It is known that all surgical procedures may be accompanied by a certain degree of risk. Our plastic surgeon will making your operation go smoothly. He will carefully review your medical history and current health conditions before deciding if it is safe for you to proceed with surgery.

It is important that you fully disclose all pertinent information so that our surgeons will be able to make an accurate assessment of the risks involved. He will take every necessary precaution to reduce the possibility of any complications during and after your surgery.

Several important factors come into play when deciding whether plastic surgery is the right option for you. One of the most important factors is your health. Being in good health greatly reduces the risk of complications occurring during surgery and leads to a speedy recovery.

Next, you need to ask yourself what your motivations are. People who have plastic surgery generally find that it enhances their overall appearance and self-esteem.

Third, you should have realistic expectations. Plastic surgery is both a science and an art, neither of which are perfect. Set reasonable goals as to the result you wish to achieve and be prepared to thoroughly discuss these goals during your initial consultation.

Due to the variety of procedures available in plastic surgery, there can be no blanket rule on age, although age will be taken into consideration when planning your operation. People of all ages have taken advantage of the image enhancement offered by plastic surgery. There are even procedures appropriate for young children!

It is important to realize the limitations of plastic surgery. Plastic surgery cannot fix every situation or reverse the aging process. What is a good procedure for one person may not be an appropriate procedure for another. We are committed to making your plastic surgery experience a successful one.

During your consultation, your surgeon will discuss your desired changes and expectations, review your medical history and current health, and make an assessment on whether the procedure(s) in question are right for you. This is a good time to ask specific questions about the procedure so that you are fully prepared, mentally and emotionally, for surgery.

Your surgeon will discuss the results that can be achieved and make sure that you understand the potential risks and complications. You will have the opportunity to review before and after pictures of patients who have gone through similar procedures.

Generally, post-operative instructions call for rest and limited movement in order to speed up the healing process and recovery time for our surgery patients. Recovery from plastic surgery is different for each individual, and each procedure requires a different recovery time. Bruises usually disappear within a few days, and most swelling is gone in a matter of weeks.

If you follow our post-operative instructions carefully, you will be able to enjoy your normal activities within no time. Your scars will fade over time but are permanent. We take care to conceal any scars so that they are barely visible, if at all.

The image-enhancing effects of plastic surgery become more evident over time, with certain procedures taking up to a year for your body to fully adjust and settle into its new look. When you come in for your consultation we can discuss your expected recovery period and any post-operative instructions in detail.