What Is Parry-Romberg Syndrome?

Posted on February 12, 2018

Parry–Romberg syndrome, or progressive hemifacial atrophy, is a disease characterized by localized loss of subcutaneous tissue on one side of the face and skull. Or in other words, the shrinking and degeneration of the soft and bony tissues under the skin. This is a rare neurocutaneous syndrome with an unknown etiology or cause. Typically, this affects females more commonly than males in a 3-2 ratio with usual beginning stages at around the teenage years of... Continue Reading

Chin Augmentation versus Osseous Genioplasty

Posted on January 12, 2018

For people with a small chin who want to enhance their appearance there are two options to pursue surgical correction. One option includes using a chin implant, also known as chin augmentation. The other option is to perform an osseous genioplasty, which involves surgically cutting the bone and advancing it forward. We will discuss the pros and cons of each option. For chin augmentation, we typically will use a contoured two-piece chin implant that will... Continue Reading

What Is Skull Reconstruction?

Posted on October 24, 2017

Skull reconstruction involves restoring not just the bone defect but also muscle, fat and skin defects to establish a more normal structure and appearance. The skull deformity or defect can be due to tumor, trauma or infection. Typically, patients are seen after emergency neurosurgery is performed to save a person’s life. In these situations, resolution of the life-threatening issue takes priority over reconstruction. Dr. Eric Payne is a craniofacial plastic surgeon who is trained in... Continue Reading