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1. Plastic Surgery Questions Answered by the Huntington Beach Plastic Surgeons ...
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result of skin tension and scars.
Numbness: Parts of the face, forehead, eyes, ears and scalp may feel numb for weeks or months after surgery; this is normal and expected. On occasion, loss of sensation my be prolonged or permanent.
Scars: Every operation creates some type of scar. Facelift incisions are planned to hide and minimize visible scarring. Scars, however, are not predictable and infrequently patients will develop scars which are widened, thickened, raised, more red or generally more visible than anticipated (hypertrophic or keloid). Normally, scars go through a maturation process which takes months. This includes an expected period
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scabs), you can begin using Scar Guard® scar treatment or Neosporin Scar Solution® on the incisions. Scar Guard® and Neosporin Scar Solution® are available at the pharmacy in our building.
You will continue to wear a supportive garment for six to eight weeks. During this time, you will slowly return to your normal activities. Over the first three to six months, the last of the swelling, along with feelings of numbness or tightness, will disappear. Your scar will begin to fade and will continue to improve for the first year.
reparing For Surgery
Most patients are very pleased with their new shape. You may lose approximately 5-10 lbs. in
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Scar Revision
If you're considering scar revision...
Scars -whether they're caused by accidents or by surgery- are unpredictable. The way a scar develops depends as much on how your body heals as it does on the original injury or on the surgeon's skills.
Many variables can affect the severity of scarring, including the size and depth of the wound, the blood supply to the area, the thickness and color of your skin, and the direction of the scar. How much the appearance of a scar bothers you is, of course, a personal matter.
While no scar can be removed completely, plastic surgeons can often improve the
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What Is Scar Revision?
Scars -whether they're caused by accidents or by surgery- are unpredictable. The way a scar develops depends as much on how your body heals as it does on the original injury or on the surgeon's skills.
Many variables can affect the severity of scarring, including the size and depth of the wound, the blood supply to the area, the thickness and color of your skin, and the direction of the scar. How much the appearance of a scar bothers you is, of course, a personal matter.
While no scar can be removed completely, plastic surgeons can often improve the appearance of a scar, making it less obvious
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5. Plastic Surgery Questions Answered by the St. Louis Plastic Surgeons of Body...
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pre-certification as an insurance carrier decides whether your individual case is considered reconstructive or cosmetic. For example, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) might be covered if the eyelids are drooping severely and obscuring vision. If the weight of very large breasts causes pain or interferes with normal activities, a breast reduction might be considered reconstructive rather than cosmetic.
We work and argue with insurance carriers all the time and can give you a sense of whether the procedure you need might be covered by insurance.
Risks and Complications
Like all surgery, plastic surgery carries some uncertainty and risk,
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Will my insurance cover cosmetic surgery?
Most insurance policies will not cover procedures which are strictly aesthetic (cosmetic). If you are having a procedure for health reasons, like a breast reduction in order to treat back pain, then your insurance may cover the procedure. Procedures that are deemed "medically necessary" will often be covered by insurance. Your specific insurance carrier will ultimately make this decision.
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How will I pay for my treatment?
We have a dedicated office staff ready to help you understand your insurance coverage and our
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7. Plastic Surgery Questions Answered by San Francisco Board Certified Plastic ...
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surgery be covered by my insurance?
Although insurance companies used to provide generous coverage for medically-necessary breast reductions, recent changes in managed care have resulted in greater restrictions. In extreme cases, coverage may still be available and my office will help submit the necessary insurance forms, pre-authorization documents and supporting materials, including photographs and physical examination data. As a leading San Francisco plastic surgeon, I am familiar with the latest health insurance documentation. Regardless of coverage, however, the patient is ultimately responsible for the procedure fees.
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8. LASIK San Francisco FAQ, Laser Eye Surgery Frequently Asked Questions from L...
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Return to top Will my insurance cover LASIK surgery? LASIK is an elective procedure, which means that the surgery is optional. As a result, only a few insurance companies pay for all or part of vision correction procedures - you can check with your plan administrator, or we will be happy to make a copy of your insurance card and check coverage for you. In some cases, the fees can be covered by medical flex/cafeteria plans that allow pretax dollars to be set aside - please ask your employer if they offer this type of benefit. Vision correction also may be tax deductible as a medical expense (check with your financial advisor).
If you do not
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