PLASTIC SURGERY

Q:I am considering getting plastic surgery as my New Year Resolution. Do you think this is a good idea?

A:I get every variations year, of and this I always question answer it the same way. Plastic surgery, like any surgery, should be well-researched and well-considered before decisions are made. There are two key aspects that you need to consider:

1) Decide what is right for yourself, right now. Do not make decision to have or not have plastic surgery based on the calendar or pleasing anyone else. Decide what you want for your own body, and for your own best personal well-being – both externally and internally. 2) Consult with a qualified plastic surgeon. The internet and friends may have information, but you need to base your decision on specific details that pertain precisely to you – your body, health, desired results, etc. And please, don’t ‘cut corners’ by getting advice from other than a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only they have the education, training and experience to provide insight critical to your decision.

As for cosmetic surgery’s popularity, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were more cosmetic procedures nationally in 2018 than ever before in the U.S. These are the Top 10: Breast Augmentation (over 300,000 women every year); Liposuction (there are also non-surgical variations); Blepharoplasty (eyelid reshaping); Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck); Breast Reduction (typically covered by insurance); Rhinoplasty (Nose reshaping); Rhytidectomy (facelift); Breast Lift; Forehead Lift and Gynecomastia (male breast reduction).

I invite you to call and schedule a consultation. I performed more procedures in 2019 than ever before. This additional experience allows me to more effectively help you and all my future patients.