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Financing Your New Nose

HomeGeneral The cost of rhinoplasty, or any cosmetic procedure for that matter, is one of the most important factors for many people when they decide to have plastic surgery. The cost of rhinoplasty is varied depending on geographic location and the experience of the surgeon. The following are points to consider when thinking about how to finance your rhinoplasty surgery. Most insurance plans do not cover cosmetic procedures. Rhinoplasty is sometimes covered if the patient needs it for a medical purpose. Examples of this would be a broken nose or correcting a deviated septum to assist with breathing. Some insurance companies […]

Debunking the Myths of Rhinoplasty

HomeGeneral Rhinoplasty is one of the most common types of plastic surgery performed in the United States. Despite its popularity, there is a large amount of false information circulating about the procedure. The following are common myths about rhinoplasty: 1. Rhinoplasty is a painful procedure. Rhinoplasty is almost exclusively performed under general anesthesia, meaning that the patient will be asleep during the entirety of the procedure. After the surgery, most patients describe their discomfort as something similar to a bad head cold as opposed to any sort of severe pain. The discomfort wears off within 7 to 10 days. In many cases, […]

Blepharoplasty and Makeup

HomeGeneral A common question that many patients have before having a blepharoplasty is how soon they can wear makeup again. This is an understandable concern, but patients should follow all of their surgeon’s instructions for recovery. After sutures have been removed (usually one week after surgery) and the swelling has subsided, some patients may wish to try to camouflage post-op discoloration. Some patients find this helpful while others do not feel it makes the area look any better. Before using any sort of eyelid makeup after eyelid surgery, make sure that your surgeon thinks that it is safe. Do not apply any […]

Botox Myths

HomeGeneral Botox is one of the most popular and widely used injectables used today. With something so popular, it is inevitable that myths, misconceptions, and false information would emerge about the product. The following are myths and facts about Botox injections: Myth: Botox is toxic to your body. This belief comes from the fact that Botox is a purified protein derived from the botulinum toxin, a serious form of food poisoning. The botulinum toxin lives in poorly preserved foods, including canned meats. This toxin primarily affects the central nervous system. Botox is the cosmetic form of this toxin and the concentration of […]

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