Plastic Surgery Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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Is it safe to fly immediately after a scar revision surgery?

Is it safe to fly immediately after a scar revision surgery? My old scar from TT needs to be fixed - lots of scar tissue that need to be removed. I...

A TT scar revision will result in a relatively long scar. It would be wiser and safer to have the procedure performed with a surgeon in your area...

Bilateral Brachioplasty

i have lost 6 stone and would like a brachioplasty. It looks awful but feels comfortable. My biggest fear is that it will be tight after the initial...

Congratulations on your weight loss! I understand your concerns about how you will feel after a brachioplasty (arm lift). Though the results do look...

Breast

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Should I consider talking to my doctor about a breast reduction?

I have 32DDD breasts and am starting to develop serious back pain. I have always had severe shoulder and neck pain. I weight 124lbs and am 5′0". Is...

Hello and thank you for your question. I hope you and your family are well during the virus outbreak. You are not over-analyzing your situation...

Will insurance likely cover my breast reduction?

I am 5'3, 120 pounds, and wear a 32DDD or 32E. I'm concerned that not enough CC's will be removed because in the grand scheme of breasts, mine are...

Thank you for your question! Breast reduction is usually covered by insurance when the surgery is performed as part of a medically mandated procedure...

For Men

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Shoulder widening

Is it possible to widen the shoulder via clavicle lengthening? Or would it even be possible to widen the Scapula? Deltoid implants do not make the...

Thank you for the question; you may want to address your concerns with an orthopedic surgeon.

Gynecomastia

How much is excision only Gynecomastia surgery under local anesthesia? I am looking to get the surgery done and shopping around for the best deal...

Shopping for "The Best Deal...

Head & Face

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Lip filler lumps that won´t go away

Hi, I had my upper lip injected with hyaluronic acid filler a month and a half ago. That was not the first time I had the procedure done. And I...

I am sorry to hear about your problems. It does sound like that, after you saw a doctor, you received very reasonable treatment. From your...

Lip Injections

How soon after lip injections can you switch to a different brand...

No, lip fillers are synergistic and can be used sequentially. Best to go one syringe at a time or use half a syringe when indicated. Consider a...

Injectables

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Under eye filler migration

Is there any way to avoid under eye filler to migrate down on the cheeks? Unfortunately, it’s always happening to me! I had to dissolve it after a...

I am sorry to hear about you filler difficulties. Fillers can migrate at times but this is generally uncommon. You may want to get a second...

Botox Before or After an Operation

Hello!

I am due to have an operation under general anaesthetic (gynaecology related) next month.

I’ve never had Botox before but would really

It is perfectly safe to have a Botox treatment a few days prior to gynecologic surgery.

Skin & Hair

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Left side upper lip not moving correctly after facetite.

I had the facetite procedure on my jowls seven weeks ago. The upper left side of my lip is not functioning properly. I can't drink from a straw, or...

At this point in time, there is not much to be done but to wait for further healing. Bruised and traumatized nerves can sometimes take 3-4 months to...

Sun spot removal on a shaved head?

I was wondering the best way to remove sunspots on my shaved head...

Some IPL's (Intense Pulsed Light machines) which should eliminate the spots should not injure your hair follicles. However, if you wish to avoid all...

Complete Solutions

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Fleur de lis

I am 4 weeks post op from a Fleur de lis and things are well just concerned swelling right under the bikini line and the top of my vagina. There is a...

Swelling is normal but you should confirm if your swelling is with your surgeon. The knots in the scar are normal and likely mild fat necrosis where...

Multiple Abdominal surgeries

I have an extensive Abdominal surgery History ...

4/22/2011 - Hysterectomy/Mid-Urethral bladder sling (cut hip to hip)

5/3/2013- Roux-en-Y Gastric B

You would not be wasting your time having consultation with experienced board certified plastic surgeons. He or she can address your concerns...

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