Advanced Plastic Surgery Center

Learn About Procedures

The term "plastic surgery" refers to both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Fetter is skilled in both types. Cosmetic surgery is generally sought by patients to improve their appearance, and is usually not covered by insurance. Reconstructive surgery often repairs damage from disease, surgery, injury, or some problem present from birth. Such surgery usually restores function to the body and is often covered by medical insurance. Some procedures fall into a gray area between the two, and may or may not be covered.

Dr. Fetter specializes in microsurgery of the hand and reconstructive surgeries to correct the effects of diseases and injuries.

He is also experienced and skilled at cosmetic procedures such as facelifts, nose and ear surgery, liposuction, breast augmentation and lifts, tummy tucks, and treatment for spider veins. Dr. Fetter also performs emergency plastic surgery for traumatic injuries, as well as surgery to correct work-related disorders of the hand.

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Procedures performed by Dr. Fetter include:

Facelift (rhytidectomy)

Skin and underlying tissue is lifted and repositioned and excess skin and fat are removed...resulting in a more youthful, vibrant appearance.

Eyelid Surgery (blepharoplasty)

Removes fat, excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids to correct drooping lids and puffy bags below the eyes.

Collagen Replacement

Collagen is injected under the skin, smoothing wrinkles and lines.

Botox (botulinum toxin)

Botox is injected into specific muscles. This FDA-approved procedure smoothes wrinkles by paralyzing muscles.

Facial Implants

Also called contouring, this procedure changes the basic structure of the face. Using carefully styled implants, the surgery can create a more balanced look among facial features.

Forehead Lift

Muscles and skin are removed or altered to smooth the forehead, raise the upper eyelids and minimize frown lines, resulting in a more alert, rested, and youthful appearance.

Autogenous Fat Infiltration

Minimizes laugh lines, forehead wrinkles, and enhances lips. Fat cells are extracted from areas of the body and then re-injected beneath the facial skin.

Breast Enlargement (augmentation)

Enhances the size and shape of breasts.

Endoscopic Breast Enlargement.

Breast enlargement is also available utilizing a small-incision endoscopic system.

Breast Lift (mastopexy)

Raises and recontours sagging breasts.

Breast Reconstruction

A technique utilized following breast removal, it uses implants or one’s own body tissue to provide symmetry and balance.

Breast Reduction

Reduces and reshapes the contour of large breasts by removing excess breast skin and underlying tissue.

Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty)

This surgery tightens the muscles in the abdomen and extracts excess skin and fat...resulting in a flatter, smoother abdomen.

Liposuction

Although not a substitute for weight reduction, liposuction removes unwanted fat deposits from specific areas of the body. It should be used to remove localized fat that does not respond to diet or exercise.

Chemical Peel

A chemical solution is used to improve and smooth the texture of facial skin by removing damaged outer layers. It can help with blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation, as well as with removing pre-cancerous lesions. Three types of peels offer strengths from mild to strong.

Laser Resurfacing

Sometimes called a 'laser peel,' a carbon dioxide laser is used to remove areas of damaged or wrinkled skin layer by layer. It is often used to minimize fine lines, but can also be effective in treating facial scars or uneven pigmentation

Nasal Contouring (rhinoplasty)

Through several hidden incisions, bone and cartilage can be altered, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing nasal structure.

Ear Setback (otoplasty)

Disproportionately prominent ears can be set closer to the head, creating a more natural contour.

Other Conditions and Solutions

Unsightly Scars

Various procedures can be used to improve or minimize scars, restore function and correct disfigurement that has resulted from injury or previous surgery.

Skin Cancer

Like dermatologists, plastic surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat skin malignancies. The advantage of using plastic surgeons is that they can skillfully remove the growth so it leaves as little scarring as possible, preserving form and function.

Spider Veins

Treatment consists of injecting a solution into the veins that causes them to collapse and fade from view. The procedure may also remedy symptoms of spider veins, including aching, burning, swelling, and night cramps.

Enlarged Male Breasts (gynecomastia)

The condition is usually addressed by using small incisions and liposuction.