Reconstructive Surgery
Reconstructive facial plastic surgery has the power to not only improve appearance, but also significantly impact confidence and quality of life. With the ability to correct birth defects, repair trauma caused by injury, or reclaim a natural appearance following cancer removal surgery, reconstructive procedures aim to restore form as well as function.
Dr. John P. Flynn, Dr. Clinton D. Humphrey, and Dr. J. David Kriet are passionate about using their experience to give patients a renewed sense of self. Our facial plastic surgeons work with board-certified otolaryngologists, ENT doctors, and surgical specialists to achieve precise, top-quality reconstruction. We prioritize building a trusting relationship with each patient to truly gain insight into each individual’s needs. This gives us the ability to achieve the highest caliber of final results.
Explore Topics On This Page:
Revision Rhinoplasty
Revision rhinoplasty offers the ability to improve upon the original outcome of your nose surgery. Whether you’re seeking additional treatment due to a complication after your procedure or your dissatisfaction with another plastic surgeon’s work, revision rhinoplasty requires the specialized experience and diligent hand of a knowledgeable facial plastic surgeon. By thoroughly discussing your concerns and goals for the outcome, our doctors can help address cosmetic and/or functional issues that were not resolved during your first rhinoplasty.
Nasal Reconstruction
Restoring proper function and natural-appearing anatomy after suffering an injury, nasal trauma, or cancer removal surgery can be a critical part of the healing process for many patients. Nasal reconstruction combines several advanced techniques to repair damage and rebuild the cartilage, bones, and soft tissue of the nose.
Ear Reconstruction
The goal of ear reconstruction is to improve the proportions, shape, and appearance of the ears following trauma, cancer removal surgery, or injury. These procedures can also correct birth defects and deformities affecting the ears, such as microtia or protruding ears. Reconstructing one or both ears often involves complex surgery to the cartilage, ear lobes, and soft tissue. While the scope and complexity of surgery varies based on patients’ needs, use of rib grafts, tissue transfer, and prostheses are common approaches.
Skin Cancer Surgery
Recognizing the initial signs of skin cancer is crucial to swift and comprehensive treatment of the disease. Because the irregular growths and lesions resulting from skin cancer can vary in appearance, it is imperative to routinely examine the skin for the presence of any abnormalities. If it is determined that surgery is the most optimal treatment for your specific skin cancer, there are several methods available to address the cancerous lesions or growths — including Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) and wide local excision. We frequently collaborate with skilled Mohs surgeons, and our facial plastic surgeons will consider the most beneficial procedure to treat the cancer according to your unique needs. Following skin cancer surgery, post-skin cancer reconstruction techniques can help restore normal anatomy in the treated region.
Mohs Reconstruction
Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) offers effective and often lifesaving removal of various skin cancers while preserving as much surrounding tissue as possible. However, reconstruction of the facial areas commonly affected by skin cancer — such as the lips, nose, and eyes — may be necessary to accurately and comprehensively treat defects left from skin cancer surgery. In these circumstances, Mohs reconstructive surgery should only be entrusted to a team of extensively experienced and double-board certified facial plastic surgeons. Our doctors consult with Mohs surgeons and oncology specialists at the University of Kansas Cancer Center to restore complete functionality and attain an optimal aesthetic result.
“Dr. Flynn was caring and kind. He listens and offers Suggestions. The surgery he did to re-construct my nose after having Mohs surgery allowed me to look pretty darn close to normal. In all categories of a doctor’s critique items, he checks all the boxes of excellence. ”
Facial Scar Revision
Scar revision surgery is performed to improve the appearance of facial scarring, as well as address disfigurement, discoloration, and changes in the skin after an injury or wound. The nature of facial scar revision surgery typically depends on the type of scar you have, but the goal is to reduce prominent facial scarring and restore natural-looking anatomy.
Facial Trauma Repair
Facial trauma repair can transform a patient’s confidence and comfort following an injury. This highly customized surgery can be performed using a myriad of techniques depending on the severity and location of the injury, but treatment can rehabilitate the affected areas to minimize scarring, restore natural-looking anatomy, improve the strength of weakened or fractured bones, and/or reclaim functionality in areas of injury.
Drs. Kriet, Humphrey, and Flynn have the skill and technical proficiency to restore natural-looking anatomy in areas of facial damage or deformity. We encourage you to contact Facial Plastic Surgery KC at our Kansas City practice to discuss your concerns in person, or to learn more about the best procedure(s) to achieve your goals.