Craniofacial Surgery in Miami

Dr. Maercks spent eighteen months providing craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgical care at the renowned Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center during his residency. He also completed one year serving as chief resident at this outstanding institution. After extensive experience in pediatric and craniofacial surgery including advanced minimally invasive and endoscopic approaches, he traveled the world to train with the unparralleled Dr. Fernando Ortiz-Monasterio and Dr. Fernando Molina.

Dr. Maercks has unique experience in utilizing ultrasonic devices to develop minimally invasive and maximally efficacious techniques including endoscopic Monoblod advancement and unique methods of human skeletal transplantation that do not require immunosuppression. Dr. Maercks' unique training, experience and innovations allow him to deliver exceptional care to children and adults with craniofacial needs

Hypertelorism

Hypertelorism is a condition where there is an abnormally large distance between the eyes. Dr. Maercks addresses orbital hypertelorism using advanced techniques and ultrasonic technology to complete these procedures in a minimally invasive manner, reducing swelling and accelerating recovery. The patient pictured below recieved a facial bipartition in which a central wedge of the craniofacial skeleton is removed and the two remaining halves are rotated toward each other to restore a straight occlusal plane of the teeth as well as restoring a normal distance between the eyes. A cartilage graft was also placed in her nose in this first stage operation. After many months to years she will recieve several refinements to further normalize her appearance.