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Q: Dr. Eppley, I’m looking into getting this fat tissue on the back of my head removed. I’ve uploaded a picture as well. Please let me know if this is possible. A: This is a classic occipital scalp roll which can only be improved by an elliptical excision and closing it to place the scar […]

Q: Dr. Eppley,  My forehead is overly large. It is excessively convex, especially at the sides. Although my forehead is a littl than I’d like to be, I do not think it warrants a hairline lowering procedure with the cost of a coronal scar and more invasive procedure. My question is, can the reduction of […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, On Dr Eppley’s website, it states that there has to be an immediate effect with arterial ligation but that the real test is what it is like 3-6 months after the surgery. With previous cases, has the appearance of a visible pulse been completely eradicated or is the appearance of it diminished? I […]

Q: Dr. Eppley,These are my pictures, Hypertelorism they treat detached eyes with box osteotomy. So is there a way to pull the eyes down from above? Is this possible with Lefort 3 surgery? A:There is no orbital box technique to pull the eyes downward. A LeFort 3 is not an orbital repositioning procedure. Dr. Barry […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am actually a former patient of yours. I had your 3 prong approach to reducing cheek fat (buccal lipectomy, perioral mound lipo, and buccinator myectomy) back in 2021. The results have been more amazing than I could have hoped and I never thanked you! It is life changing. Anyways, I was […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello, I have had Porex implants (mandibular area of the jaw) by another doctor. I talked to the other doctor two years ago if it were possible to have one of the implants reduced (it is a bit too prominent on one side). He said it would be possible with access through […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’m reaching out to you again regarding the reduction of the temporal muscle and I have a question about it.The superior and inferior temporal muscles are both responsible for mastication. If I were to undergo a total removal of the superior temporal muscle, would the inferior temporal muscle, located around the cheek […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello! I’m from Arkansas and I’m contacting due to my chin length. Ideally I would like to shorten my chin. From frontal view it isn’t too bad but when smiling i feel it throws off my facial proportions. I was just wondering if this possible? Thanks so much!! A: When a chin […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, you hav suggested vertical lengthening genioplasty and a custom implant for my desired jaw augmentation effects. If the 3D custom implant is made based on my current anatomy (i.e. before the genioplasty), how will that work to enhance the chin? Especially for symmetry and shape.  A: The vertical lengthening bony genioplasty movement is […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello I am looking to remove bone cement that was done about two months ago on top head region. Too much was added on top. Only wanted top side head to fill in and also a bit of back. A:  In regards to your skull augmentation bone cement removal: 1) What type […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Is it also possible to get It less sticking out with out changing the shape of my forehead? A: That question is an oxymoron…if you reduce the protrusion by definition the shape of the forehead will change. Dr. Barry Eppley World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon

Q: Dr. Eppley, What method will be used to make them permanently protrude? How close will it be to the picture? Is there anyway we can replicate what’s in the picture? If I use filler afterwards to increase the protrusion to match the picture, will it eventually be remodeled to match that protrusion? A: When […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in a consultation regarding forehead augmentation to address asymmetry caused by a recessed frontal bone on one side. The imbalance is structural rather than soft tissue-related, and I am exploring options such as custom implants or bone cement to achieve a more symmetrical appearance. I would appreciate the opportunity […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, just had genioplasty Do you think that if the surgeon’s plan was to advance the chin forward 6mm and I asked for 5mm will make a significant difference? I’m so scared of having ruined my results and that now the chin will look too small. A:  1mm is not going to make […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello I would like to change my 600cc hp silicone for 800cc uhp silicone I’m 5’4 with a bwd of 14 the first pics are of me the other 2 are wish pics. Thank you A: Given that 800cc ultras high profile silicone breast implants exist and the volume change (200cc or […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am distressed by the outcome of my surgery, I just had this midface and temporal lift in Turkey on January 23rd 2025, it’s been 3 weeks last saturday. I find the temporal lift (canthis and eyebrows) too high, too pulled up, I would like to lower it and have a natural […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I want to tell you about a problem with my head shape. It is a condition that I have noticed since my childhood. I have a problem with my head looking too wide from the sides. My father has the same problem. He also has a wide head when viewed from the […]

Q: Dr. Eppley,  How long do you estimate recovery time to be: am I going to need another person to assist me with daily necessities (preparing meals, showering)? 2.1. Given that’s correct (I am going to need a caregiver), then  for how long? 3. How much narrower can the shoulders be made? A: These are very […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had a lipo for the banana rolls 5 years ago and the suction was probably too strong. Since then I have had a deep crease, especially on the right side. This causes me pain and discomfort. Do you think I would be a good candidate for a lower buttock lift? Would […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I didn’t notice my MARPE changing the width of my mouth at all, which I’d hoped it would. I’m just curious, is there another way to slightly widen the mouth? Also, I’ve heard that you need time for your palate sutures to fuse again until you have jaw surgery. Is that true? […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in forehead advancement as well as shaping. I have a high hairline and vertical central bossing of the forehead. I believe my hairline would need at least 3 cm of advancement so likely would need tissue expansion. Can you provide me with a general idea of timing for an […]

Q: Dr. Eppley.  I feel like my entire skull is too wide, I know the area above the ear can be narrowed but I was wondering if skull reshaping can be done in such a way that the distance between the 2 ears are reduced. A: While head narrowing surgery typically refers to decreasing the […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in lower facial artery ligation. I have been experiencing pulsating stinging, soar and painfully arteries just above my both sides of my lips, center area between nostril and lip. Feels like damaged area on artery of about (1cm) this area stings non stop as like it is damaged from […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I’m a 22 year old female with  a narrow face that not proportional with face length typically 12.5 cm face width i want a wider face about 14.5 cm width is it possible to widen each side of my face by 10mm through combination of zygomatic arch and jaw implant temple implant […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Wanted to get some info about testicle implants. I currently have silicone in my sack and would like to get it removed but replaced with silicone testicles. Is that possible? A: If one has had silicone injections in their scrotum the silicone masses/granulomas first need to be removed before testicle implants can […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I had Custom Jawline & Custom Bilateral Cheek Implants four years ago. I am considering a lower blepharoplasty (for dark circles and slight bags under my left eye) in Seoul (I’m living in Asia now) and just wondering if there are any limitations or considerations I should be aware of when undergoing […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, This is something I’ve wanted to do for a while, and I would love to know all the information behind the surgery! Here are photos of my goals and what i want to achieve with this surgery. i would love to know his thoughtsall the non-photoshopped photos are on the left side! I […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, Im 37 and I have lop ears that are small and curled. I’m not in your area. I was wondering if you can help me find someone in my area? I found otoplasty doctors but they always say they can’t do my ears. I had one consultation and they said they couldn’t […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am interested in a custom back of the head skull implant. How many days take to recover or how many days should i stay in USA. How many weeks time does it take to make the implant? It is Is my dream to realize that  this type of surgery can be […]

Q: Dr. Eppley, I am 58 and have been on TRT replacement for about a decade. I workout 5=6 days a week, very muscular in shape health nut of a guy. I was inquiring about testicular implants. (I asked my urologist about fat injection and he said the results are very mixed.) I’ve read your […]