Breast reduction surgery today ranks among the more popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the US. During the pre-op consultation, the breast surgeon will explain to the patient about all aspects of the procedure and also discuss its estimated costs. The surgeon’s first goal will be to educate the patient and help her make an informed decision.

Breast reduction surgery costs will usually vary between two practices, and sometimes even between two patients at the same practice. In a few cases, the costs may be fully or partially covered under health insurance. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim provides breast reduction to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Cost Factors

The costs of breast reduction cosmetic surgery can be impacted by a number of factors. Key cost components in this surgery typically include:

• Breast surgeon’s fee
• Charges of the surgical center
• Fee charged by the anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist
• Pre- and post-operative tests and mammograms
• Prescription drugs
• Surgical bra and compression garment
• Post-surgical appointments with the surgeon

Breast reduction surgery is usually performed as an outpatient procedure. However, if the patient requires an overnight stay at the hospital, the cost will go up. Other factors that can affect the actual cost of surgery include:

• Geographical location of the practice
• Skills and experience of the plastic surgeon
• Amount of breast tissue removal and complications in a particular case
• Additional procedures, in any, such as breast lift or liposuction

 

Cost Assessment

Breast reduction surgery costs should be assessed in view of the quality standards and services provided at a practice. If the patient is being offered an unusually low price for the procedure, they should do their due diligence and exercise abundant discretion when evaluating such an offer. If hidden charges are involved, the patient may end up paying more in the end.

At the time of initial consultation, the patient should clarify all doubts and concerns about costs, and take even seemingly minor pre- and post-surgical costs into account. While surgeon’s fee is a key cost element, the patient should ideally choose a fully trained and board certified plastic surgeon with a proven track record.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), patients should select the right surgeon for her needs, and consider surgeon’s fee only as a secondary factor. Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for breast reduction.

 

Insurance and Financing

In a few cases, breast reduction may become a medically necessary procedure if the patient suffers from persistent pain in the back, neck or shoulders, or experiences frequent skin infection or rashes at the breast crease. If these conditions can be proved, the patient could be eligible for full or partial insurance coverage.

Other patients will usually have multiple financing options to choose from. They may seek loans through professional medical care financing firms. These loans typically have lower interest rates, quick loan approvals, and easier monthly installments.

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Reduction mammaplasty, commonly known as breast reduction, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to reduce the volume and size of excessively large breasts to make them proportionate to the rest of the body.

While the procedure is usually performed for cosmetic reasons, some women may also need it for medical reasons if they are experiencing persistent pain and discomfort in the neck, shoulders or back, skin rashes, and other problems due to oversized breasts.

 

Common Problems with Very Large Breasts

Oversize breasts will disrupt the natural balance and proportion of a woman’s body, and may also cause other concerns. Physical movements, sports activities and exercises may be restricted, and simple acts such as bending may become difficult. Many patients with this problem may hesitate to wear tighter clothes of their choice, and feel embarrassed about their body in social gatherings.

Medical problems such as pain in the back, neck and shoulders, and rashes or infection in the breast fold may occur in some cases. Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing breast reduction and other surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding locations.

 

Ideal Candidates

A woman who is in general good health, but unhappy with the appearance of heavy and pendulous breasts may make a good candidate for breast reduction cosmetic surgery. Some candidates may not have aesthetic worries, but may suffer from physical discomfort, movement restrictions, or may feel self-conscious due to oversized breasts.

Sterling candidates will be non-smokers or committed to keeping away from smoking for a specified period of time as suggested by the surgeon. The candidate should have clear cosmetic goals and realistic expectations. She should also be dedicated to maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle after the breast reduction surgery.

 

Surgical Procedure

Once the patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon will begin the procedure by creating an incision in a discreet location as per the pre-determined surgical plan. The incision may be made in a keyhole pattern or placed around the areolar border. Anchor shaped or vertical incisions may be used depending on the amount of fat tissue to be removed.

