A facelift is a surgical procedure designed to improve visible signs of aging in the face and often the neck. It typically involves repositioning and tightening deeper facial tissues and removing or redraping excess skin. A facelift is most commonly performed for cosmetic reasons, but principles may overlap with reconstructive surgery in selected cases. The goal is usually a more refreshed facial contour rather than a change in identity or “new” face.

A temporal lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that elevates and repositions tissues at the outer eyebrow and temple. It is commonly used to improve the “lateral brow” area and the upper outer eyelid region. The goal is usually subtle lifting and smoothing rather than a full forehead change. It is primarily cosmetic, but can be used in select reconstructive or symmetry-focused cases.

An endoscopic brow lift is a surgical procedure that elevates and reshapes the eyebrows using small incisions and a camera (endoscope). It is most commonly performed for cosmetic rejuvenation of the upper face and brow. In selected cases, it can also be used for reconstructive goals, such as improving brow position related to facial nerve weakness.

A brow lift is a procedure that raises and reshapes the position of the eyebrows and forehead tissues. It is commonly used in cosmetic facial surgery to reduce a tired, heavy, or “frowning” appearance. In selected cases, it can also be used in reconstructive settings to improve brow symmetry or position. The exact technique varies by clinician and case.

canthopexy is a surgical technique that supports or tightens the outer corner of the eyelids (the lateral canthus). It is most commonly used to stabilize the lower eyelid position and contour. It may be performed for cosmetic refinement, functional support, or reconstructive goals. It is often discussed alongside eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) and related canthal procedures.

canthoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes or repositions the outer corner (canthus) of the eyelids. It changes how the lower and upper eyelids meet at the lateral canthus to adjust contour, support, or tension. It is used in both cosmetic surgery (appearance and symmetry) and reconstructive surgery (function and stability). It is commonly performed by oculoplastic surgeons and plastic surgeons with periocular training.

Ptosis repair is a procedure designed to lift a drooping upper eyelid. It aims to improve eyelid position by adjusting the muscles or tendons that elevate the lid. Ptosis repair can be performed for functional reasons (vision/field obstruction) and for appearance (symmetry). It is used in both reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery settings.

lower blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the lower eyelid and the area just beneath it.

upper blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the upper eyelid. It typically removes and/or repositions excess skin and sometimes muscle or fat. It is used in cosmetic surgery and can also be performed for reconstructive or functional reasons.

blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the eyelids. It typically involves removing or repositioning skin, muscle, and/or fat around the eyes. It is used in cosmetic surgery to change eyelid appearance and in reconstructive surgery to address functional problems. It may be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both.

functional rhinoplasty is nasal surgery focused on improving breathing by correcting structural causes of airflow blockage. It reshapes or supports internal and/or external nasal structures that contribute to nasal obstruction. It is commonly performed in reconstructive and ENT-adjacent care, and it may be combined with cosmetic rhinoplasty. The goal is better nasal function; appearance changes may occur and can be planned when appropriate.

turbinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of one or more nasal turbinates to improve airflow through the nose. The turbinates are soft tissue structures inside the nasal cavity that help warm, humidify, and filter inhaled air. turbinoplasty is most commonly performed for functional breathing concerns, sometimes alongside septoplasty or rhinoplasty. It is primarily reconstructive/functional rather than cosmetic, but it can support overall nasal function in facial plastic surgery care.

A columellar strut is a small structural graft placed in the columella, the strip of tissue between the nostrils. It is most commonly made of cartilage and used to support and stabilize the nasal tip. It is used in cosmetic rhinoplasty, reconstructive rhinoplasty, or both. Its goal is typically to improve tip support and shape while helping maintain alignment over time.

A spreader graft is a thin strip of cartilage placed in the middle “vault” of the nose. It is positioned between the septum (center wall) and the upper lateral cartilages (side supports). It is used to support nasal structure and to help widen a key breathing area called the internal nasal valve. It is commonly used in both cosmetic rhinoplasty and reconstructive/functional nasal surgery.

A cartilage graft is a piece of cartilage used to support, reshape, or rebuild body structures. It is most commonly placed during surgical procedures, not office-based “non-surgical” treatments. It is used in both cosmetic surgery (to refine appearance) and reconstructive surgery (to restore form and function). In plastic surgery, it is frequently associated with nasal and ear procedures.

An osteotomy is a surgical cut made in a bone to change its shape, position, or alignment. It is used to correct deformity, improve symmetry, or restore function by repositioning bone segments. In cosmetic and plastic surgery, osteotomy commonly refers to controlled bone cuts in the face (such as the nose, jaw, or chin). It is also widely used in reconstructive surgery after trauma, congenital differences, or prior surgery.

dorsal hump reduction is a procedure to decrease a visible “bump” along the bridge (dorsum) of the nose. It reshapes bone and/or cartilage to create a smoother nasal profile. It is most commonly performed in cosmetic rhinoplasty, and it may also be used in reconstructive rhinoplasty. The goal is typically to refine contour while preserving or improving nasal structure and airflow when relevant.

alar base reduction is a surgical technique that narrows the width of the nostril base (the outer “wings” of the nose, called the alae). It typically reduces nostril flaring or excessive width at the base when viewed from the front. It is most commonly performed in cosmetic rhinoplasty, but it can also be used in reconstructive settings. The goal is to refine proportions while preserving natural-looking nostril shape and airflow.

tip plasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the tip of the nose. It focuses on the lower third of the nose, especially the cartilage that forms tip definition. It is commonly performed for cosmetic goals such as refinement and symmetry. It can also be used in reconstructive contexts to improve support and nasal airflow when tip structure is involved.

septorhinoplasty is an operation that combines septoplasty (septum surgery) with rhinoplasty (nasal shape surgery). It aims to improve nasal breathing and/or nasal appearance in a single procedure. It is used in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. The exact plan is customized to nasal anatomy, goals, and clinical findings.