Is Elfin Ear Surgery Safe?
July 26th, 2011
A procedure to make “Elf Ears†has become popular among body modification artists. While they are not prohibited from performing this type of procedure, they are not allowed to use any anesthesia or provide any pain medication for their client. This unusual “cartilage sculpting†continues to gain popularity amongst sci-fi enthusiasts, but it is very risky surgery. The cartilage is cut, re-shaped and sewn back together to make the pointy tip. It has been called cosmetic surgery, but it clearly lies outside the practice of licensed medical doctors. Risks of this basically irreversible procedure include infection and deformity of the ear, which is often caused by poor technique or poor healing.
The procedure only costs about $600, but the price to deal with serious complications may have a long lasting impact that will require more than money to fix.
Patient Comment: Laser Treatment
July 12th, 2011
Paul writes:
I had a laser treatment on my face a couple of weeks ago. I just wanted to let Dr. Bashioum know that I am very pleased with the results. It looks great! I enjoyed meeting him and the staff. If I have a chance to recommend anyone else, I will certainly do so.
Dr. Bashioum replies: Thank you for your kind comments. I have found that patients are pleased with this type of laser treatment. The Cool Glide laser by Cutera is especially effective in treating tiny broken capillaries. The laser targets the blood vessels, simply passing through the skin like a window. The light is absorbed by the tiny capillaries and the redness disappears in a matter of days.
The Cool Glide is also the first laser approved for permanent hair reduction for all skin types.
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