Plastic Surgery Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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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...

Pain and swelling 6-weeks post tummy tuck

I am six weeks post tummy tuck and breast augmentation. I have had a discomforting pain in my upper right abdomen area since my tummy tuck. It hurts...

It is possible that you are being too aggressive in starting your exercise routine. 4 weeks is a little early to start with anything more than...

Breast

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Botched reduction

I had a breast reduction 17 years ago by the NHS United Kingdom. It looks like a dentist performed the surgery. I have 2 total different breasts...

There are always options for you to consider after having a visit with a board certified plastic surgeon (not a trainee) and making sure your surgeon...

Skin issues

Hello, I'm a cis woman in my late 20s. Last time I measured, my breasts are at 38G. I would like to get a reduction for the typical reasons (back...

Your skin condition is an indication for surgery. I have patients paint the area twice a day with Betadine solution which helps dry the area and...

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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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

The only risk of Botox just before surgery is possibly moving the Botox from the pressure of the mask used to get you to sleep. However, this risk is...

Can botox cause permanent paralysis?

On Aug. 26 I had 20 units of botox for crows feet. 5 days later I had some filler done and the plastic surgeon put some dysport under eyes due to...

Most likely, the second Dysport injection paralyzed the zygomaticus muscle, the muscle that controls the mouth and cheek. This should dissipate as...

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...

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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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