Contents1 General Filler Characteristics2 Fat as Filler3 Collagen Derivative Fillers4 Hyaluronic Acid Analogues5 Radiesse and Sculptra6 Permanent Fillers6.1 Eppley, Barry L., Dadvand, Babak. Injectable Soft-Tissue Fillers: Clinical Overview. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 118(4):98e-106e, September 15, 2006.6.2 Fagien, Steven, Klein, Arnold W. A Brief Overview and History of Temporary Fillers: Evolution, […]
Read MoreEvaluation of the Breast Augmentation Surgery Patient Dr. Hughes will evaluate the patient’s chest wall and breast form. He will point out chest wall asymmetry or deformity as well as breast asymmetry or deformity and nipple areola asymmetry as well as NAC deformity. Chest wall issues cannot be changed, and […]
Read MoreContents1 Postoperative Management and Complications in Tummy Tuck1.1 Postoperative Management in Tummy Tuck1.2 Most Common Complications in Tummy Tuck1.3 Beverly Hills and Los Angeles Tummy Tuck Articles Postoperative Management and Complications in Tummy Tuck Postoperative Management in Tummy Tuck Generally, one drain is placed after a standard tummy tuck. A […]
Read MoreInsights into the Management of Keloid Scars: A Survey-Based Protocol Kenneth B. Hughes, M.D. Abstract In the broad array of literature as it relates to keloid treatment, there is a global absence of definitive protocols in the management of keloid scars. The goal of this project was to find some […]
Read MoreChapter 4: Fat Grafting Kenneth B. Hughes, M.D. Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Harvard Medical School Indications Structural fat grafting is used to enhance contour in virtually any area amenable to grafting and the indications are continually expanding. The first and most common indication […]
Read MoreContents1 Mini Tummy Tucks, Short Scar Tummy Tucks, and Standard Tummy Tucks1.1 Mini-abdominoplasty (Mini tummy tuck) Candidates1.2 Short Scar Tummy Tuck1.3 Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty after Massive Weight Loss1.4 Beverly Hills and Los Angeles Tummy Tuck Articles Mini Tummy Tucks, Short Scar Tummy Tucks, and Standard Tummy Tucks Mini-abdominoplasty (Mini […]
Read MoreOperative Details and Safety in the Tummy Tuck In the operating room, the patient is positioned on the operating table so that he or she can be flexed at the hips and knees (“beach chair”) to take tension off the incision at the time of closure. The arms are placed […]
Read MoreThe Effect of Radiation on Complication, Reoperation and Capsular Contracture Rates in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction Following the Introduction of Skin-Sparing Mastectomy (SSM) Techniques Introduction Mastectomies have implications for the psychosocial well being of the patient and every attempt should made to reconstruct the breast in suitable patients.(1) Skin-sparing mastectomy (SSM) […]
Read MoreFacelift / Rhytidectomy Kenneth Hughes, MD Other Facial Aging Procedures brow lift upper and lower eyelid procedures facial fat grafting chin liposuction 1)What are the factors that result in the aging face? Referred to as elastosis, this process results in loss of collagen and elastin fibers due to: a) Extrinsic […]
Read MoreSilicone Implants and Implant Controversies All silicone gel implants are cross-linked to maintain a gel consistency. As the cross-linking is increased, the consistency or firmness increases. These implants are designed in various anatomic dimensions in addition to round shapes and are collectively referred to as cohesive silicone gel implants. The […]
Read MoreDr. Kenneth Hughes offers in-person and virtual consultations. During your consultation, Dr. Hughes will discuss your needs and provide recommendations on procedures that will work best for you to achieve your goals. Dr. Hughes will also respond to your emails or after-hour calls post surgery.
