EYES
Asian eyelid surgery
Asian eyelid surgery refers to a procedure to create a double eyelid fold that is typically absent in many Asians. The goal is to create an aesthetic eyelid crease that appears natural and balanced to a patients eye shape and ethnicity. There are 2 main techniques: Incisional and Suture. Patients may be candidates for one or the other depending on their eyelid anatomy, age, and expectations.
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Eyelid surgery (Eyelid lift or Blepharoplasty)
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is an effective way to reduce dark circles or “bags” under the eyes, remove excess wrinkles or skin in both upper and lower eyelids, and to provide a more youthful appearance. Blepharoplasty is often performed in conjunction with other facial rejuvenation procedures such as facelifts or browlifts.
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EARS
Ear pinning (Otoplasty)
The most common elective ear surgeries involve the “pinning back” of enlarged or prominent ears. Prominent ears are the classically described “Dumbo” ears. Surgical re-positioning, or otoplasty, involves the reshaping of ears and correction of the prominence.
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Ear Reconstruction
Ear reconstruction refers to a series of procedures to correct deformed ears or to create a new one due to congenital (at birth) or acquired (trauma) absence. These are often times complex reconstructions that require multiple surgeries, but can provide dramatic results. A consultation with Dr. Ha can help determine if you are a candidate for ear reconstruction surgery.
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MOUTH
Cleft lip/Cleft palate
Cleft lip and palate is a congenital (at birth) deformity that presents in babies as a gap or abnormal separation of the lip, gums, and/or palate. Dr. Ha is a craniofacial trained surgeon with specific expertise in cleft lip and palate surgery and has privileges at the Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. He is a member of the cleft team at U.T. Southwestern Medical Center.
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Lip Augmentation
Lip augmentation can be performed with a wide variety of products, either temporary, semi-permanent, or permanent. Most of the temporary fillers are injected and can be performed under local or regional anesthesia in the office. These have been found to be generally safe with complications being rare and usually temporary. Permament options have potential higher complication rates and many are implants that require surgical placement. Dr. Ha can help you determine which options are best suited to your needs.
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NOSE
Asian nasal reshaping (Rhinoplasty)
Rhinoplasty, or nasal reshaping surgery, refers to a procedure to alter the underlying structure of the nose, thus affecting the resulting shape. Asians exhibit classic characteristics that are different from caucasian or Western noses, including nasal root depression, flat/broad noses, depressed tips, and thickened skin. Underlying this contour is a relative lack of septum and donor cartilage, presenting a specific set of challenges to a rhinoplasty surgeon. Dr. Ha has developed expertise in ethnic/Asian nasal reshaping surgery and can help you determine if you are a candidate during a consultation.
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Nasal reshaping (Rhinoplasty)
Rhinoplasty, or nasal reshaping surgery, refers to a procedure to alter the underlying structure of the nose, thus affecting the resulting shape. This can be performed for functional (obstructed breathing) or cosmetic (improved appearance) reasons. Straightening of deviated noses, improving airway flow, reducing humps, narrowing widths, and reshaping/refining tips are all procedures that can be performed. A consultation with Dr. Ha can help you determine if you are a candidate for rhinoplasty and to help tailor a treatment plan for your specific concerns.
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FACE
Browlift/Forehead lift
A browlift or forehead lift is designed to elevate and reshape sagging brows as well as to correct the overactive muscles creating classic frown lines in the forehead and between the brows. This procedure is commonly performed with eyelid surgery to provide a balanced rejuvenation of the upper face. It can be performed through an open or endoscopic approach, depending on a patient’s tissue characteristics and the degree of lifting required. Dr. Ha can help custom tailor the appropriate procedure during a consultation.
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Chin augmentation/Implant (Genioplasty)
Chin augmentation refers to procedures to increase the vertical and/or horizontal projection of the chin. This can be accomplished through 2 different techniques, Chin Implant placement or Osseous Genioplasty. Dr. Ha performs both types of chin advancements and will help you determine which is most appropriate for you during a consultation.
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Craniofacial surgery
Craniofacial and maxillofacial surgery refers to procedures to reconstruct and repair the skull and facial skeleton. These are often complex procedures requiring expertise in both soft tissue rearrangement and bony repair and fixation. Deformities of the skull, face, and jaw can be congenital or as a result of trauma or cancer resections.
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Facelift/Necklift
Facelift (or rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure designed to rejuvenate and resuspend an aged and sagging face. It restores a youthful and sharp neck contour as well as improving the appearance of jowls. When Dr. Ha performs facelifts, a simultaneous neck lift is incorporated, in order to achieve optimal balance in the lower face and neck. Other facial rejuvenation procedures can be combined with a face/neck lift, including upper and lower eyelid lifts (blepharoplasty), browlifts, and facial fat injections.
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Facial reanimation
Facial reanimation refers to a complex surgery(ies) to provide motion or “animation” to the face of a patient who has suffered facial paralysis. Dr. Ha performs a highly specialized operation that can achieve “reanimation” after just one surgery. Utilizing microsurgical techniques, a muscle from the inner thigh is transplanted to the affected side of the face, reconnecting nerves and blood vessels.
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Moh’s reconstruction
Moh’s reconstruction refers to a set of procedures to repair skin defects of varying size, depth, and complexity after excision of skin cancers by the Moh’s technique. Moh’s surgery refers to a specific dermatologic approach to skin cancer excision with immediate evaluation of the margins that provides the best chance of avoiding a recurrence. Dr. Ha does not perform the Moh’s excisions, but has extensive experience in reconstructing the resulting defect. These procedure include flaps, grafts, and other types of local skin rearrangement for closure.
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