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, … Read more
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, … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
As a board-certified plastic surgeon at Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic, I sometimes see patients with a complaint of nipple retraction. I want to explain this condition in simple, clear language so you know what’s going on and how we can correct it. Nipple retraction happens when the nipple pulls inward instead of sitting outward … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
