Dr. Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD

Buccal fat removal is a simple and effective surgery designed to address 'chubby cheeks' by removing unwanted fat. The buccal fat pad is typically about the size of a golf ball and is located where small indentations are seen when sipping on a straw. The practice takes intra-operative pictures during the surgery.

Forehead reduction surgery involves making a small incision in the hairline, designed to allow hair to grow through it, effectively camouflaging the hairline. Patients are 'knocked out' under anesthesia, so they won't feel or be aware during the procedure. The technique involves elevating posteriorly and moving the scalp forward, which can achieve approximately one inch of movement.

Dr. D uses a precise lip filler technique to address small lines around the mouth, which are often related to lean body fat rather than smoking. The procedure is performed using only one pinhole, allowing the filler to be applied slowly along the lip line without re-inserting the needle. This method aims to create a refined upper lip and a nice upturn, achieving plump, pillowy lips with minimal swelling, redness, and bruising, ensuring the lips do not appear overdone or overworked.

Dr. D employs various techniques to hide surgical incisions for facial procedures, ensuring discreet results. For facelifts, incisions are hidden in the hairline, allowing hair to grow through them, and behind the tragus within existing creases. For brow lifts, incisions are also hidden in the hairline. Upper eyelid incisions are placed in a natural crease, while lower eyelid procedures have no external incision as it's hidden on the inside. Chin liposuction incisions are concealed underneath the chin. The goal is to make incisions unnoticeable.

The 'Fluff Fairy' refers to the fluffing stage after a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), where the injected fat integrates and softens, and the skin stretches to accommodate it. This process typically manifests between three and six months post-procedure, and sometimes longer. It occurs as nutrients integrate with the surrounding fat tissue, blood supply improves, and the fat softens. A shrinking waist also enhances the perception of a larger booty. Patients may experience a burning sensation as the skin stretches during this stage, and the timing of fluffing varies from patient to patient, but on average, a BBL will appear bigger after this phenomenon.

Awake luxury liposuction is a procedure performed with the patient sedated and under monitored anesthesia, but remaining awake throughout. During the procedure, numbing medicine, pain medicine, and anti-nausea medication are administered to ensure comfort. Dr. D employs a gentle technique, and patients are often described as relaxed. This approach is considered safe and offers benefits such as minimal downtime, smoother results, and precise sculpting.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) for hair restoration stimulates hair growth, increases hair thickness, and improves overall hair health. Patients have seen noticeable results, with one male patient achieving thicker hair after just three sessions. The practice offers various hair restoration options, and patients can schedule a consultation to explore them.

An epidermal inclusion cyst is a small, benign bump that forms under the skin, typically filled with keratin (a protein found in skin cells). These cysts often occur when hair follicles or oil glands get blocked, leading to a build-up of keratin. The treatment involves making a precise incision to ensure the extraction of the entire sac that contains the build-up. Removing the entire sac is crucial to prevent the cyst from recurring. After the procedure, patients might experience some swelling and tenderness, which usually subsides within a few days. With proper wound care and follow-up, patients can expect minimal scarring and optimal recovery.

Dr. D addresses hair restoration for various areas, including beard hair, mustache, eyebrows, and general scalp hair. The practice's methods aim to transform thin hair into thick hair using real and effective solutions such as exosome therapy, PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), and hair transplants.

Keloids are a type of raised scar that can grow rapidly if not treated early. It is recommended to get keloids checked by a professional.