The Japanese art of kintsugi—repairing broken ceramics with gold—offers a philosophical framework for reconceptualising aesthetic plastic surgery. Rather than concealing damage, kintsugi uses precious metal to honour an object’s history of …

Androgenetic alopecia is a progressive, patterned form of hair loss that may require surgical intervention when pharmacologic therapies are insufficient. In such cases, hair restoration procedures play a key role in achieving durable esthetic …

The simultaneous endeavor of esthetic enhancement of the abdomen and breasts, popularly referred to as the “mommy makeover,” has grown increasingly popular of the last years—particularly among postpartum women seeking to revert changes resulting …

Lower eyelid wrinkles are a prominent and challenging manifestation of facial aging, primarily resulting from the progressive degradation of elastic fibers and collagen, loss of subcutaneous adipose tissue, and deterioration of the dermal …

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a rapidly expanding tool in medicine, with applications ranging from diagnostic support to therapeutic planning [ 1 ]. In plastic surgery, its incorporation has enabled significant advances in aesthetic …

Lipedema is a chronic adipose disorder, primarily affecting women, first described by Allen and Hines in 1940 [ 1 ]. It is characterized by symmetrical fat deposition in the lower and upper extremities, sparing the trunk. Symptoms include …

Unlike classical septal perforations, retrocolumellar perforations (RCPs) are more complex defects, frequently accompanied by columellar retraction, shortened nasal length, and underprojected nasal tips. Their actual functional and aesthetic …

Soft tissue defect repair remains a major challenge in plastic surgery, and free fat grafting has been widely used in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures as an effective solution. Despite continuous advancements in fat grafting techniques, the …

Upper eyelid blepharoplasty is a commonly performed plastic surgery procedure for treating cosmetic and functional outcomes of dermatochalasis, an upper eyelid condition characterized by excess redundant skin [ 1 ]. Although severe complications …

Lipedema is a chronic, progressive disease of subcutaneous adipose tissue characterized by symmetric, disproportional fat hypertrophy predominantly involving the lower limbs and, in a substantial number of cases, the upper extremities [ 1 ].

Dorsocervical fibro-lipodystrophy, often termed “buffalo hump,” is defined by an abnormal and progressive accumulation of dense adipose and fibrous tissue in the upper posterior neck region. Once considered primarily a cosmetic concern, this …

Lipedema is a chronic, progressive disorder of adipose tissue that predominantly affects women, with an estimated prevalence of 11% in the general population [ 1 ]. This condition is characterized by symmetrical, disproportionate fat accumulation …

In breast augmentation, the surgical approach depends on patient anatomy and desired outcomes, with each technique offering specific considerations [ 1 ]. Techniques involving muscle dissection, such as submuscular and dual-plane placements, are …

Eyebrow position plays a key role in achieving a youthful and dynamic upper face. Age-related brow ptosis has led to various surgical techniques for forehead and periorbital rejuvenation [ 1 – 6 ]. Brow lift surgery has evolved since the early 20th …

Nasal reconstruction is inherently challenging due to the complex three-dimensional anatomy and its central role in facial aesthetics. Even small defects can cause noticeable deformities and functional limitations.

Congenital microtia is a common craniofacial congenital deformity characterized primarily by varying degrees of auricular dysplasia, external auditory canal stenosis or atresia, and middle ear and mandibular malformations [ 1 ]. The global …

Radiofrequency (RF) technology has undergone significant evolution over the past two decades, originating from early monopolar and bipolar devices used for tissue tightening and coagulation. The introduction of fractional RF in the mid-2000s …

Currently, the popularity of cosmetic procedures has surged, especially among young adults seeking to modify their physical appearance [ 1 – 7 ]. Data from surveys done by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, globally, indicate …

Silicone implant-based breast augmentation has emerged as one of the most prevalent and well-established cosmetic surgical procedures globally, with a long-standing track record of safety and efficacy supported by extensive clinical data [ 1 ].

The nasal tip is considered one of the important structures forming facial aesthetics, and its surgery is a vital issue for rhinoplasty surgeons. Various techniques exist to achieve an appropriate nasal tip shape, including sheen graft, cartilage …