Craniofacial Surgery

Craniofacial plastic surgery refers to a wide range of procedures that can address a number of issues relating to the head and face. Dr. Mark Fisher offers a uniquely high level of fellowship training, enabling him to create impressive results that restore his adult and pediatric patients’ quality of life.

Expert Training for Exemplary Results

Defects and deformities of the head and face can appear as a result of genetic predisposition or can be caused by a traumatic injury or previous surgical procedure. Dr. Mark Fisher possesses the skill and training required to perform these complicated procedures, enabling him to correct a host of issues that can impact the skull, brain, nerves, eyes, facial skin, and bones.

When birth defects, injuries, or other acquired deformities are threatening to impact a patient’s ability to see, breathe, eat, or communicate, Dr. Fisher and his dedicated team are here to help. To learn more about the types of reconstructive craniofacial surgery performed by Dr. Mark Fisher, reach out and set up your consultation at our Westport location today.

What Issues Can Dr. Fisher Address?

Craniofacial surgery does not refer to one single procedure but instead indicates Dr. Fisher’s ability to address an impressively wide range of both facial and cranial issues. This includes deformities and defects that can sometimes severely alter one’s quality of life, while also including his ability to address issues that are purely cosmetic as well.

Dr. Fisher’s skills with craniofacial surgery enable him to address:

Nasal deformities
Facial fractures & trauma
Microtia
Cleft Lip and palate
Rare facial clefts
Facial paralysis
Moebius syndrome
And much more

Restoring Your Full Quality of Life

Given that craniofacial reconstructive surgery is a blanket term, no two surgeries are ever exactly the same. Instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Fisher prefers to work closely with his patients. He’ll get to know the concerns and issues that brought you or your child to him and will work together with you to develop a tailored treatment plan.

Dr. Fisher will explore everything you might need to know, talking you through details about the procedure itself, explaining incision placements, and detailing your aftercare instructions. This will also be your chance to ask any questions you might have about the surgery. The goal is to ensure your comfort and keep you informed, every step of the way.

Depending on the extent of the procedure, craniofacial surgery is often performed at the hospital under general anesthesia, although some procedures such as nasal fractures are done on an outpatient basis. Depending on the type and extent of surgery, you or your child may need to remain under observation for a few days, or may go home the same day.

Recovery After Craniofacial Surgery

The specifics of your recovery period will depend on the extent of your surgical plan. Before your procedure, Dr. Fisher and his team will detail the specific recovery period and make sure you know exactly what to expect. You’ll be given precise aftercare instructions, and any medication you might need to ensure your comfort as you or your child recover. In most cases, complete healing takes between six and eight weeks, at which point you’ll be able to enjoy a fully restored quality of life. To learn more about how craniofacial surgery can benefit you or a loved one, reach out and set up your consultation with Dr. Fisher today.

Why choose Dr. Fisher for craniofacial surgery?

Craniofacial surgery is a complex specialization in which Dr. Fisher has extensive training and expertise. As a board-certified cosmetic expert, he is devoted to helping patients achieve their unique goals for a beautiful, natural-looking appearance, seamless functionality, and peace of mind. Each treatment plan is meticulously curated to correct the patient’s concerns in a manner that honors their individuality and personal goals for improvement. With Dr. Fisher, patients enjoy concierge care and access to cutting-edge technology in a friendly, compassionate practice environment.

Dr. Fisher was recently honored with an appointment as Assistant Professor of Surgery at the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine, a testament to his unwavering commitment to patient safety and consummate technical skills. His esteemed educational background began with graduation from Columbia University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, after which he pursued an integrated residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Northwell Health in New York City, serving as Chief Resident. Dr. Fisher then completed an elite Fellowship in Pediatric and Craniofacial Plastic Surgery at the Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., making him the ideal practitioner to perform your surgery in Westport, CT.