Understanding the Impact of Enlarged Tongue Base on Breathing and Well-Being
What should be done if an enlarged tongue base affects breathing and mental state? I have the following symptoms: 1. Frequent drowsiness and difficulty breathing during exercise. 2. Increased irritability, redness and swelling at the root of the tongue when the air quality is poo...
Dr. Jiang Baicong reply Plastic Surgery
Mr. Fei: For issues related to an enlarged base of the tongue affecting the body, it is more appropriate to consult an otolaryngologist! An enlarged base of the tongue can sometimes occur due to lying down, in which case the surgical procedure involves stabilizing the base of the...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Enlarged Tongue Base on Breathing and Well-Being
Can Surgery Change My Flat Facial Profile? Expert Insights on Options and Costs
Flat face? Hello, doctor. My face shape is wide and square, and from the side, my cheekbone width appears narrower than average, giving it a somewhat flat appearance. I do not have any occlusion issues and do not feel any abnormalities in my daily life. Is there a way to surgical...
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Hello Mr. 8850: The facial structure is typically divided into the upper third, middle third, and lower third. The area above the upper edge of the eye socket is considered the upper third, the area from the upper edge of the eye socket to the upper lip is the middle third, and t...[Read More] Can Surgery Change My Flat Facial Profile? Expert Insights on Options and Costs
Effective Scar Treatments: Understanding Keloids and Skin Lightening Options
Scar Hello Doctor: I have a scar from a fall I had previously. I bought a scar treatment cream; is it effective? Is the scar I have raised and bumpy a keloid? The scar has some dark spots; is there a way to lighten them? Otherwise, wearing a skirt looks so ugly! Thank you for you...
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Regarding Miss Xiao Xiao's wound from a fall, if it results in a prominent scar, it is usually due to a deeper injury, an infection in the wound care, or the wound being located in areas with greater tension, such as the knee, outer elbow, or ankle joints, which have a large...[Read More] Effective Scar Treatments: Understanding Keloids and Skin Lightening Options
Understanding Jawline Surgery: Effectiveness, Costs, and Trusted Surgeons in Taipei
excuse me? I have a square-shaped face and I'm unsure about the current effectiveness of cosmetic surgery for square faces. Generally, do experienced surgeons achieve satisfactory results after the procedure? How accurate is the computer simulation of the post-surgery appear...
Dr. Jiang Baicong reply Plastic Surgery
Mr. Yi: Regarding square-shaped faces, the field of cosmetic surgery in Taiwan is renowned worldwide, and the results are generally good. The only thing to be cautious about is to find a board-certified plastic surgeon in the Republic of China, as this is safer. The main reason i...[Read More] Understanding Jawline Surgery: Effectiveness, Costs, and Trusted Surgeons in Taipei
Choosing the Right Specialist for Facial Bone Surgery: Key Considerations
Square face Dear Dr. Jiang Baicong, Regarding facial bone surgery, should I schedule an appointment with a plastic surgery clinic or a craniofacial clinic? For surgeons experienced in this type of surgery, do postoperative complications typically resolve after some time? Is ther...
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Hello Ms. Jun: Regarding your question again, if you are at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, you should visit the craniofacial surgery outpatient clinic, such as with Director Chen Yu-Rui. Post-operative care requires some time, and the surgery is usually performed intraorally, whic...[Read More] Choosing the Right Specialist for Facial Bone Surgery: Key Considerations
Can Jaw and Cheekbone Surgery Slim Down a Wide Face?
Square face Hello: I have a large bone structure and a wide face... My face shape is broader than average, and it feels square. I read previous medical responses stating that the width of the face cannot be changed. I would like to know if reducing the cheekbones and shaving the ...
Dr. Jiang Baicong reply Plastic Surgery
Ms. Jun: Regarding square-shaped faces, they are often characterized by a prominent mandibular angle or an angle of the mandible that is too close to 90 degrees. The assessment requires examination, such as X-ray imaging to measure the angles of the cranial bones, to understand t...[Read More] Can Jaw and Cheekbone Surgery Slim Down a Wide Face?
Benefits and Risks of Placenta Extract Injections in Cosmetic Surgery
What are the benefits and drawbacks of placental extract? Long-term injection of placenta extract by mothers in Japan raises questions about its benefits and drawbacks. What are the advantages and disadvantages of placenta extract injections? What is the difference between inject...
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Mr. Yang: The benefits of injecting placental extract lie in maintaining stable hormone levels in the body, which helps women preserve their feminine characteristics. An excess of hormones can lead to diseases, while too little is also detrimental. The primary female hormones in ...[Read More] Benefits and Risks of Placenta Extract Injections in Cosmetic Surgery