Does Syphilis Infection Affect Recovery from Cosmetic Surgery?
Does syphilis infection affect the healing of surgical wounds? I underwent major cosmetic surgery on February 15th, which included liposuction, cheekbone reduction, and double eyelid surgery. However, on March 10th, my partner was diagnosed with syphilis, with RPR 1:4 and TPHA 12...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Syphilis has many symptoms and can also affect wounds. 2. Syphilis can be transmitted to others through wounds. 3. Penicillin should not have an effect on the wounds. 4. Syphilis may affect the healing process of wounds. 5. It is important to seek medical attention pro...[Read More] Does Syphilis Infection Affect Recovery from Cosmetic Surgery?
Will Cheekbone Contusion and Hematoma Heal After Drainage?
Will recovery occur after drainage of a hematoma caused by a zygomatic bone contusion? Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident on January 17, where I sustained an impact to my zygomatic bone. Half of my face was bruised, and my eye was swollen to the point of almost being unseeabl...
Dr. Lin Zhemin Reply:
A zygomatic bone contusion with hematoma has occurred, and while the bruising has subsided, the muscle contours appear unnatural when smiling. If there is no fracture to the bone, rehabilitation treatments such as massage and heat therapy can be utilized. However, if there is a z...[Read More] Will Cheekbone Contusion and Hematoma Heal After Drainage?
Can Lupus Patients Safely Undergo Cosmetic Surgery?
Can patients with lupus erythematosus undergo cosmetic surgery? Dear Dr. Lu, I am a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus and have been experiencing low white blood cell counts (around 2500 to 3500) for some time. Currently, due to severe winter-related blood inflammation, I...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
1. Surgery is not recommended when there is leukopenia, including cosmetic procedures. 2. Facial asymmetry is often related to dental issues; the side of the face that is favored for chewing tends to have better blood flow, resulting in a larger and higher appearance.[Read More] Can Lupus Patients Safely Undergo Cosmetic Surgery?
Can Facial Massage Fix Asymmetrical Cheekbones?
Uneven facial features, specifically the position of the cheekbones? If one of my cheekbones is larger than the other, will massage help restore balance?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The phenomenon of having one side of the face larger than the other is quite common. In addition to congenital factors, during puberty, frequently using one side of the teeth can enhance blood circulation on that side, leading to more noticeable growth. Typically, massage is inef...[Read More] Can Facial Massage Fix Asymmetrical Cheekbones?
Understanding Facial Asymmetry: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Facial asymmetry Hello Doctor: Since I was 15 years old, I have noticed a cracking sound on the left side when I open my mouth. Additionally, there is a difference in the extent to which I can open my mouth on both sides (the right side opens wider). My parents advised me to igno...
Dr. Dai Zongyi Reply:
Dr. Chen Kuo-Ding from Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital's Department of Plastic Surgery is an expert in this field... you can consult him.[Read More] Understanding Facial Asymmetry: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
How to Treat a Blood Clot on Your Cheek After a Facial Injury
Facial hematoma? Hello Dr. Shi: Recently, my face was hit by a baseball. There is a bruise near my cheekbone. How can I reduce it? What medication do you recommend applying? What precautions should I take?
Dr. Shi Wenbin Reply:
Hello, the first step is to rule out a zygomatic bone fracture, so please get an X-ray. If the bones are fine, apply ice to the affected area for the first 48 hours, then switch to heat therapy after that.[Read More] How to Treat a Blood Clot on Your Cheek After a Facial Injury
Concerns Over Unauthorized Macrolane Injections in Cosmetic Surgery
Administering Macrolane directly to the cheeks without the patient's consent? My sister went to a medical aesthetics clinic on December 3, 2009, to purchase a treatment for cheek augmentation and tear trough filling. The treatment consisted of SubQ 2 c.c. x 2 and Touch 0.5 c...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Basically, legal and approved medications should be used domestically. Of course, unapproved drugs in the market cannot be completely eliminated, possibly due to lower costs. Whether your sister's face has issues may not be absolutely related to legality; after all, her firs...[Read More] Concerns Over Unauthorized Macrolane Injections in Cosmetic Surgery
Understanding Craniofacial Surgery: Risks and Considerations for Facial Aesthetics
Craniofacial surgery This surgery is for individuals with less than severe facial shape issues. If one insists on undergoing this type of surgery, is the risk very high? Is this surgery a combination of orthognathic surgery and zygomatic bone surgery? The photos suggest that ther...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Orthognathic surgery is typically performed on patients with cleft lip and palate or congenital facial deformities. 2. All surgeries carry certain risks, and the risks are higher for individuals with poor health or multiple medical conditions. 3. An oval face is generally ...[Read More] Understanding Craniofacial Surgery: Risks and Considerations for Facial Aesthetics
Understanding Facial Swelling: Causes, Treatments, and Recovery Tips
The face feels swollen and tender when pressed firmly? I was quite busy for a while and ate less, and as a result, I felt that my cheekbones became more prominent. I started to press on my face randomly, which made it look noticeably strange. I also used my hands to apply pressur...
