Dr. Monasebian is one of a handful of surgeons trained and Board Certified in both Plastic Surgery and Maxillofacial Surgery. This unique combination allows him to perform surgical procedures of the face and neck to the highest aesthetic and functional standards.
Whether one is seeking to rejuvenate one's face or correct features resulting from trauma, birth defect, cancer or accident, Dr. Monasebian's understanding of the complex factors involving facial surgery as well as his compassion makes him uniquely qualified.
If you would like to send a photograph of your face before your consultation in New York City so that the results will be available at your exam, please visit our Virtual Consult page.
Please contact us to set up a consultation at our office in New York City for any of the plastic surgery procedures described in this page.
Treatment of Skin Cancer and Skin Lesions
Once your dermatologist or doctor detects a cancerous growth on your face it needs to be removed. Removal and follow-up care is only part of the treatment. Your face must be restored to its original beauty and function and often the special flaps and techniques that Dr. Monasebian uses are needed to achieve this.
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Corrective Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery)
One or both jaws may grow too little or too much. This resulting abnormality may result in difficulties with speech, chewing or the ways your teeth align. The lips and tongue may be forced too much in unnatural ways. This will have long term oral health effects and affect your jaw joint (TMJ). When this problem exists, you may need Corrective Jaw Surgery. Dr. Monasebian's surgery is usually done in conjunction with Orthodontics (braces). The surgery involves moving one or both jaws into a more harmonious and balanced relationship. The effects of this surgery not only improve oral health but also improve and balance facial aesthetics as well. Ancillary procedures of the cheeks, nose, chin and neck may also be done at the same time.
For additional information on corrective jaw surgery visit http://www.aaoms.org/corrective_jaw.php or click here
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TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) Surgery
When muscles and joints don't work properly, muscles will often go into spasm and cramp. If you have tenderness and pain around the muscles of the jaw or notice a decrease in how much your jaw opens you may have a TMJ problem. A clicking or popping or a jaw getting locked open or closed may also occur. In some instances if other modalities have failed, Dr. Monasebian may be able to help you.
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http://www.aaoms.org/tmj.php or click here
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Facial Fractures and Lacerations
No one ever wants to be in an accident or a victim of a dog bite but these unfortunate events do occur. In this unfortunate scenario, trust your face to a surgeon with additional expertise in both the hard tissues (bone and cartilage) as well as soft tissues (skin, muscle and nerve) of the face. Dr. Monasebian's understanding of the face as well as his aesthetic eye will help to restore your face.
For additional information on facial fractures visit http://www.aaoms.org/facial_injury.php or click here
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Scar Revision
Healing is an unpredictable process since there are many forces at work. After a scar has fully matured and is not changing in appearance any more (usually after one year) Dr. Monasebian can often improve its appearance by special flap and suturing techniques. Some scars can inhibit normal functioning of the face and this can be improved as well.
For additional information on scar revision visit www.plasticsurgery.org or click here
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Cleft Lip Surgery and Cleft Palate Surgery
Many children are born each year with Cleft Lip and or Cleft Palate. A Cleft Team that brings together many resources best manages these children. Dr. Monasebian is a member of this team that will help restore your child's face.
For more information on Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate visit www.plasticsurgery.org or click here
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Facial Neurosurgery
There are many nerves in our face that are responsible for both movement and feeling. Often as a result of previous surgery, cancer, accident or birth defect these nerves do not work properly. Depending on the situation involved, Dr. Monasebian may be able to help improve the function of the nerve.
For additional information on facial neurosurgery visit www.lingualnerve.org or click here
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Facial Reconstruction
Working with specialists in the Medical and Dental fields, Dr. Monasebian has performed many reconstructions of the face and jaws. Jaw reconstruction involves adding bone to the jaws that has melted away over time or has been lost to cancer or accident. In addition, bones of the face may be enhanced through the use of implants to the chin, cheek, nose and jaw. Facial recontouring involves the removal of bone that is excessive in nature. Again all of these procedures are performed to restore facial harmony.
For additional information on facial reconstruction visit www.plasticsurgery.org or click here
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Cosmetic Revision of Previous Surgery
Unfortunately one doesn't achieve the desired result in Plastic Surgery. For whatever reason this occurs, the patient need not feel the result is permanent. Dr. Monasebian is often very able to revise and correct the results of previous surgery whether it was performed for a cosmetic or reconstructive reason. Very often minor revisions or non-surgical treatment may remarkably improve the result. Areas that can be enhanced from previous surgery include the face, breast and body.
For additional information on cosmetic revision of previous surgery visit www.plasticsurgery.org or click here
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Snoring Treatment
According to the American Sleep Disorders Association, nearly 45% of normal adults snore occasionally, while as many as 25% are habitual snorers. Chronic, heavy snoring is more common in males and in overweight individuals. The situation tends to worsen with age. Office based laser surgery in the form of Laser Assisted Uvulo-Palatoplasty (LAUP) represents one of the newest and most effective methods for the treatment of chronic snoring. Over the course of up to 5 treatments of LAUP an immediate reduction in snoring is seen, with a significant improvement occurring after the second session. An overwhelming majority of patients significantly reduce or virtually eliminate snoring. The success rate for Laser Assisted Uvulo-Palatoplasty (LAUP) nationwide is approximately 85-90%.
For additional information on snoring treatment visit http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/snoring/snoring.cfm or click here
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