Why
is it called plastic surgery?
Plastic
comes from the Greek, plastikos, which means to shape or
to mold. Plastic surgery involves reshaping the body either
for cosmetic or reconstructive reasons. Cosmetic surgery
is done to rejuvenate and improve one's appearance while
reconstructive surgery is done to repair defects caused
by birth, trauma, or disease.
What
procedures does Dr. Lo specialize in?
Dr.
Lo is an expert in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery
of the face. His most common procedures include eyelid, brow,
midface, and face lifts. He also reconstructs many defects
as a result of cancer. He also has vast experience in
liposuction of the body.
Am
I a candidate for cosmetic surgery?
Dr.
Lo will carefully evaluate each patient. The best candidate
will be in good physical and mental health, have realistic
expectations of the surgery, understand all risks involved,
and be willing to follow pre- and post-operative instructions.
What
kinds of anesthesia will I have for surgery?
Dr.
Lo will discuss with you which type of anesthesia is appropriate
according to the length and difficulty of the procedure,
the patient's health, and the patient's preference. It
will range from local anesthesia, local anesthesia with intravenous
sedation, or general anesthesia. Patients seem to heal
with fewer problems when using local anesthesia.
What
are the risks?
Any
surgery comes with very real risks. Dr. Lo will discuss
the specific risks of the procedure during the consultation.
Some of the most common are pain, bleeding, and infection.
Fortunately most risks and potential problems are rare.
How
much time before I can get back to my life?
Recovery
time depends primarily on the procedure, and how quickly
you heal. Many patients are able to resume light activity
within 3-5 days, moderate activity after 7-10 days. Some
more invasive surgeries do require a longer "down time'.
How
do I prepare for my surgery?
To
maximize healing, Dr. Lo recommends having excellent nutrition,
adequate rest and exercise. Dr. Lo also recommends Vitamin
C and folic acid for healing. Aspirin and other blood
thinners are stopped 2-3 weeks prior to surgery (Coumadin
should only be stopped with your doctor's advice and guidance).
Smoking is a detriment to healing and you should abstain
from all forms of nicotine.
How
much will it cost?
Because Dr. Lo assess each patient individually,
he cannot determine what procedures you will need without
a consultation. Therefore, it is difficult to give a specific
quote prior to having a consultation with Dr. Lo.For other
questions, please feel free to contact our office.
|
