FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is a good candidate for cosmetic surgery?

People who have features that make them look older than they feel or who have features that they don’t feel are attractive are candidates for elective cosmetic surgery. If you can specifically identify traits that you would like to improve and have an idea of how you want to look it is helpful. An example is someone who wants a different shaped nose, smaller or larger breasts, a face and neck with less “sagging” or who has fat deposits that are diet and exercise resistant.

A good candidate for surgery also understands the risks and limitations of surgery as explained by their surgeon and works in partnership with their doctor to attain their goals. Likewise, a poor candidate has unrealistic expectations, ignores the advice of their surgeon, does not follow pre and post operative directions and expects the surgery to change their luck, performance or love life.

What is the most important consideration in selecting a plastic surgeon?

A person considering cosmetic and plastic surgery should insist on a "triple-A" plastic surgeon: American Board of Plastic Surgery - The plastic surgeon should be board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This board certification ensures the most extensive, broad and complete training of plastic surgery procedures on all parts of the body. American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - This represents a very select group of plastic surgeons that are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery that are dedicated to excellence in aesthetic plastic surgery. Accredited faciltiy - Select only pastic surgeons that operate in accredited facilities, not in offices where the surgeon may be doing procedures in which he is unable to obtain privileges in an accredited facility such as a hospital or outpatient surgery.

What is the cost of the procedure?

The cost of surgery is soley dependent upon the procedure being performed. You will be given the cost of surgery during you complimentary consultation.

Are there scars?

Skin cannot be cut without scarring. The trick is to limit the length of any necessary incisions and close them in such a way that the body has the best chance of healing with a thin line in the skin. In addition, the incision is placed in a previous wrinkle if possible. After the operation, topical medication is used to decrease the appearance of the scar.