Through the incision, the surgeon will remove the excess fat tissue and trim away loose breast skin. In some cases, the underlying weak breast muscles may also be tightened or repositioned. Resizing and repositioning of nipples may also be carried out. The breast tissue will be sutured deep inside to support the new shape of breasts.

After the surgery, the incisions will be closed carefully with removable or absorbable sutures. Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for breast reduction.

 

Recovery

Following breast reduction, most patients can go back to their normal routine or return to work in about seven to 10 days. Bruising will start resolving soon, but swelling will subside gradually over several weeks or months. The patient should follow the surgeon’s instructions for safer and faster recovery.

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Face is an aesthetically complex part of the body with multiple facial features that must harmonize with each other.

Therefore, any facial cosmetic surgery procedure such as facelift should only be performed a fully trained and experienced surgeon. The surgeon’s goal should be not only to reduce the facial signs of aging, but also ensure that the results are healthy, sustainable, and natural looking.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift and other procedures to restore a more youthful, vibrant appearance. Patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities have an opportunity to receive facelift surgery from Dr. Kim.

Customization

Each individual’s facial structure and features are unique. Their skin type and thickness, degree of skin laxity, and the underlying bone structure are also different. Therefore, it is critical to have the facelift cosmetic surgery procedure performed by a surgeon who will create a customized surgical plan and tailor the procedure according to the patient’s specific anatomical and aesthetic needs.

If the surgeon adopts a one size fits all or cookie cutter approach to facelift surgery, the results may not turn out to be desirable or satisfactory for the patient. Patients should choose a surgeon who is willing to spend time on customizing the facelift surgery, and carefully incorporates the patient’s personal cosmetic goals and needs into the plan.

The surgeon should encourage the patient to share their innate aesthetic desires and pay careful attention to their specific concerns regarding their facial look.

Balancing Science and Art

Best results with facelift surgery can be achieved when the surgeon has a natural sense of art and aesthetics along with strong surgical skills. Such a surgeon will be able to apply the principles of symmetry, balance, and proportion to create a facial appearance that is not only more youthful, but also more pleasing and natural looking.

Patients should review the facelift before and after photos of previous patients who have received the procedure from the surgeon. Their results will reveal to a significant extent about the surgeon’s skill to balance art and science for a facelift. The patient should also request for testimonials of earlier patients who have received facelift from the surgeon. That will provide insights about the experience and satisfaction levels of previous patients with the surgeon.

Open Communication

The patient should choose a surgeon with whom they feel comfortable as well as confident about sharing their innate needs, concerns, and desires. The surgeon should be a good listener and encourage the patient to ask questions to clear all their doubts in a free and frank manner. They should answer every question to the patient’s satisfaction in a patient-friendly language.

The surgeon should be accessible to the patient right from the first consultation until the actual surgery followed by recovery. If the patient is able to quickly establish a sensible rapport and a relationship of trust with the surgeon, it will go a long way to impact the final results of the surgery. Practiced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for facelift.

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Facelift cosmetic surgery procedure is designed to reduce facial wrinkles and fine lines, provide a subtle lift to the sagging skin, and restore a more youthful facial appearance. A number of facelift surgery techniques are available today, which may be used according to the patient’s facial anatomy and personal aesthetic goals. But the overall procedure steps largely remain the same in each case.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon offering facelift and other innovative and advanced cosmetic procedures. During the initial consultation, Dr. Kim will explain about the steps involved in facelift surgery, and make them feel reassured and confident about the procedure. He provides facelift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities.

Anesthesia

Once the patient is moved into the operating room, the first step will be to place the patient under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. This will be done as per the pre-determined surgical plan. The patient will remain completely comfortable and asleep throughout the procedure.

In case of general anesthesia, the patient will be monitored by an anesthesiologist or a nurse anesthetist during the surgery. In the rare event of an adverse reaction to anesthesia, they will be able to anticipate the condition early and minimize the risk.

