fat grafting is a procedure that moves a person’s own fat from one area of the body to another. It is also called **autologous fat transfer** or **lipofilling**. It is used to restore or add volume, refine contours, and sometimes support reconstruction after injury or surgery. It can be performed in both **cosmetic** and **reconstructive** plastic surgery settings.

Ear pinning is a procedure that repositions prominent ears closer to the side of the head. It is most commonly performed as a form of otoplasty (cosmetic ear reshaping surgery). It may also be used in reconstructive settings to improve ear position after injury or prior surgery. The goal is typically improved ear contour and balance with the rest of the face.

otoplasty is a procedure that reshapes, repositions, or reconstructs the external ear (the auricle or pinna). It is most commonly used to reduce ear prominence, improve symmetry, or correct ear shape differences. otoplasty is performed for cosmetic reasons, reconstructive reasons, or a combination of both. Techniques typically involve cartilage shaping and strategic suturing, with incisions usually placed behind the ear.

lip augmentation is a group of cosmetic and reconstructive techniques that increase lip volume or improve lip shape. It can also refine the lip border (vermilion) and balance symmetry between the upper and lower lips. It is most commonly performed for cosmetic enhancement, and it can be used for selected reconstructive goals after injury or surgery. Methods range from injectable treatments to surgical procedures, depending on the plan and anatomy.

A bullhorn lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the skin between the base of the nose and the upper lip. It uses a “bullhorn”-shaped incision hidden along the nostril base and nasal crease. It is most commonly performed for cosmetic enhancement, and it may be used in select reconstructive contexts. The goal is typically to increase visible upper-lip height and upper tooth show without adding injectable volume.

A lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the skin between the base of the nose and the upper lip. It aims to elevate the upper lip and increase visible “pink lip” (the vermilion) without adding filler volume. It is most commonly performed for cosmetic facial balance and upper-lip shape. In selected situations, it can also be used as part of reconstructive lip or perioral (around-the-mouth) surgery.

A facial implant is a biocompatible device placed surgically to change the shape or projection of a facial feature. It is most commonly used to add structure or volume to areas like the chin, cheeks, or jawline. A facial implant can be used for cosmetic enhancement, reconstructive repair, or both. Materials and designs vary by anatomical site, surgeon preference, and manufacturer.

A mandibular angle implant is a solid medical implant placed on the back corner of the lower jaw (the mandibular angle). It is used to increase jaw width, sharpen the jawline, or improve right–left balance. It is most commonly discussed in facial cosmetic surgery, especially jawline contouring. It can also be used in reconstructive settings when jaw angle shape or volume is missing or altered.

jawline contouring is a set of techniques used to change the shape, definition, or symmetry of the lower face and jaw. It can enhance angles, reduce fullness, or improve proportion between the chin, jaw, and neck. It is used in cosmetic care and, in selected cases, reconstructive planning after trauma, congenital differences, or prior surgery. Methods range from injectables and devices to surgical reshaping, depending on anatomy and goals.

A malar implant is a facial implant designed to add projection or contour to the cheekbone (malar) area. It is placed on top of the cheekbone under the soft tissues to change facial shape and balance. It is used in cosmetic surgery to enhance cheek definition and in reconstructive surgery to restore contour after injury or disease. It is a surgical device (not an injectable filler) and is chosen to match the individual’s anatomy and goals.

cheek augmentation is a set of procedures that enhance the contour and projection of the midface (cheek area). It typically adds volume, improves shape, or restores lost cheek fullness. It is used in cosmetic care to refine facial proportions and in reconstructive care after injury, disease, or congenital differences. Common methods include injectable fillers, fat transfer, and surgical cheek implants.

buccal fat removal is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of the buccal fat pads in the cheeks. It is most commonly performed for cosmetic facial contouring to create a slimmer midface appearance. In select cases, it may also be used as part of reconstructive or corrective facial surgery planning. The goal is to change cheek fullness by removing a portion of deep cheek fat.

genioplasty is a surgical procedure that changes the shape, position, or size of the chin. It is most often used to improve facial balance and the lower-face profile. It can be performed for cosmetic goals, reconstructive needs, or both. In many cases, it involves moving the patient’s own chin bone or using an implant to add projection.

chin augmentation is a procedure that increases or reshapes the projection and contour of the chin. It is used to improve facial balance by changing how the chin relates to the nose, lips, and jawline. It can be performed with surgery (such as an implant or bone repositioning) or with injectables (such as dermal filler). It is used in cosmetic care and, in selected situations, reconstructive care.

submentoplasty is a surgical procedure focused on contouring the area under the chin (the submental region) and the upper neck. It is commonly used in cosmetic surgery to improve the neck–chin profile and jawline definition. It may also be used in reconstructive contexts when submental contour needs correction after prior surgery or injury. It typically involves addressing fat, muscle banding, and sometimes skin laxity through a small incision under the chin.

Platysmaplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes and tightens the platysma muscle in the neck. It is most commonly used to reduce visible vertical neck bands and improve neck contour. It is primarily performed for cosmetic neck rejuvenation and may be used in select reconstructive settings.

A neck lift is a procedure designed to improve the contour of the neck and jawline by addressing loose skin, muscle banding, and/or excess fat. It is most commonly used in cosmetic (aesthetic) plastic surgery to create a smoother, more defined neck profile. In selected situations, similar techniques may be used in reconstructive contexts to restore contour after prior surgery or injury.

SMAS plication is a facelift technique that tightens the SMAS layer using sutures. The SMAS is a supportive sheet of tissue under the facial skin and fat. Plication means folding and stitching tissue to reinforce and reposition it. It is most commonly used in cosmetic facial rejuvenation and may be used selectively in reconstructive facial contour work.

A deep plane facelift is a surgical facelift technique that repositions deeper facial tissues, not just the skin. It typically involves lifting the midface and jawline by working beneath the SMAS (a fibromuscular layer of the face). It is most commonly used in cosmetic facial rejuvenation and may be combined with neck lifting procedures. It can also play a role in select reconstructive or revision contexts, depending on the case.

A mini facelift is a limited-incision facial rejuvenation surgery designed to improve early signs of aging in the lower face. It commonly targets mild-to-moderate jowling and softening of the jawline with less extensive dissection than a traditional facelift. It is used primarily in cosmetic surgery, and occasionally as an adjunct in select reconstructive or revision contexts.