All patients sign a form acknowledging that their medical recordds, including photos, are subject to HIPAA regulation. This is a government regulation that guarantees patient confidentiality. Records and information about patients may not be revealed to anyone unless authorized by the patient.   « less

Plastic surgery will help! The lipoma on your back can be liposuctioned via a tiny incision. At the same time, a tummy tuck can be performed. Although you will be significantly improved with a tummy tuck, the results will even be better if you loose some weight before the procedure.    « less

Liposuction of love handles costs can run from $4000 to $5000. Recovery is quite rapid with return to normal activities only requiring two to three days. Work-out can usually be resumed after one to two weeks.   « less

A skin graft may be appropriate to improve the burn scar of your left forearm, but until you are examined, it is impossible to determine if it is the best solution for your scar. If a skin graft turns out to be the best procedure for your problem, then you would need to obtain prior authorization (via a request from your treating physician to your carrier) to pre-determine if your insurance carrier will pay for the procedure. The cost of this surgery will depend on the magnitude and extent of the scar and can only be set by your treating physician.   « less

Getting the rhinoplasty done in the lower states or Alaska is no problem, but as with any major surgery, follow-up visits are necessary and important at least for the first week or so after the procedure. In addition, travel by airplane within the first week could be problematic due to nasal swelling and potential inner ear problems with rapid change in altitude. Finally, assuming you are not now pregnant, having child is not a problem following rhinoplasty. If you are currently pregnant, it would be inadvisable to undergo elective surgery during the pregnancy.   « less

At one month post hysterectomy, it is much too early to assess the contour of you abdominal wall. A compression garment will really help. If the problem areas is still present in two or three more months, then I would consult with your plastic surgeon. Perhaps a minor liposuction procedure will reduce the area if it still persists.   « less

John, There are so many options available for your wife to handle the excess skin, that it would be impossible in this forum detail all of her options and costs. These procedure run the gamut of tummy tuck, full lower body lift, arm reduction, as well as breast lift and possibly implants. It would be best to come in for a consultation to discuss her priority and then establish a treatment plan. Various cost options can be discussed at that time. I see a lot of patients who have lost substantial weight and need skin reduction and lifting.   « less

Your best option is to have a frank discussion with your surgeon about the results of your procedure and your expectations. Have an open mind and listen to what, if any, additional treatment may be appropriate for your concerns. Minor surgical revisions are not uncommon after any procedure and I have always advised patients to discuss with their surgeon what policies are in place prior to undergoing any procedure.   « less

While lumpiness can be present after any injectable, it is usually not visible and often subsides with time. Discuss with your surgeon what his/her experience is with use of this particular filler.   « less

Luren, As previously discussed in response to other questions, it is best to have you prioritize those areas of improvement that are most important for you. Then a game plan can be established to tackle one or several areas during one surgical procedure. This could be done at the time of an initial consultation.   « less