Potomac Plastic Surgery: Houtan Chaboki, MD
2311 M Street, N.W. Suite 501
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: (202) 800-2085
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Bumps on the bridge of the nose after rhinoplasty are not uncommon. But will those bumps resolve on their own? If so, how long will you need to wait for the bump to go away? Don't worry—bumps are a common aspect of the healing process. At Potomac Plastic Surgery, Dr. Chaboki and our team are here to …
Treatment options are available to treat asymmetric eyebrows. is a great option to help adjust brow height a little bit, to produce a more symmetric eyebrow. It is better at lowering a brow, than elevating. Results with Botox may vary and last several months. Endoscopic facial surgery is the next option. Brow asymmetry may be …
Big lips after cosmetic injections? Try not to panick, and give it time. with hyaluronic acid injectable fillers such has Restylane or Juvederm is common today. Fewer cosmetic specialists are using collagen for lip enhancement. The lip naturally swells & bruises from the injection. Most of the swelling, which contributes to the trout pout, goes …
S96oft, full, natural looking and feeling lips is possible with lip augmentation. Regardless of lip enhancement method, it must pass the Kiss test. Your partner should not notice an unnatural texture to your lips after augmentation. Both and are clear gels that are given in the office with local anesthesia and last several months. These …
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a very common cosmetic procedure, especially in young woman of child-bearing age. A concern which always comes up is the timing of Botox around pregnancy. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a category C medicine, based on animal pregnancy studies. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of in pregnant women. BOTOX® Cosmetic becomes most …
Septoplasty, deviated septum surgery, is one of the most common surgeries in the face and nose areas. A deviated septum is present in most patients, although some may not realize it. Septoplasty is an outpatient and relatively simple procedure. Patients with severely deviated septums, revision septoplasty, prior facial trauma, prior nasal surgery or rhinoplasty, or …
Chin implants are usually made from silicone, and may be removed at anytime. If the implant is too big or too small, the implant can be exchanged for a more appropriate size for facial balance. Big chins are more masculine, and inappropriate for a woman. Small chins make the nose appear larger, and also inappropriate …
Most patients don't know the concentration of Botox Cosmetic they are receiving. Some frequent Botox users may know the total units they receive. Everyone knows the facial areas they wanted rejuvenated! For the glabella (between the eyebrows), a total 10-25 units of Botox Cosmetic injected via 4-5 injections is appropriate. Most plastic surgeons and dermatologist …
Patients frequently have deviated noses, septal deviation, and nasal obstruction following nasal injuries. Trauma may be acute or immediate, but usually the injury occurred years ago. Most patients injure their nose from sports, fist fights, or minor falls. Broken noses should be evaluated by a facial plastic surgeon soon after the injury. Swelling after injury …
Idiopathic facial paralysis (ie, Bell's palsy) is a relatively uncommon condition. Most patients recovery completely, but some may continue to have residual facial paralysis. Every patient who has facial paralysis which includes a comprehensive evaluation of possible causes of the paralysis, which includes blood, MRI, and neurology testing. Patient with chronic facial paralysis suffer from …