There are many scar care products available for patients. The most common products are those with Vitamin E. Typically the only advantage that these have are that they are oily and provide hydration to the scar which is one of the keys to a good scar care regimen. If all you put on your scar […]
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Earrings are the most common source of traumatic injury to the ear lobe. They commonly catch on objects and clothing which can accidentally tear through the ear lobe. This leaves the ear lobe bleeding with an unsightly injury. Heavy earrings can cause stretching on the ear lobes, especially if worn daily for extended years. The
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The most common method for lip augmentation is volumetric fillers such as hyaluronic acid gels like Juvederm® or Restylane®. They really are the first line choice for patients and cosmetic plastic surgeons. I prefer hyaluronic acid gel fillers for the lip and for lip augmentation in Austin Texas because they are reliable, safe and easy
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Rhinoplasty (nose job) is a common procedure performed in plastic surgery. It can be used to improve the shape and the function of the nose. In conjunction with a rhinoplasty there are numerous procedures that can be performed during the same surgery to improve the ultimate satisfaction of the procedure. 1. Septoplasty: the straightening or
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Accidents happen and when they involve your face it usually gets your attention! A broken nose can happen with falls, car accidents, fights and playing sports. Direct blows to the nose are the usual causes. One good indication that you have broken your nose after one of these insults is that it bleeds(epistaxis). Other indications
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Chin augmentation has seen a dramatic increase in the number being performed and the number of patients asking about it. Though chin augmentation has been a procedure that has been around for over 30 years, the recent increase in popularity is being related to people looking at their own profile more critically while spending time
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Mastectomy for removal of breast tissue for pre-malignant or malignant breast conditions can be done through multiple incisions. Factors that contribute to the placement of incisions on the breast include the position of the breast tumor on the chest and it’s proximity to the skin. Classically, a mastectomy incision was located across the middle of
Gynecomastia is the enlargement of breast tissue. It can be applied to both male and female breast tissue. Male gynecomastia is a very common condition treated by Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Trussler, which usually affects adolescent males and can be related to multiple different medical problems and medications. It is most commonly associated with an
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Inversion of the nipple is a common congenital deformity of the breast, which can occur on both sides or just affect one side. It can be a source of embarrassment and shyness, but may go unnoticed to the female patient. An inverted nipple may have different degrees of inversion depending on the amount of tethering
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1. Are you board certified in Plastic Surgery? All specialties can do cosmetic surgery, though plastic surgeons are typically trained in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery with strict guidelines that must be met in order to complete their board certification. Look for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Trussler did complete a
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01. Get to know Dr. Trussler.
02. Help him understand you and your goals.
03. Learn about our services and specialties.
– Ruby Ward, Patient
