Scar Revision for Surgical, Traumatic, and Keloids Scars
What is Scar Revision? Scar Revision refers to a procedure that reduces the appearance of scars by matching them to the texture and color of the surrounding skin. It also…
Congenital Anotia and Its Repair
The human ear is a vital structure for both hearing and facial symmetry. It is comprised of three regions: the external ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. The…
What is Sublingual Immunotherapy
Allergies occur when the body mistakenly identifies a harmless substance-- such as dust mites or pollen-- as a threat and reacts to it with an immune response. Individuals with allergies…
The Effects of Vaping on the Voice
Although there is not yet significant or conclusive research on vaping and its effect on the larynx and voice, there is proof about the effect of cigarette smoking on the…
Vocal Injury from Intubation
While surgery of the head and neck is becoming safer as medical technology and surgeons advance, there are always risks associated with surgery. One of the main concerns of patients…
Figure 1: Illustration of ear anatomy, including the position of the facial nerve (CN 7) within the ear.
Hearing Restoration Surgeries for Congenital Microtia
Overview Congenital microtia is a deformity of the outer ear, but it can also impact structures inside the ear. Patients with congenital microtia may present with canal stenosis (narrowing of…
Question: How do the ingredients in e-cigarettes and vaporizers affect respiratory health?
The e-cigarette industry has rapidly grown within the US in the last several years. E-cigarettes were created as an attempt to wean people off of traditional cigarettes while still…