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Frequently Asked Questions about Plastic Surgery

A: Plastic surgery is the medical specialty reconstructing or enhancing the body especially by transfer of tissues due to injury, congenital birth defect, or for aesthetic appeal and cosmetic purposes (to improve appearance, increase symmetry/proportion and diminish signs of aging.)

A : The term “plastic” in surgery has nothing to do with plastic in the conventional sense. In fact, did you know that the term plastic surgery originated 70 years before the term “plastic” as in petroleum products? The surgical term is derived from the Greek form πλαστική (τέχνη), plastikē meaning modeling, sculpting, or reshaping.
A: Yes, it is a must as it is the only board acknowledged and approved by the National Board of Medical Specialties. Also look for years of experience in the procedures you are seeking. Meet with the doctor and his staff to make sure that your questions are answered, you understand the best course of treatment, and you feel comfortability with the quality of care and communication. To verify a surgeon’s certification status, contact the American Board of Plastic Surgery at 215-587-9322 or visit the board’s website at www.abplsurg.org or the American Board of Medical Specialties at www.abms.org or by phoning 1-800-776-2378
A : There is no right age for plastic surgery depending on the circumstances. Physical health, mental health, and tolerating the healing process are more important factors in weighing candidates for surgical procedures.?

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plastic Surgery

A: Yes. Plastic surgeons are medical doctors with expertise in surgery in general. They later complete additional residency training specifically in plastic and reconstructive surgery. It usually takes between six to nine years after graduating from medical school to train to be a plastic surgeon. These surgeons are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and are members of The American Society of Plastic Surgery. Those who specialize in cosmetic surgery will often be members of other organizations and do not complete as rigorous a training standard as plastic surgeons.

A: Some discomfort is associated with the post-operative period and patients report pain and tolerate pain differently. Pain medication is prescribed to minimize discomfort during the healing process.
A: This depends upon the procedure, genetics and a variety of factors. A personalized consultation can provide a more thorough estimate.
A: Again, this depends upon the procedure and the patient’s preference. For minor procedures local anesthesia is sufficient. Other forms of anesthesia include intravenous sedation (twilight sedation), general anesthesia, and regional anesthesia (nerve blocks).
A: The decision is based on many factors including health, age, current size, and form. A consultation with your doctor will reveal your personal options.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plastic Surgery

A: Youthful faces are fuller and more contoured due to fat deposits in the cheeks which are lost as a normal course in aging. Elastic fibers of the skin lose elasticity forming wrinkles and sags. Gravity elongates the face as tissues slacken around the chin. The skin stretches and loosens. Grooves or lines form and the nasolabial fold deepens. Crow’s feet, laugh lines, smoker lines emerge.

A: The ultimate result is a combination of desired outcome, skill, and the evolution of products available on the market. Some patients prefer a more natural look. The products on the market today like Kybella, Voluma, Volbella, and Vollure are better formulated to the specific target areas, yield more natural results than ever possible before, last longer, and have less downtime than their predecessors. Much more natural results are possible today than 10 years ago. In most cases, you will look better and more youthful but no one will pinpoint exactly what has changed.

A : Insurance companies cover plastic surgery when reconstruction is necessary. For cosmetic appearance (elective surgery), plastic surgery is not covered by medical insurance.

A : Financing may be available. Call to schedule a consultation.

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