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Dr. Bruce Chau, D.O.
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Bruce Chau is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Berkley, MI. Dr. Chau specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
40 years
Experience
Dr. Bruce Chau, D.O.
- Berkley, MI
- Western University (College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific) Pomona, California
- Accepting new patients
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My daughter wants a breast reduction
The short answer is yes to have breast reduction. But I am in the USA, I am not able to say whether the NHS would allow such surgery at her age. in the US, insurance may cover READ MORE
The short answer is yes to have breast reduction. But I am in the USA, I am not able to say whether the NHS would allow such surgery at her age. in the US, insurance may cover if the proper documentations and parental consent are in good order.
Do you get a facelift under local anesthesia?
It depends. Some surgeons would do that under local anesthesia with oral medications. Some prefer with general anesthesia. Check with the surgeon that you trust and feel comfortable READ MORE
It depends. Some surgeons would do that under local anesthesia with oral medications. Some prefer with general anesthesia. Check with the surgeon that you trust and feel comfortable with.
Can the double chin be fixed?
Yes. Double chin can be due to excessive fat, excessive skin or both. The treatment depends on which factors are the main cause. Sometimes, you may need liposuction and / or READ MORE
Yes. Double chin can be due to excessive fat, excessive skin or both. The treatment depends on which factors are the main cause. Sometimes, you may need liposuction and / or neck lifts.
Will my double chin go away if I lose weight?
When you lose weight, the fatty component might get better, but the hanging skin may not. It all depends on how overweight you are now and how much weight you are going to lose! READ MORE
When you lose weight, the fatty component might get better, but the hanging skin may not. It all depends on how overweight you are now and how much weight you are going to lose!
How can I change my nose shape?
To answer your question with any accuracy, you need to have a consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon.
Is lower eyelid surgery painful?
All surgeries are painful !!! That why you need anesthesia. Either general anesthesia or local anesthesia would work. There might some pain afterward for a few days, some pain READ MORE
All surgeries are painful !!! That why you need anesthesia. Either general anesthesia or local anesthesia would work. There might some pain afterward for a few days, some pain medications would help during your recovery.
Can double chin plastic surgery cause any issues?
What kind of double chin surgery you are having?
If you are having liposuction, just make sure you wear a neck strap after to minimize hanging skin afterward.
If you are having liposuction, just make sure you wear a neck strap after to minimize hanging skin afterward.
Can plastic surgery fix a droopy eye?
Do you mean droopy eye or droopy eyelid? They both can be fixed. Usually, plastic surgeon can fix the droopy eyelid that caused by excessive eyelid skin or sagging eyebrow. However, READ MORE
Do you mean droopy eye or droopy eyelid?
They both can be fixed. Usually, plastic surgeon can fix the droopy eyelid that caused by excessive eyelid skin or sagging eyebrow. However, if your eyelid actually not able to completely open (hence droopy), you might want to see an oculoplastic surgeon. Some plastic surgeons can also fix eyelid Ptosis.
They both can be fixed. Usually, plastic surgeon can fix the droopy eyelid that caused by excessive eyelid skin or sagging eyebrow. However, if your eyelid actually not able to completely open (hence droopy), you might want to see an oculoplastic surgeon. Some plastic surgeons can also fix eyelid Ptosis.
Can I wear a hat after ear plastic surgery?
Yes, as long as it does put pressure to area of the sutures and incisions.
Outer Ear Wart
I am so sorry that you have a difficult problem here. Unfortunately, there are not perfect treatment without risk of deformity. Some treatment is better than no treatment. You READ MORE
I am so sorry that you have a difficult problem here. Unfortunately, there are not perfect treatment without risk of deformity. Some treatment is better than no treatment. You have to be willing to take some risk in order to get treatment. I would try CO2 laser treatment first and hope that it would shrink and may be that's all you need. Surgery might be avoided. If not may be the scar or deformity would be small. The alternative of letting it get bigger surely would cause worse deformity.
Good luck !
Good luck !
What should I avoid after ear plastic surgery?
Any kind of pressure on the ears or pulling the ear forward. Sometimes, sleeping with ski mask over your head that covers both ears might help.
Can you wash your face after a rhinoplasty?
Of course, you can. If you have a cast on your nose, just wash around the cast gently with Q-tips and wash towel.
What are the risks of ear plastic surgery?
You need to specify the type of ear surgery you are having.
What are the risks of eyelid plastic surgery?
Without knowing the specific eyelids surgery. It is hard to say. I assume you are talking about blepharoplasty. The risks can be prolonged bruising and swelling. Sometimes READ MORE
Without knowing the specific eyelids surgery. It is hard to say. I assume you are talking about blepharoplasty. The risks can be prolonged bruising and swelling. Sometimes you may get ectropion or the lower eyelid got pull down slightly. You might get asymmetry (uneven) or visible scar. Uncommonly, one may get excessive tearing or dry eyes.
How can I tighten the skin on my hand?
There are several options.
1. Fat grafting
2. Sculptra (biostimulator injection under your hand skin.
3. Radiesse filler
1. Fat grafting
2. Sculptra (biostimulator injection under your hand skin.
3. Radiesse filler
How soon can I wear makeup after septoplasty?
As soon as you feel comfortable. Septoplasty involves surgery inside your nose, so wearing makeup on the outside should not be an issue.
Is it normal to have uneven breasts after augmentation?
Minor unevenness can be normal. However, an easily noticeable might signify possible complications such as hematoma, fluid collections (seroma) especially very early after surgery. READ MORE
Minor unevenness can be normal. However, an easily noticeable might signify possible complications such as hematoma, fluid collections (seroma) especially very early after surgery. You should report to your surgeon for post operative evaluation.
If you are a few months post op, you need to have your surgeon review you before pictures to see if there is significant size difference between you right and left side to begin with. Are the implants you have now in different sizes?
If you are a few months post op, you need to have your surgeon review you before pictures to see if there is significant size difference between you right and left side to begin with. Are the implants you have now in different sizes?
Can you drink coffee after rhinoplasty?
Yes, you absolutely can!
What happens if you don't replace your breast implants?
If you don't have problem with your breasts, there is no urgency to replace them. However, at some point the implants have to be replaced. Usually, patients have to go back in READ MORE
If you don't have problem with your breasts, there is no urgency to replace them. However, at some point the implants have to be replaced. Usually, patients have to go back in for breast lifts or removing capsules contracture then it might make sense to replace them the same time.
