It is sterilized bone that is taken from human donors who have passed away.

Cheek augmentation can be performed in different methods and as previously noted, the needs of each patient will be the final factor as to what method the surgeon settles on. In general, what occurs during cheek implant surgery is that a “pocket” is created over the tissue of the cheek, which enables the implant to properly fit inside. The implant incision is put in one of three places- the conjunctiva (or inner surface of the eye), inside the mouth or in the crease lines outside the eye. The cheek implants may be either solid or porous, and that depends on the patient also.
Cheek implant surgery is most often done on an outpatient basis and is conducted under either general or local anesthetic, whichever the patient prefers. Cheek augmentation surgery takes an average of 45 to 60 minutes to perform.
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A 5 Minute Nose Job!

Most people are not completely satisfied with their noses. For many people changing the shape of the nose involves having nose surgery, also known as rhinoplasty. Rhinoplasty is performed in the operating room and lasts typically 1- 3 hours.

A relatively new procedure performed by many plastic surgeons is non-surgical rhinoplasty. This is a minimally invasive procedure that takes less than 5 minutes to perform. Non-surgical rhinoplasty is performed in the office using no anesthesia. Using a small needle, a tissue filler such as Restylane is injected in two areas of the nose. The result is that hump is hidden and appears to be rotated and better defined. The improved shape of the nose is obvious immediately. Visit our website to view before and after photographs of rhinoplasty patients.
The results of injections may last as long as 6-8 months. Various injectable agents are available with different duration time. Bruising is rare and swelling is minimal. Patients may return to work the same day. Non-surgical rhinoplasty is a great option for patients who do not want surgery and wish immediate results with almost no recovery. Prior to the procedure patients are ask to avoid taking Aspirin, Motrin, Advil, or other medications that may promote bruising. This procedure is frequently combined with injection of the tissue filler in the face to decrease the appearance of smile lines and wrinkles. Some patients prefer to undergo lip augmentation at the same time. After trying non-surgial rhinoplaty, certain patients may later to decide to have permanent changes and request a formal surgical rhinoplasty.
Vladimir Grigoryants, MDPlastic Surgeon, Glendale CA
(800)540-0508http://www.vgplasticsurgery.com/
Los Angeles plastic surgeon specializing in Los Angeles rhinoplasty.
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Rhinoplasty (Nose job)

What is it?
Nose jobs are not just for women. Many men find that a rhinoplasty operation can improve their facial appearance dramatically, and plastic surgeons are learning more about how to make men look they way they want to. Rhinoplasty for men is a growing trend, and it looks like it will continue growing in the future. As with most procedures, it is an operation that will improve facial harmony and symmetry.

In regards to a nose job, a male's procedure should be approached differently to that of a woman's. There is little difference in the actual procedure itself. The main difference lies in the fact that what looks good for a man and what looks good for a woman are different.
The average angle between a person's nose is 90 to 120 degrees, but this too differs between the sexes. Women generally look better with a larger angle, while men usually prefer a smaller one. This is true also of the angle between the nose and the forehead. Men have more pronounced brows, and this has to be taken into consideration as well.
The most important thing for a person's nose, no matter whether they are male or female, is to be in harmony with the rest of their face. This balance is the key.

Am I a candidate?

Many men find themselves getting a nose job less for nose shaping than to downplay undesirable features of their nose. Some don't like their noses because they are just too big. This is a pretty common problem. A big nose, aside from just being unattractive, draws away from your face's other features. It tends to dominate the face, so that people looking at you don't see other features like your eyes, cheekbones or mouth.

The most common reason for rhinoplasty in men is to reduce the size of the nose, although that is not the only thing that a nose job can achieve.

Lots of guys go to the plastic surgeon for other nose alterations than reducing the size ...
For example, your nose may droop. A drooping nose can really hurt your profile, as well as give your face an over-all droopy appearance.

Another nose tip problem is what has often been referred to as the "ski jump" nose. This is a nose that points upward at the tip, generally considered an undesirable facial feature. Rhinoplasty can correct both of these conditions, while keeping the length and overall shape of your nose the same.

Many are unhappy with the bump in their nose. In the plastic surgery industry, this is called a "dorsal hump." A dorsal hump is particularly noticeable in profile, and it is a facial feature most feel they could do without.

Rhinoplasty is often employed to help out those who have trouble breathing because of the shape of their nose. This can be caused by a deformity in the shape of the nose, and rhinoplasty can take care of it.

Men often go to a plastic surgeon to fix a broken nose that never got back into shape just right. The truth is that one accident that knocks your nose out of place can leave its imprint for a lifetime. This is one of the areas where rhinoplasty for men is most successful.

The procedure
The procedure can either be done under general anaesthesia with sedation or under local anaesthetic. With most operations done through incision on the inside of the nose, some are done using small outside incisions. This is usually done when the width and flare of the nostrils are being modified. From here the surgeon is able to lift the skin separating it from the bone and cartilage, before working on reshaping the nose itself. The bridge of the nose may be filed down or a more dramatic reshaping may need careful repositioning of cartilage etc to achieve the desired result. The cartilage is then sculpted to refine the tip before the incisions are closed with stitches.

What are the risks?
Risks include:
- postoperative nasal bleeding
- infection

Risks here are pretty minimal, and the greatest risk of them all is disappointment. This usually occurs due to the patients' unrealistic expectations. Another issue is a communication breakdown between the patient and surgeon in regards to the desired result. IMPROVEMENT NOT PERFECTION Should be the goal of this operation.

