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• Why have a consultation?
• Why have plastic surgery in this area?
• Am I too young or old for plastic surgery?
• What about my spouse?

Why have a consultation?

A consultation is a quick way to find out what plastic surgery can do for you. During the consultation you will find out if the time is right for you. If necessary, Dr. Lipton will suggest ways to make the surgical results better for the patient - evaluate medical conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure, stop smoking, lose weight, adjust hair or make-up, see your dentist or dermatologist. Plastic surgery is a big decision, but Dr. Lipton and the staff will do everything they can to make sure it is the right one for you. We will usually visit with each patient several times before surgery to be sure all plans are thorough and all questions are answered. (top of page)

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Why have plastic surgery in this area?

Here are five good reasons to have plastic surgery in the area.

• Quality: Fully accredited operating room ("not office"). Highly trained medical staff in all phases of surgery and recovery.
• Friendly: names and faces you know or can easily find out about. Easily available when you need them.
• Convenient: Not just the day of surgery, but the night or weekend after. For example, what if immediate attention is needed. Office appointments suit the working schedule as well.
• Cost Effective: Our surgery center has lower prices for cosmetic surgery because of lower overhead. A major consideration is the patient's own valuable time, especially travel for follow-up visits. We intend to be lower in price than in larger cities. If we are not, tell us. There must be a reason.
• Discrete: If you wish or need even if the surgery is done close to home

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Am I too young or too old for plastic surgery?

The are operations appropriate for any age. We will let you know if and what procedures are right or wrong for you. Biologic age is more important than chronologic age. We evaluate the total patient, not just the area in question. Here are some good guidelines.
Young (age 7) - Ear Tuck (Otoplasty) is the correction of protruding ears typically done around the first grade before the child is subject to criticism from his/her classmates.
Teenage (14-18) - Rhinoplasty, the correction of a nasal deformity, is often done in the teenage years, once the growth is completed and the patient's appearance will be maximally improved. For some people this is about the time their braces come off their teeth.
Early Adult (30s - 40s) - Tummy tucks are often done after the family is completed and there are no more children expected. Liposuction is also popular.
Middle Aged (40s) - Eyelids (Blepharoplasty) are corrected just as the baggy tissue begins to form around the eyelids. This is usually when it becomes difficult to apply makeup.
The 50's - The average age for a facelift (Rhytidectomy) has changed to the early 50's. This way the early results are most noticeable and later touch ups are small. (Top of page)

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What about my spouse?

It is best if the spouse knows in advance, because they WILL know eventually! Remember, it is difficult to achieve balance as a spouse.

Think of these conversations.

Me: "How about cosmetic surgery, dear?"
Spouse: "Excellent idea, I have been meaning to suggest it. I can't wait." (trying to be supportive)
Thought: He doesn't like me as I am.

Now consider that conversation versus this one.
Me: "How about plastic surgery, dear?"
Spouse: "Oh no! I love you the way you are." (Trying to be supportive)
Thought: He won't let me be all I can be.
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