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I have an umbilical hernia that needs to be repaired. Can u do a tummy tuck as well?
Hernia
Mar 4, 2014
This is common to repair all ventral hernias at time of abdominoplasty as well tightening any weakness there
I need a Septoplasty but my ENT says I need to wait “fully a year” after having done any amount
No waiting
Jan 26, 2014
Drug abuserd are not great candidates for elelective surgery cocaine is especially bad for noses Of never use again and don’t abuse other drugs no problem but drug pt tend to be deceptive so careful delay is normsl
Is a tummy tuck my only option?
Tummy tuck
Jan 11, 2014
The loose skin the ideal weight a good body contour dictates the only answer is a tummy to restore most of your contour with one scar you will love the potential results
I’ve had my implants for 8 years but now my left one causes severe pain an looks different an h
Asymetry
Dec 21, 2013
Asymetry is the number one disturbing complaint and you need to be seen examined and get a plan specific for your needs.
Implant Size 500-600cc take me from a 36D to 36DDD?
D toDDD
Dec 21, 2013
In general 300cc is equal to a cup size so an the surface 600 cc should do the job 36 to 38 is chest size and wil not change with implant Bra cup size are not standard but brand specific so you should be examined and try on implants to judge the size that you desire
Can you look at my Dr.s before and afters and guide me in what you would do in this situation?
asymetry
Dec 17, 2013
Asymetry is always a risk First most people are slightly uneven in size in position of fold and in shape your right breast and nipple were slightly higher than left and the same is true post op You are more aware but the basic change is size only You should have discussed fold and nipple relationship pre op cause the result is good
Full Tummy Tuck and Hernia Repair as Separate Procedure, Is This Common?
Separate repair
Dec 17, 2013
These are often done together There are coverage problems for reimbursement so that must be worked out if done separately then do the hernia first then the cosmetic tummy tuck jrc
I have one breast that is larger than the other. Can this be easily corrected with breast impla
Asymetry
Dec 13, 2013
Yes you can enlarge the small one or reduce the big one implants are easy small scar Reduction leaves a bigger scar but is all your tissue
I am an ICU nurse- I was wondering how long I would need to be off after breast implants, consi
Time off after surgery
Dec 13, 2013
Many pts return to work in3-4 days if you lift with your arms close and flexed at the elbow then you can do most things after two weeks you should be fine
Does extensive experience with a procedure type (SmartLipo) also make you qualified for a proce
Experience counts
Nov 23, 2013
A mature surgeon who is open about his experience is safe Often you are good with a piece of equipment or procedure and can extend to new. Areas with out difficulty
I am currently a 32A and plan to get 450cc silicone breast implants (high profile) Will these g
Breast implant size
Nov 2, 2013
When choosing an chest size and breast width are very important In general most people achieve their goal with 250-350cc So in your case this is bigger than usual and might be large enough but may look abnormal to because width and tight volume jrc
Breast cup B to C augmentation?
Sizes
Oct 26, 2013
Try in your plastic surgery office can have you try on sizers or computer replicas so in general you can get upper pole fullness and one cup size on any one
Sneezing 6 Days After Septoplasty/turbinate Reduction/polyp Removal?
Sneezing post nasal surgery
Oct 15, 2013
Severe sneezing blowing your nose may cause bleeding but rare long time damage If the bleeding is bad enough you may need surgery
Is It Safe and Reasonable Me to Have Cosmetic Surgery After a Recent Craniotomy?
Safety first
Oct 12, 2013
All procedures are elective so you need clearance by your neurosurgeon anesthesia and tot medical doctor then you can have surgery
Is Requesting Second Consult With A PS That I Would Like To Choose To Perform My Surgical Proce
Pre op questions
Oct 1, 2013
It always best to get all questions answered and reviewed Listen carefully to risks and remember to ask how complications are managed take as many visit you need it is your money