Incision Placement

Following anesthesia, the surgeon will begin the facelift cosmetic surgery procedure by placing incisions in pre-decided locations. The incisions will be placed in well-concealed areas to minimize subsequent scarring. The major incision may be placed above the hairline to make the scar less visible.

Any additional facial incisions will be placed in the natural facial creases, which can hide the scars well after healing. In case of a traditional facelift, the incision typically begins from behind the hairline on one side of the face, slightly above the temple. It then follows the hairline down to the ear to end in the lower scalp under the hair.

Tightening Sagging Skin and Muscles

Through the incisions, the plastic surgeon will gently lift the facial skin from the underlying tissue. Excess fat tissue will be removed or redistributed evenly, and loose skin will be excised. Weak underlying muscles will be tightened to firm up the facial contours. Once the procedure is completed, the surgeon will re-drape the skin smoothly and tightly and reattach it will staples or sutures.

The incisions will be finally covered with a bandage. The nursing staff will move the patient to a monitoring area for a few hours where the patient can recover from the initial effects of anesthesia and surgery. Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for facelift surgery.

Additional Procedures

Sometimes the facelift surgery may be combined with other surgical or non-surgical face and neck procedures such as neck lift, brow lift, eyelid lift, cheek or chin augmentation, rhinoplasty, facial fat transfer or facial liposuction. The procedural steps may have to be adjusted according to the customized surgical plan in such cases.

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The most visual and aesthetically prominent part of an individual’s appearance is the face. Therefore, when considering a major facial rejuvenation cosmetic surgery procedure such as facelift, the patient should make sure to choose the right surgeon for their needs. They should clear all their concerns and doubts prior to the surgery by asking questions during the initial facelift consultation.

A well-informed and confident patient will usually achieve better final outcomes and more satisfaction from facelift. Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon providing advanced and innovative procedures, including facelift. Dr. Kim provides facelift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and other neighborhoods across the region.

Important Questions to Ask

The best way to ask all the required questions during the facelift cosmetic surgery consultation for a patient would be to prepare a list of questions in advance and carry it along to the surgeon’s office. Some of the paramount questions may include:

• Do you have a board certification in plastic surgery, and from which board?
• Are you a member of any professional organizations such as the ASPS?
• For how long have you performed cosmetic surgical procedures, and have trained for how many years?
• Do you have past experience of performing facelift surgery, and what is your success rate in this procedure?
• Are you affiliated with any accredited surgery centers where my facelift procedure may be performed?
• How trained and experienced is your team of medical assistants?
• Would you be accessible during all my visits to your office before and after facelift surgery?
• Am I a suitable candidate for facelift?
• Which surgical technique would you recommend in my case, and is it possible to make the facelift surgery less invasive?
• Can I have access to facelift before and after images of your previous patients?
• Can you provide me with a few testimonials of your earlier patients who have undergone facelift?
• Can I interact with one of your staff members to learn more about your practice?
• Would you perform facelift using general or local anesthesia?
• Is your practice equipped to handle any medical emergencies?
• What will be the duration of facelift surgery procedure?
• What are the potential risks and complications involved?
• What will be the estimated cost of facelift surgery, including pre- and post-operative expenses?

Additional Guidance

Prior to visiting the surgeon’s office, the patient should try to explore about the surgeon over the Internet and social media. If the surgeon has their own practice website, the patient should review it closely. They should also look for online reviews, ratings and comments about the surgeon on respected third party websites, forums, and social networks.

In some cases, it may be a profound idea to directly verify the surgeon’s credentials from the state medical board office. Patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas have an opportunity to receive facelift and other procedures from dedicated and profound plastic surgeon Dr. Kim.

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Liposuction is a major cosmetic surgery procedure that can produce very favorable aesthetic outcomes if performed correctly in a customized manner. The choice of the liposuction surgeon is the single most crucial factor that will have an impact on the final outcome of the surgery.

Patients should evaluate the surgeon’s credentials and have a relationship of trust and open communication before committing to liposuction. Dr. Eugene Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon providing liposuction to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities.

