How to Address a Long Face and Jawline Concerns in Cosmetic Surgery
Facial contouring I have a long face, and my lower jaw is slightly more prominent when I bite down, but it's not very severe. I'm quite satisfied with my facial features, but I feel that my face shape is a flaw. My long face looks unattractive in photos, and I envy how ...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
The face is long, and during occlusion, the mandible is more prominent, although it's not very severe. I'm unsure about the occlusion. Typically, when the mandible is more prominent, the dental occlusion often corresponds to Class III malocclusion. At this point, it...[Read More] How to Address a Long Face and Jawline Concerns in Cosmetic Surgery
Is Dr. Luo's Clinic Only in Hsinchu or Available in Taichung?
Seek medical attention? Does Dr. Luo only have outpatient services at Hsinchu Hospital? Is there any availability in the Taichung area?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: Yes, I only have outpatient services at Hsinchu Hospital. There are quite a number of plastic and cosmetic surgeons in the Taichung area, and any plastic surgeon recognized by the Taiwan Society of Plastic Surgery possesses professional qualifications.[Read More] Is Dr. Luo's Clinic Only in Hsinchu or Available in Taichung?
Cost of Breast Augmentation with Liposuction: What to Expect
Breast augmentation Could you please tell me the typical cost of liposuction and breast augmentation surgery? I currently have a size 30A and would like to achieve a size 32C. Thank you very much!
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: The Taiwanese Society of Plastic Surgery does not encourage breast augmentation using fat grafting from liposuction, as a significant amount of fat implantation can lead to partial fat necrosis and subsequent calcification. This calcification can interfere with future brea...[Read More] Cost of Breast Augmentation with Liposuction: What to Expect
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
Effective Treatments for Hypertrophic Burn Scars: Options and Costs
How to remove burn scars? I suffered a burn from lard on my knee during childhood, which has resulted in a hypertrophic scar that has persisted for over thirty years. Are there methods to remove it? What would the treatment involve? Approximately how much would it cost?
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Burns resulting in hypertrophic scars on the knee that have persisted for over thirty years can be problematic, especially since this area is subject to frequent movement, making it prone to hypertrophic scarring. It is important to assess the extent of the hypertrophic scar on t...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Hypertrophic Burn Scars: Options and Costs
Will Nerve Cutting Surgery Cause Uneven Calf Size? Insights and Concerns
Will nerve transection surgery cause the two legs to become uneven in size? Hello, Dr. Luo. Based on your previous answer, I would like to ask further about whether the use of nerve transection surgery to induce atrophy of the gastrocnemius muscle to slim the calves could result ...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: Generally, the degree of atrophy in both legs will be consistent. It will not affect normal walking. In order to slim the legs at the expense of certain muscle functions, our Hsinchu Hospital does not currently offer such services. However, the injection of botulinum toxin...[Read More] Will Nerve Cutting Surgery Cause Uneven Calf Size? Insights and Concerns
Understanding Nerve Cutting Surgery for Calf Slimming: Key Considerations
Could you please provide more details or specify your question regarding nerve transection surgery? Hello, Dr. Luo. Based on your previous answer, I would like to ask some additional questions. If a neurotomy procedure leads to atrophy of the gastrocnemius muscle, could the degre...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: Generally, the degree of atrophy in both legs will be consistent. It will not affect normal walking. Our Hsinchu Hospital does not currently offer services that sacrifice certain muscle functions for the purpose of slimming the legs. However, we do provide botulinum toxin ...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Cutting Surgery for Calf Slimming: Key Considerations
Can I Consult You for Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery?
How to Doctor, have you performed a small needle excision surgery? Is it possible to come to you for treatment for a lesion in the chest?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: This is indeed a significant question. From your message, it's unclear what issue you are addressing—are you dealing with a breast tumor or seeking cosmetic surgery? The techniques in plastic surgery are particularly focused on minimizing the size of incisions, which ...[Read More] Can I Consult You for Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery?
Can Liposuction Help Improve Carrot Legs Appearance?
Can liposuction improve the appearance of "carrot legs"? Hello Dr. Luo, I would like to ask about my concern regarding "carrot legs." I'm wondering if liposuction or other cosmetic procedures could help improve this issue. I have a relatively small frame ...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: If what you refer to as "carrot legs" is caused by well-developed muscles, especially when it becomes more pronounced during tiptoeing, then liposuction cannot improve this condition. It is necessary to utilize surgical procedures such as nerve transection or bot...[Read More] Can Liposuction Help Improve Carrot Legs Appearance?
