Dr. Jenq Nicotine and Marijuana Before Surgery: What I Recommend (and Why It Matters) At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I spend a lot of time helping patients prepare for surgery. Small choices before surgery can make a big difference in healing. Two of the most important factors? Nicotine and marijuana use. Let’s walk through what I … Read more
Keloid vs Hypertrophic Scars: When Surgery Helps (and When It Doesn’t) At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I meet patients who feel frustrated by raised scars. These scars can feel firm, itchy, or even painful. Just as importantly, they can draw attention in ways that patients don’t want. So let’s break this down in a … Read more
Patients often wonder: “How much does a tummy tuck cost?” The answer depends on several factors. However, once you understand how surgical pricing works, it becomes much easier to see what goes into the total cost. At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, we work closely with each patient to explain the details clearly so there … Read more
Breast Reduction and Bra Size: Why Cup Size Can Be Confusing One of the most common questions I hear from patients considering breast reduction is: “What size will I be after surgery?” This sounds like a simple question, but the answer is often more complicated than people expect. Many patients have had very large breasts … Read more
After surgery, swelling is normal. However, many patients ask me: What exactly is lymphatic massage? And how does it help? At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I spend a lot of time teaching patients about recovery. Healing does not stop when surgery ends. Instead, your body begins a new phase of repair. Understanding how your … Read more
At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I often talk with patients about ways to make recovery smoother and more comfortable. One technique that continues to evolve is drainless surgery. So what does that really mean? And how does it apply to both the chest and the abdomen? Let’s walk through it together. What Is Drainless … Read more
As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I see patients who are bothered by changes to their earlobes after piercing. Sometimes these changes happen suddenly. Other times, they develop slowly over years. Fortunately, earlobe deformities are very treatable. With the right approach, I can restore the natural shape of the earlobe and … Read more
As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I have seen patients after a finger cut who are surprised by how much function they’ve lost. At first, the injury may look small. However, if a tendon is involved, the impact can be significant. To understand why, it helps to know the difference between … Read more
As a board-certified plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I spend time helping patients understand where a breast implant sits. Implant placement matters because it directly affects long-term support, movement, and how the breast ages over time. While several implant planes can work well, my preferred approach in most cases is submuscular placement. … Read more
After surgery, many patients notice an area that feels firm, tight, or thick under the skin. Naturally, this can feel concerning. However, in many cases, this firmness is a normal part of scar healing. At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I spend a lot of time helping patients understand what they are feeling and why. … Read more
