Complete Solutions Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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  • Breast Reduction

    Can a breast reduction be covered by insurance when doing the mommy makeover? I have been seeing a chiropractor for years and he said if I were to...

    If you are a good candidate for a breast reduction, most insurance companies will cover the cost of that portion of the surgery. They will not...

  • What to use on face to do a high frequency treatment?

    I purchased a high frequency skin care device. On trying the first treatment, the wand would not move around my face smoothly. Do I need to apply a...

    Be careful when you use skin tightening devices on the face. They can melt the fat in some patients causing a problem that is difficult to correct...

  • Skin removal

    Are there any programs that could use excess skin from weight loss for medical purposes? If, so how can I find out? Are there any programs that will...

    Human skin that is healthy may be used for research by a University research department (e.g..http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2008471). Skin used...

  • help

    In the last 2 and a half years I have lost over 100 pounds doing low carb. While I should feel proud of what I have done I am more depressed now...

    Great work!! Weighing less will allow you to live much longer. At 5"1" & 250 lbs you still have a ways to go to achieve your "Ideal Body Weight." May...

  • How long should a filler last from fat derived from your body?

    I had a "Lifestyle Lift" on 3/7/15 and was wondering about the "fat extracted from my tummy" used to fill in the lines around my nose during the...

    When FAT GRAFTING is performed, there is no "STANDARD OF CARE" regarding post op instructions. We live in an age where fat grafting is just...

  • What techniques are used for scar revision on the face?

    What techniques are used for scar revision on the face and what care has to be taken after the treatment for healing the scar?

    Although a scar can never be completely removed there are many ways in which it can be improved. often scars can be improved through non-surgical...

  • Should surgeons interfere when a patient goes too far with cosmetic surgery?

    Should surgeons interfere when a patient goes too far with cosmetic surgery?

    Every surgeon needs to talk to their patient about limits in our life. We are doctors and our Code of Ethics has to be shown in front of the patient...

  • Mommy Makeover

    I want an estimate for the mommy makeover and what all does it include?

    As was already mentioned, the term "Mommy Makeover" can encompass a number of procedures. It is meant to refer to the potential changes in a women's...

  • Is there a certain limit to how much you have to weigh for weight loss surgeries?

    I'm in a debate with a friend and would like to know. Is there a certain limit to how much you have to weigh for weight loss surgeries? Thank you.

    I am not quite sure if you are asking about procedures to help lose weight (bariatric surgery) or plastic surgery procedures designed for patients...

  • How do I know which incision is correct for me?

    I have lost 140 lbs. and currently weigh 155 lbs. (5'6). I have been discussing removal of excess skin (tummy tuck) and a breast lift and...

    It sounds like you have done your research before visiting respected qualified plastic surgeons. Now you have a lot of excellent information, but a...

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    My health history is 3 pregnancies (2002,2006,2014), breast reduction 2008, and gastric bypass surgery 2012 resulting in 140lb weight loss. What is...

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    I went to a highly recommended plastic surgeon for a breast augmentation consult. Right now I'm a 36F/36G. The doctor told me that I'd have to have a...

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  • I have Lupus, can I have IPL hair removal?

    I have lupus but for the last two years I haven't taken any medication and so far had very few problems/flares. It only affects my joints in my...

    Hello and thank you for your questions. Like with many medical conditions, there are varying degrees. They key as you mentioned is that you are not...

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