When a plastic surgery procedure is being performed for cosmetic reasons, insurance will not be involved. However, insurance may partially or fully cover a surgery when it is necessary for reconstructive purposes. Some procedures which are often covered by insurance are: Breast reconstructive – after a masectomy Tummy tuck – for gastric bypass patients Eyelid […]
Are you a candidate for plastic surgery?
Before undergoing any procedures, plastic surgery candidates must have realistic expectations and an understanding of the limitations set by medicine, technology, and their own body. Even with how fast technology is evolving, there are still things that simply cannot be done… yet! We never like to use absolutes when it comes to plastic surgery. Good […]
How young is too young? How old is too old?
There really is no set in stone rule as to the appropriate ages for plastic surgery. The appropriateness of plastic surgery procedures should be examined more on a case by case basis. Certain criteria need to be looked at such as the individual’s unique body type and aging process. Of course, there are age tendencies […]
Do’s and Don’ts for Plastic Surgery
Do’s: 1. Research your doctor Does your doctor perform a lot of these procedures? Is your doctor a board certified plastic surgeon? Ask to see your doctors results from previous procedures they’ve done. Meet with your doctors patients Confirm that your doctors facility is accredited 2. Have realistic goals Realize that this is a serious […]
The difference between saline and silicone breast implants
A common question we receive at our clinic is “what’s the difference between saline and silicone breast implants?” Saline and silicone breast implants are similar in that they both have an outer silicone shell, however the implants differ in material and consistency. Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water and are inserted empty, then […]
