Closed Versus Open Rhinoplasty: A Review by Seattle Plastic Surgeon Dr. Shahram Salemy

Patients interested in improving the appearance of their nose have often heard of “open” and “closed” rhinoplasties, and are curious as to the difference.  The basic difference is that a closed rhinoplasty is performed with incisions just inside the nose, while an open rhinoplasty uses incisions both inside the nose as well as one on…

Seattle Breast Reduction Surgery: The Basics, Reviewed by Dr. Salemy

Breast Reduction Surgery: The basics Breast reductions are one of the most common procedures performed by plastic surgeons.  The goals of the procedure are to reduce the size of the breasts, create a better shape for the breast which usually includes a lift, create breasts that are more in proportion with the rest of the…