Dr. Jenq As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I often meet patients who ask the same thoughtful question: “Do I need a panniculectomy or a tummy tuck?” Although these procedures sound similar, they serve very different goals. So, let’s slow down, break it apart, and walk through the differences together. What Is a … View Full Article Here
As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I often talk with patients about a small but important detail in surgical contouring: dog ears, also known as standing cones. These are tiny folds or puckers of skin and fat that can appear at the ends of an incision. Even though they sound cute, … View Full Article Here
As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic (OCRC), I help many patients treat sun-damaged skin. Because of this, I stay curious and open to research that may keep skin healthier. Recently, I learned of one simple supplement has gathered attention: nicotinamide, also called vitamin B3. This vitamin is low-cost, easy to find, … View Full Article Here
As a plastic surgeon, I think about breast shape as a balance between tissue strength, breast weight, and skin quality. When these pieces work together, the breast holds a lifted, round shape. When one weakens, the breast gradually widens and flattens. At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I walk patients through these concepts so they … View Full Article Here
Top Surgery vs. Mastectomy: Understanding the Difference By Dr. Tina Jenq | Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic | Serving Portland & Happy Valley As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic in Happy Valley, I often meet patients who want clear, honest information about gender-affirming top surgery—especially how it compares to a mastectomy … View Full Article Here
As a plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I meet patients who want to repair years of sun exposure. Over time, UV rays change the skin layer by layer, creating texture changes, pigment shifts, and reduced firmness. When I want to treat deeper signs of sun damage and encourage healthier skin, I often … View Full Article Here
As the weather cools and the days grow shorter, I always feel myself slowing down and taking time to breathe. Thanksgiving has become my favorite holiday because it encourages us to pause, reflect, and fully appreciate the people around us. The warm kitchen smells, shared meals, and cozy gatherings all remind me how powerful connection … View Full Article Here
As a surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I see every day how strongly our daily choices shape our healing. I often tell my patients that the same habits that increase healthspan—the number of years we live in good health—also improve surgical recovery. This connection motivates me, and I love sharing practical ways you … View Full Article Here
At Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I meet many patients who are scared or unsure about their hand symptoms. I like to break things down simply, because understanding what’s happening in your body often makes everything feel less stressful. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a perfect example. It’s common, it’s treatable, and—when caught early—we can usually … View Full Article Here
As a plastic surgeon, I spend a lot of time thinking about stitches. It may seem simple, but the type of suture I choose can shape how a wound heals, how a scar looks, and how predictable the final result becomes. I wrote this guide because many patients ask why I select one technique over … View Full Article Here
