Cosmetic Enhancements…a Wedding Party Trend

Posted in Cosmetic Enhancements, Cosmetic Surgery, Rhinoplasty | Posted By - Dr. Solomon

Dr. Solomon discusses a growing trend of bridal parties getting cosmetic enhancements from Botox, Facial Fillers and even cosmetic Surgery. The commonest procedures Dr. Solomon sees amongst wedding parties include lip and cheek enhancement with restylane fillers and botox treatments to reduce the lines between and around the eyes. The most common surgery requests from [...]

Ultra Pulse Fractionated C02 Laser and Uses in Cosmetic Rhinoplasty

Patient Question:
I have thick skin and want Cosmetic Rhinoplasty to improve the appearance of my nose.  I have seen a few surgeons who have told me I have thick skin and surgery will be difficult.  What does Dr Solomon recommend for patients with Thick Skin requesting cosmetic rhinoplasty?
Dr. Solomon’s Answer: 
Every patient hoping to undergo [...]

Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery – Nasal Tip Deprojection

Posted in Rhinoplasty | Posted By - Dr. Solomon

Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery – Original Articles
Winter 2008, Volume 16 Issue 4: 224-227
Transfixion incision as an initial technique in nasal tip deprojection
P Solomon, R Rival, A Mabini, J Boyd
BACKGROUND: The overprojected nasal tip presents a significant challenge to the surgeon performing rhinoplasty. Full transfixion incision as a means of dealing [...]

Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery

Posted in Plastic Surgery, Rhinoplasty | Posted By - Dr. Solomon

Dr Solomon’s article on Rhinoplasty was recently published in the Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery.  The article reviewed the effects of certain procedures and the surgical outcomes.  Dr Solomon’s on going research in Rhinoplasty helps improve patient outcomes.  His contribution to medical research also helps other surgeons in the field improve their Rhinoplasty skills.

Have you Performed Rhinoplasty on Asians?

Posted in Rhinoplasty | Posted By - Dr. Solomon

Patient Question:
Have you performed any rhinoplasty and/or septoplasty on Asians in the past. I would like to see examples of their results.
Answer Dr. Solomon
I have performed many Asian Rhinoplasty surgeries. Asian and African American noses share a few common elements. There is often a low bridge. Lack of nasal tip projection and often thick nasal [...]

Does Prior Injury Weaken the Nose?

Posted in Rhinoplasty | Posted By - Dr. Solomon

Patient Question:
I have injured my nose a number of times and want rhinoplasty surgery. Is the nose weakened as a result of the prior injuries. Would this make rhinoplasty more difficult?
Dr Solomon Answer:
Prior nasal injuries can weaken the nose. The underlying structures including the nasal septum and the cartilage and bone that make up the [...]