Calf Muscle Excision Surgery: Costs, Scarring, and Experience
Gastrocnemius muscle excision surgery Have you performed gastrocnemius muscle excision surgery? What is the cost? Will there be any scarring?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: To improve "carrot legs," one can achieve slimmer calves by inducing atrophy of the medial gastrocnemius muscle. There are two methods: The first involves severing the nerves that innervate the muscle, causing it to become inactive and subsequently atrophy. This ...[Read More] Calf Muscle Excision Surgery: Costs, Scarring, and Experience
Post-Surgery Scars: Understanding Complications and Care
Post-surgical scars Hello Doctor: I had surgery to remove a follicular cyst in early February, and since then I have been using adhesive bandages on the wound. The wound has healed. Recently, I noticed something that looks like a pimple at the site of the previous cyst, with a wh...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
I recently had surgery to remove a follicular tumor on my hand, and the wound has healed. Recently, at the site of the previous tumor, there is something that looks like a pimple, which may be a sebaceous cyst. This is not caused by an infection of the scar! It could be due to th...[Read More] Post-Surgery Scars: Understanding Complications and Care
Understanding Small Face Syndrome: Growth Changes and Surgery Insights
Small face syndrome My question: "Small face syndrome" refers to the mandible area, and the anterior fontanelle of the brain does not close prematurely. Will the growth of the face significantly change or change less noticeably by the age of 16-18? For this type of cosm...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
"Small face syndrome" refers to issues related to the mandible. The optimal time for surgical correction is after the age of 16-18, as the growth of the mandible becomes less pronounced at this stage. If there are no issues with dental occlusion, it is essential to iden...[Read More] Understanding Small Face Syndrome: Growth Changes and Surgery Insights
Laser Treatment for Permanent Nail Root Surgery: What to Expect
Radical surgery for onychomycosis? Does your hospital perform radical surgery for ingrown toenails? Specifically, using laser treatment to ablate the sides of the nail matrix to prevent the nail from growing into the skin.
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: When a nail becomes ingrown severely, it can lead to the formation of a localized abscess and significant pain. A surgical procedure can be performed by incising the skin on both sides of the nail base to partially excise the tissue where the nail grows, followed by suturi...[Read More] Laser Treatment for Permanent Nail Root Surgery: What to Expect
Where to Find Acupuncture Breast Enhancement and Its Costs?
Hello, I have a question I would like to ask the doctor? Cosmetic physician, I would like to ask where I can find acupuncture breast enhancement services? What is the approximate cost? I really want to know. I heard from my friend that only hospitals offer this. Is that true? Tha...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: As far as I know, the specialists affiliated with the Taiwanese Society of Plastic Surgery have not yet utilized acupuncture for breast augmentation treatments, so you may need to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.[Read More] Where to Find Acupuncture Breast Enhancement and Its Costs?
Correcting Teeth and Facial Contours: A Guide to Orthodontics and Surgery
Orthodontics and facial contouring? Hello, my lower back teeth are all tilted to the left. I had my molars extracted on both sides when I was in elementary school, and I did not subsequently get dentures, which has resulted in my jaw and facial shape being asymmetrical. Currently...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Indeed, tooth extraction can sometimes lead to issues with the gums and alveolar bone! In your case, it would be advisable to first undergo special X-ray imaging at the hospital (cephalometric and panoramic views). Additionally, a dental impression can be taken to create a model ...[Read More] Correcting Teeth and Facial Contours: A Guide to Orthodontics and Surgery
Understanding Mild Facial Asymmetry: Surgery Options and Costs
Small face syndrome In cases of mild facial asymmetry, if the facial size is not significantly noticeable at present, it is uncertain whether it will improve or remain the same as the individual grows older. Regarding cosmetic surgery, it may be suitable depending on the specific...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Facial growth, particularly the growth of facial bones, typically continues until the ages of 16 to 18. The facial skeleton includes the frontal bone, nasal bone, zygomatic bone, maxilla, mandible, and others. It is unclear which specific part you are referring to regarding "...[Read More] Understanding Mild Facial Asymmetry: Surgery Options and Costs
Concerns About Synthetic Fat Injections: How to Remove and Costs Involved
Dreaming..? Ten years ago, I was taken to a beauty salon by a friend and had synthetic fat injected into my breasts. After getting married and having children, my breasts have become hard as a rock, and I'm worried about potential complications. I have lost my appetite and f...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: There is no such thing as synthetic artificial fat. The substances injected into your body may be liquid silicone or wax, which have long been banned due to complications such as hardening and infection, similar to what you are currently experiencing. The only solution is ...[Read More] Concerns About Synthetic Fat Injections: How to Remove and Costs Involved
Correcting Facial Asymmetry: Options and Costs for Surgery
Face shape Hello, my face shape has an uneven jawline, and my eyes are also asymmetrical. My nose and mouth are all tilted to one side. I am very troubled by this. I wonder if undergoing jaw surgery or bone reduction could solve my problem. Which hospital should I look for, and w...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Hello: The facial shape shows a crooked jaw on one side, and the eyes are uneven, with one higher than the other. The nose and mouth are also tilted to the same side. If the eyebrows are uneven, it suggests a similar issue. It is important to note how long these symptoms have bee...[Read More] Correcting Facial Asymmetry: Options and Costs for Surgery
Why Does My Right Cheek Look Swollen? Understanding Facial Asymmetry
My right face is more swollen? I like to use two mirrors to look at my profile when I have some free time. Every time I look at my left side, I think I look quite handsome! (Really! ^^) It seems that aside from a few pimples, there are no major issues. However, when I gradually m...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Hello, Ayou: If the skeleton is symmetrical and the framework is not misaligned, but the right side of the face is also "swollen" and the right corner of the mouth is drooping more than the left, this is essentially a condition related to soft tissues! Generally, it is ...[Read More] Why Does My Right Cheek Look Swollen? Understanding Facial Asymmetry
Can Jaw Alignment Issues Be Corrected Through Plastic Surgery?
Malocclusion of the teeth..? Hello Dr. Jiang: First of all, I want to thank you for your previous response. I would like to ask again, if my suspected hemifacial microsomia is caused by dental malocclusion, can it be corrected through plastic surgery? I have previously visited a ...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Apologies: The cost is determined by the complexity and intricacy of the surgery. Please be sure to communicate with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Jiang Bai-Cong.[Read More] Can Jaw Alignment Issues Be Corrected Through Plastic Surgery?