Cosmetic Surgery Questions Part 1

Are you thinking about cosmetic surgery but have questions that you need answered? There are some basic questions associated with cosmetic surgery that almost every patient has but often are scared to ask.

Will cosmetic surgery change the way I look?

Cosmetic surgery is designed to rejuvenate the part of the body that is being operated on. Generally this does not change the over all appearance that makes the appearance more useful.  Life is like a conveyer belt, you get on at the beginning and you get off at the end but you are always moving forward.  Cosmetic surgery is designed to move you back on the conveyer belt.  Therefore you will never be able to change who you are or the way that you look that you can’t make things more useful.

Is cosmetic surgery costly?

Cosmetic surgery generally is not covered by insurance therefore the entire cost of the procedure is borne by the patient. Most cosmetic surgeons do offer very affordable financing agreements usually through third party companies.  Be sure to ask your physician if they offer financing through companies such as general electrics care credit or other financing institutions.

How long is the recovery after cosmetic surgery?

The recovery after cosmetic surgery depends on what type of procedure is being done.  Some procedures are performed in the office, over the lunch hour and require very little recovery time.  Other procedures performed in the operating room do require extended amounts of require up to several months.  A qualified and experience surgeon can help you determine the recovery time for the procedures you were contemplating.  Generally for cosmetic surgery bruising and swelling will be one of the things that is the most variable and this can lead to prolong recovery if you do not want any one to know that you had a procedure performed.

Will there be bruising and swelling after cosmetic surgery?

Bruising and swelling after cosmetic surgery is variable.  There are certain medications which can increase your risk of bruising and swelling.  These include over the counter medications as well as prescription medications.  You will want to speak with the physician performing your procedure to see if any of the medications you are currently taking increase your risk of bruising and swelling.  Often medications need to be stopped for one week before and one week after or longer in order to decrease your risk of bruising and swelling.  Some times in medical clearances needed for prescription medications to be stopped. Be sure to check with both your surgeon and your primary care physician before stopping any medications.

For more information about cosmetic surgery in Dallas, or if you have other questions about Frisco plastic surgeryvisit Dr. D.J. Verret on the web at www.inovationsfps.com.