April, 2023

Doctors have been performing rhinoplasty in America since the 1800s. Also known as nose reshaping surgery, this procedure has remained popular with patients ever since. However, the techniques are different from what they were back then. Many innovations, including ultrasound technology, have made this procedure safer, more precise, and easier to recover from. Here are three benefits that often accompany ultrasonic rhinoplasty. 1. Better Surgical Precision Ultrasonic rhinoplasty surgery, sometimes called piezoelectric rhinoplasty, uses a special tool to create a more precise result. The tool is known as a piezoelectric insert (PEI), and it vibrates rapidly to act exclusively on bone and hard cartilage […]

Many people wish they could change something about their bodies. Teenagers are no different. It could be a particular feature that makes them self-conscious or causes discomfort. Fortunately, cosmetic procedures and treatments offer a way to address these concerns. The right approach will always depend on the individual. However, the following services are typically popular with our adolescent patients at Somenek + Pittman MD in Washington, D.C.: Rhinoplasty: Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, is a procedure that can alter the size, shape, and structure of the nose. It’s often combined with septoplasty, a technique that corrects a deviated septum and makes it easier to breathe. Generally, […]