Not everyone feels they were born with the most perfect nose. Many individuals are dissatisfied with they way they look in profile due to a bump in their nasal bridge. Now, there are two cosmetic procedure options for making desired corrections. rhinoplasty surgery use of Radiesse Surgery is naturally quite invasive. Getting rid of a…
It is common for many people to feel that the shape of their nose could be improved. Thanks to a dermal filler known as Radiesse, it is now possible for individuals to refine the contour of their nose quickly, without the downtime and expense of surgery. A non-surgical nose job with this injection can be…
Video-based dermatology education tools improve skin health awareness in men, according to study findings published in the April issue of JAMA Dermatology. Researchers from Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia, revealed in a recent study the importance of male video-based dermatology education. Videos targeting men not only improved men’s skin health understanding of potential…
AKN Surgery Results: Dr. Umar has helped many patients who suffer from acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) with AKN surgery. Acne keloidalis nuchae is a severe type of type of folliculitis. This chronic inflammatory condition affects hair follicles and appears as pustules, papules, scalp lesions and scalp plagues. Dr. Umar tailors his surgical procedures to individuals with a variety of AKN nonsurgical treatments and AKN surgical treatments.
AKN SURGERY OPTIONS ADDRESSING SCALP LESIONS AND PLAGUES
Despite the difficult aspects for treating acne keloidalis nuchae, there are viable treatment options for each stage of severity. AKN surgical treatments include posterior hairline migration, serial excisions and trichophytic closure. Surgical AKN treatments are appropriate for the inflammatory condition when other AKN nonsurgical treatments fail. For advanced cases, Dr. Umar combines surgical excisions and trichophytic closure combinations.
Patient’s AKN Bumps Before Surgery*
When acne keloidalis nuchae advances, the lesions grow larger. This causes pain, itching, pus discharge and possible bleeding in the region of AKN. African-Americans are those mostly affected with AKN, followed by Asians and Hispanic/Latinos. It rarely occurs in Caucasians. Acne keloidalis nuchae is a permanent, chronic condition that is difficult to treat.
This AKN patient had a flaky scalp with bleeding prior to AKN surgery. He was self-conscious due to its appearance and had inflammation and pain at the area. His scalp lesions would swell following a haircut.
Patient’s AKN surgery results at six weeks after procedure by Dr Umar*
Results shown in the video and photos are six weeks after his AKN surgery. The AKN surgical treatment wound closed four weeks after procedure. The patient is satisfied with the AKN surgery.
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Currently, there are many ways to achieve the look of longer lashes. These can include the use of mascara and false lashes which require the use of adhesives. Before her surgery, the patient in this video relied on extensions. Extensions are similar to the concept of false lashes. Hair strands are professionally attached to the…
This patient had trouble with the length and height of her nose bridge–it was too short and flat to hold up her glasses, which are worn daily for her job. She needed them to stop sliding down her nose, but didn’t want a dramatic physical change. Additionally, she wanted to avoid undergoing a surgical nose…
Patient’s Results Show that Eyebags and Dark Circles Can Be Fixed – Before and After Radiesse
The area beneath the eyes, known as the tear troughs are prone to various cosmetic issues that people commonly complain about. This is where the skin and tissues are quite delicate and prone to showing darkness, hollows or shadows as well as protrusions (eyebags). However, these problems are not necessarily due to age, but more…
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