Patient Information1. OverviewGanglion cysts are the most common mass or lump in the hand. They most frequently develop on the back of the wrist but can occur in many other locations. These fluid-filled cysts can quickly appear, disappear and change size. They are not cancerous, often harmless and require no treatment. However, if the cyst …
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Hand Rejuvenation with Fat Grafting vs Fillers
Patient Information1. OverviewHand rejuvenation using fat grafting technique is an excellent way to reverse the clock and provides you with younger looking hands to match a balanced rejuvenated overall appearance. Therefore, many people find it most rewarding to combine face and hand fat injections to provide the most comprehensive rejuvenation program.2. Hand Fat Grafting vs …
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As we age, many changes occur that cause us to look older. Our skin loses its elasticity, and we begin to develop fine lines and wrinkles that are especially noticeable on our faces. In addition, the face tends to lose the fat tissue that creates its youthful plumpness, which leads to the formation of hollows …
Jaw Reshaping
Facial Feminization vs. Facial Masculinization Medically reviewed by Tuan A. Tran, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. | Written by Nhuhao Do on May 19th, 2021 Overview Jaw reshaping surgery is a combination of multiple surgical techniques used to reconstruct and feminize or masculinize the lower third of the face. Often, the masculine jawline is more square, sharper, and flatter at the base; while feminine jawline is typically more tapered, round at the edges and the chin is more …
Liposuction
Liposuction, also known as “lipoplasty”, is a surgical procedure performed by Dr. Tran in Westminster that eliminates excess fat from areas of the body that are difficult to target with diet and exercise. This procedure restores a more slender, attractive physique. Traditional liposuction is ultrasonic-assisted liposuction that provides skin tightening and fat removal at the …
Male Breast Reduction
Male breast reduction is a surgical procedure performed by Dr. Tran in Westminster and designed to eliminate enlarged breast tissue in males, known as “gynecomastia”. The presence of excess fat in male breasts can prevent men from achieving the firm, toned chest they desire. Gynecomastia surgery eliminates these “man-boobs” to produce more attractive chest contours, …
Mallet Finger
Patient Education Fig. 1 – Mallet finger injury with drooping of tip. 1. Overview Mallet finger is an injury to the thin tendon that straightens the end joint of a finger or thumb. This injury is also known as “baseball finger.” In which, an injury happens when an unyielding object (like a ball) strikes the …
Mommy Makeover
The Mommy Makeover is a combination of procedures performed by Dr. Tran in Westminster that address the undesirable effects pregnancy can have on a woman’s body. These effects may include sagging and deflated breasts, weakened abdominal muscles, loose skin on the abdomen, and the accumulation of excess fat on various areas of the body. Benefits of …
Neck Lift
Neck lift surgery corrects loose skin and vertical bands on the neck as well as sagging jowls along the jawline. This procedure performed by Dr. Tran in Westminster can remove excess fat, tighten the underlying neck muscle, and eliminate excess skin to improve the contour of the neck and jawline and create a more youthful …
Nose Surgery
Nose surgery, also known as “rhinoplasty”, is a procedure designed to improve the size and shape of the nose and/or correct breathing problems associated with the nasal passage. As the central feature of the face, the nose plays a significant role in determining overall facial harmony. Rhinoplasty helps create a nose that is in balance …
Onychomycosis (Nail Fungus)
Patient Information 1. Overview Onychomycosis, commonly known as fungal nail infections, can affect the fingernails or toenails. These infections can cause the nail to become discolored, thick, and brittle. 2. Symptoms Common symptoms of nails with a fungal infection include: White, yellow or brown discoloration Thickening of the nail Fragile or cracked Nail separation from …
Plastic Surgery After Major Weight Loss
Men and women who undergo major weight loss often find that they have excess accumulations of skin around their bodies. This skin can be both embarrassing and painful. When you put in a significant amount of effort and lose the weight, it can be disheartening to have not achieved the attractive body contours you desire. …