Dr. Shi Wenbin Reply:
Hello, netizen: Generally, it is unlikely to injure cartilage or bone simply through manual massage; however, soft tissues or microvessels may be damaged, leading to swelling. In the acute phase (within two to three days), you can apply ice, and afterward, you can start using hea...[Read More] Understanding Facial Swelling: Causes, Treatments, and Recovery Tips
Effective Treatments for Stretch Marks and Facial Dark Spots: Costs and Options
Stretch marks Hello Doctor: I have three children and have developed deep stretch marks. Is there any way to eliminate them? Would I need to be hospitalized, and what would the costs be? Additionally, I have dark spots on my face that I would like to address as well, but I would ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Stretch marks are caused by the rupture of subcutaneous tissue, resulting in pigmentation. Applying moisturizing creams such as "Tightening Cream" can help improve their appearance, but there is currently no solution for the torn areas. If the abdominal skin is very loo...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Stretch Marks and Facial Dark Spots: Costs and Options
Do Children with Facial Hematomas Always Need Surgery? Expert Insights
Does a child with a hematoma on the zygomatic bone always need surgery? (II) Good morning, Dr. Chou! Thank you for your response! The hematoma is located on the upper cheekbone of the child's right face, approximately the size of a 10 NT dollar coin. It occurred during an ac...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
On December 21, an accident occurred, and it has been one month since then. The recommended actions now are: 1. If the hematoma is large (approximately 3-4 cm in diameter) and feels like there is a "water balloon" under the skin (fluctuation), then incision and drainage...[Read More] Do Children with Facial Hematomas Always Need Surgery? Expert Insights
Cost of Custom Bone Implants for Fractured Cheekbones in Taiwan
Fractured bilateral zygomatic bones and self-pay issues? Dear Dr. Chou, I would like to inquire about the cost of artificial bone grafts for bilateral zygomatic fractures. How much would the out-of-pocket expense be for the artificial bone? Thank you, Dr. Chou, for your assista...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
What is "self-funded artificial bone"? Generally, fractures rarely require self-funded artificial bones. There is a type of "filler" that can be used for cheek augmentation, similar to silicone breast implants. The cost is approximately several tens of thousan...[Read More] Cost of Custom Bone Implants for Fractured Cheekbones in Taiwan
Managing Facial Trauma: Concerns and Solutions for Lip and Nerve Issues
How can we improve this? Hello: A year ago, I suffered a car accident that resulted in a defect of approximately 0.3 cm near the philtrum of my left upper lip. The doctor performed a flap surgery by cutting tissue from the left upper lip to the corner of the mouth and sutured it ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Facial paralysis occurring below the eyes may require further examination. If the paralysis is long-term and leads to atrophy, nerve grafting may be necessary. If the condition is not that severe, it is likely to improve gradually over time. For the lips, it is important to asses...[Read More] Managing Facial Trauma: Concerns and Solutions for Lip and Nerve Issues
Understanding Facial Asymmetry: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Facial bone malalignment? Doctor, I have a square-shaped face, and while my facial structure used to be relatively symmetrical, I've noticed that the differences in my facial bones have become more pronounced. My right cheekbone is wider and slightly higher than my left chee...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
It is recommended to first visit the orthopedic outpatient clinic or the oral surgery outpatient clinic for an examination. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Facial Asymmetry: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Can Jaw Surgery Correct Protruding Outer Eye Bone? Risks and Costs Explained
Facial bone surgery The outer edge of the bone at the lateral canthus of one eye is more prominent. Is it possible to perform a bone contouring surgery through an intraoral approach? What is the risk of injuring the facial nerve? How much budget should be prepared for the medical...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Prominent cheekbones can be surgically addressed through an intraoral approach; however, achieving perfect symmetry with the opposite side involves considerations related to the paranasal sinuses, which require a thorough evaluation. The risk of injuring the facial nerve is relat...[Read More] Can Jaw Surgery Correct Protruding Outer Eye Bone? Risks and Costs Explained
Correcting Facial Asymmetry: Options, Costs, and Top Surgeons
I'm sorry The size of my left and right face is uneven, and my cheekbones are noticeably asymmetric (right side higher than the left). This is not caused by hemifacial microsomia; my occlusion is considered normal. It is simply due to the right side of my cheekbone (specific...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
1. Is it necessary to only perform bone grinding surgery, or is a more complex osteotomy required? This must be evaluated and explained by a physician in person. 2. The cost will be around several hundred thousand New Taiwan Dollars. 3. I apologize for not being able to recommend...[Read More] Correcting Facial Asymmetry: Options, Costs, and Top Surgeons
Addressing Facial Asymmetry: Surgical Options and Specialist Recommendations
? The size of the left and right sides of the face is uneven, and the cheekbones are also highly asymmetrical (right side higher than the left). What should I do? If surgery is an option, what results can I expect? Which type of doctor should I consult?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Is it caused by what is known as hemifacial microsomia? In severe cases, this condition can even affect dental occlusion. Whether surgical correction is possible requires actual evaluation and discussion. Chang Gung Memorial Hospital's craniofacial surgery department is well...[Read More] Addressing Facial Asymmetry: Surgical Options and Specialist Recommendations
Exploring Jaw Reduction Surgery: Insights from Taiwan's Experts
Facial contouring surgery In terms of global standards, is bone reduction surgery considered advanced in Taiwan? I am also considering surgery in South Korea; do you have any advice on this? Which doctors in Taiwan are authorities in this field? Can surgery significantly improve ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Generally, Western individuals have a longer head shape from front to back, while Eastern individuals tend to have a wider shape, leading to a higher demand for jaw reduction surgeries in Eastern populations. Typically, there has been a greater focus on the ratio of the zygomatic...[Read More] Exploring Jaw Reduction Surgery: Insights from Taiwan's Experts
Understanding Zygomatic Bone Reduction: Benefits, Risks, and Recovery
Medial displacement of the zygomatic bone? First of all, thank you, doctor, for answering my questions. Recently, I visited the craniofacial department at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, and the doctor mentioned that my occlusion is quite nice and my masseter muscles are relatively...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Mr. Hesitation: If your issue is with prominent cheekbones, particularly at the zygomatic arch, surgery in this area indeed carries a higher risk of damaging the facial nerve. To address this, procedures such as medialization of the zygomatic arch or rotation of the arch require ...[Read More] Understanding Zygomatic Bone Reduction: Benefits, Risks, and Recovery
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...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
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