Welcome back to Plastic Surgery T & A! I’m Dr. Earl Stephenson, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 20 years of experience, and in this episode, we’re diving deep into real-life patient transformations.

From vascular malformations to trauma reconstruction, this episode highlights the artistry, expertise, and technical skill that plastic surgeons bring to both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. If you’ve ever wondered about the depth of plastic surgery training or why you should always seek a board-certified plastic surgeon, this episode will give you the answers!

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The complexity of vascular malformations & AVMs and how they are treated ✅ How 1064 nm laser technology helps reduce vascular lesions ✅ The role of vascularized flaps in reconstructing exposed orthopedic hardware ✅ The delicate process of dog bite facial reconstruction ✅ Why plastic & reconstructive surgery expertise translates to exceptional cosmetic surgery outcomes

🔍 Featured Cases & Statistics:

🩸 Case 1: Surgical Reduction of an AVM on the Left Lip 📌 Fact: 4% of newborns present with vascular lesions such as hemangiomas or AVMs. 📌 Solution: A multi-step approach, including interventional radiology and precise surgical excision, led to a successful outcome.

💉 Case 2: Removal of a Vascular Malformation from the Left Chin 📌 Fact: 1.5% of the population has vascular malformations, with AVMs being the most aggressive. 📌 Solution: Precision laser treatment with a 1064 nm laser resulted in a successful reduction with minimal downtime.

🦾 Case 3: Coverage of an Exposed Orthopedic Implant Using a Vascular Flap 📌 Fact: 5-10% of orthopedic implants experience hardware exposure, requiring complex reconstruction. 📌 Solution: A radial artery flap from the wrist was used to restore function and aesthetics to the elbow.

🐶 Case 4: Dog Bite Repair at the Corner of the Mouth 📌 Fact: 4.5 million dog bites occur annually in the U.S., often requiring reconstructive surgery. 📌 Solution: A careful tissue rearrangement preserved both function and aesthetics of the lip.

📢 Why You Should Trust a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Plastic surgeons are the surgeon’s surgeon – trained not only in cosmetic enhancements but also in complex reconstructive cases. This expertise translates to safer, more precise, and higher-quality aesthetic surgery. Don’t settle for less!

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