What are the costs?
Average Cost UK: £4,000
Average cost US: $6,500

Additional Times
In the theatre: 1 hour
In the hospital: Overnight stay
Off work: for 2 weeks
Return to normal activities: Within 2 weeks
Desired Results: Within 12 months

For rhinoplasty, Dallas men who are unhappy with their noses need to research thoroughly. Talking with your plastic surgeon increases chances of success. A rhinoplasty specialist can give you the nose you want. http://www.usaplasticsurgery.com/

Five Criteria For A Good Rhinoplasty Candidate

Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a “nose job," is one of the most common procedures performed in the American and UK plastic surgery community. Even though rhinoplasty is very common, it is not appropriate for everyone. If you are interested in undergoing rhinoplasty, the guide below, including five important criteria for a rhinoplasty candidate, will help you to determine if the procedure is right for you.

No. 1: Your General Health
Before undergoing any surgery, you should consult with your physician about your general health and ability to undergo surgery. Even if you are relatively healthy, some medications may cause complications during surgery. If you are on any type of medication at all, speak with your doctor to see if your prescription might create such problems. If, however, your health has been poor, you may not be a good candidate for rhinoplasty. Even a minor infection can cause problems during your surgery or recovery phase.

So be sure to make sure you are in good health before going through with a rhinoplasty procedure. Candid discussions with both your physician and your surgeon will allow you to deduce whether or not you are in good enough health to undergo the surgery. Furthermore, if your health is quite poor, your surgeon should refuse to perform rhinoplasty.

No. 2 and 3: Your Emotional Wellness and Reasons for Getting Rhinoplasty
In dire emotional and psychological times, some people believe changing themselves on the outside will help them to cope with the problems on the inside. This is rarely, if ever, true. Rhinoplasty, and any other type of cosmetic surgery for that matter, will not help to heal a broken heart, cure depression or fill an emotional void. Be sure to check in with yourself about why you want to undergo rhinoplasty. If you find that you simply want to improve your looks, your comfort level or your health, then you are probably a good candidate for rhinoplasty.

No. 4: Your Age
It is important that adolescents and teenagers interested in rhinoplasty understand that it is best to wait until their face is finished developing before going through with the procedure. Whether youngsters want to undergo rhinoplasty for cosmetic or medical purposes, it is important for them to wait until their faces have matured. Most plastic surgeons recommend that girls wait until they have reached 14 or 15 to have rhinoplasty. The age is slightly later for boys. If a rhinoplasty is performed before an adolescent face has completely matured, a follow-up procedure may be required to correct any shifting that take place during the maturation process.
Not only can this create physical problems, but it can also double your rhinoplasty cost.

No.5: Your Expectations
Although rhinoplasty can significantly change your physical appearance, it is important to be realistic about what you can achieve through the surgery. Speak very frankly with your doctor about how you hope to look after your rhinoplasty procedure has been completed and the swelling has subsided. It is best to go into any plastic surgery expecting improvement, not perfection.
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Chin Implant (augmentation)

What is it?
This is a procedure whereby on may want to enhance his chin for either a more masculine look, better facial symmetry or balance, for example, an average sized nose may look out of proportion due to the small sized chin.

What is the procedure?
Here, there are a few options available, the first being where a silicone implant is used to enhance one's chin, the other being where the actual chin bone itself is slid forward (sliding genioplasty), and the final one being an injection of a small tissue filler to the area. The latter however is not permanent whereas the other two are.

For the implant procedure the patient is usually put under local anaesthesia plus sedation, or general anaesthetic. The implant is placed through a small incision in side the lower lip or just beneath the chin.

For the sliding genioplasty the surgery is also done under local anaesthesia plus sedation, or general anaesthetic. An incision is made through the bottom lip where the surgeon will then cut the bone with a sliding saw then pushing it forward. It is then held together by wires. Surgeons believe that this type of surgery offers the best long term results.
The injection filler procedure can easily be done within 15-30 minutes and offers an ideal solution for those who fear the surgeon's scalpel.

Am I a candidate?
The goal of the chin is to give greater definition to your chin and provide facial harmony and balance. A weak chin will make you nose look larger, and make your neck seem fleshy. This procedure can be used in conjunction with a face lift where the chin is underdeveloped or where shrinkage of soft tissue volume has taken place. In order to balance the face, those who are candidates for a chin augmentation may also be possible candidates for a rhinoplasty.
If the sliding genioplasty method is utilised, then the patient may also need dental realignment.

What are the risks?
Although minor there are risks associated with this procedure.
- You could get an infection during the operation. Oral hygiene is important
- Swelling and bruising after surgery can be extensive
- The sliding genioplasty is permanent whereas the implant can be removed. However there is always the opportunity for a corrective surgical procedure
- The chin implant may shift out of re-alignment thus requiring more surgery to rectify the problem

injectible fillers could be a great advantage here, if you don't like the look then at least you are comforted in knowing that its effect will only last a few months, however, if you like the new look you can then decide to continue with the injections or go for the one off operation thus saving you money in the long run.

What are the costs?
Average cost UK- £3,500- implants
- £4,000- genioplasty

Average cost US- $6,500- implants
- $7,000- genioplasty

Average Times
1 hour in the operating theatre
Overnight stay
Off work for 10 days
Return to normal activities in 2 weeks
Best results are seen in about 3 months