Board Certified and ASPS Member

The patient should ideally choose a surgeon who has a board certification in plastic surgery from the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). ABPS is the most authoritative certification board in the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery. Secondly, the surgeon should be a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

ASPS membership will ensure that the surgeon stays updated with the latest developments and innovations in the field. As a board certified surgeon from the ABPS, the surgeon will be required to follow rigorous quality standards, pursue continuing education, maintain the latest safety protocols, and adhere to the board’s guidelines while performing any procedure.  

ABPS board certification in plastic surgery and a membership of ASPS automatically assures a patient that the surgeon would have:

• Graduated from an accredited medical school
• Passed comprehensive written and oral exams
• Completed a minimum of six years of surgical training following medical school with at least three years of focused training in plastic surgery
• Completed continuing medical education, including patient safety, on a yearly basis
• Affiliation with accredited, state licensed, or Medicare certified surgical facilities

Personal Rapport

Liposuction, like any plastic surgery procedure, is a personal journey for a patient. To achieve optimal outcomes, the patient should ideally have a relationship of trust and open communication with the surgeon, and share excellent vibes and rapport. This will help the patient to be clear and frank at every step, and enable the surgeon to understand the patient’s needs more closely.

The patient will feel comfortable and reassured throughout the process from the consultation to the actual surgery and recovery phase. This significantly contributes to the final outcome and the overall satisfaction levels of the patient. Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas.

Dr. Kim’s Credentials

Dr. Kim is double board certified from the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) as well as the American Board of Surgery. He is an active member of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), candidate member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), and a member of the American Medical Association (AMA).

He has a professional affiliation with some of the leading surgery centers in the region. He is also committed to continuing education to acquire the latest skills and techniques and adopt new surgical technologies in order to deliver the best results to his patients.

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A thoroughly prepared patient will be able to go through facelift cosmetic surgery with relative ease and achieve safer and more predictable results. Preparation process begins from the time of initial consultation. The surgeon will provide the guidelines for proper preparation, which the patient should follow in a committed manner.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities.  

 

Refraining from Smoking and Certain Medications

The surgeon will require the patient to stop smoking for a certain period of time prior to the facelift cosmetic surgery. Tobacco smoke contains nicotine, which hampers the free flow of oxygen in the blood. This can lead to slow healing and increased risk of complications.

Blood thinning medications such as aspirin, certain prescription drugs, herbal supplements and vitamin E are some of the items that will have to be temporarily stopped. Prescription drug schedule may be adjusted in consultation with the doctor.

 

Advance Arrangements

A working individual should apply for leave from work for at least one week to allow for adequate rest at home and safe healing following facelift. Even non-working patients should make alternate arrangements for the first few days when they may not be able to performed household chores.

The patient should also arrange in advance for a responsible person to drive them back home after the facelift surgery. Any pressing tasks at home or office should be completed ahead of time so that the patient is exposed to minimal stress during the recovery. Some patients like to prepare a ‘recovery kit’ that includes handy items required during the downtime phase, which may include:

• Over the counter pain medications
• Prescription drugs and antibiotics
• Bandages
• Extra pillows to keep the head elevated
• Button down clothes that avoid the need to go overhead
• Favorite music CDs and movie DVDs

 

Just a Day before Surgery

On the day before the facelift surgery, the patient should wash the hair properly to ensure maximum hygiene. They should refrain from consuming alcohol for at least 48 hours prior to the surgery. The patient should take adequate rest and sleep well on the night before the surgery.

 

The Day of Surgery

Some calming medication may be given to the patient on the morning of the surgery to keep them relaxed. Antibiotic regimen may also begin before the surgery. Facelift surgery can take about two to three hours, and the patient and the attendant should be informed about the duration.

Following the surgery, the patient will be shifted to an observation area for a few hours. Before the patient is ready to go home, the surgeon’s team will usually provide a list of post-operative care instructions along with the date of the first post-surgical appointment.

 

Aftercare

For the first three or four days after facelift, the patient may hire the services of a professional nursing assistant, or may request a friend or relative to stay over for help. Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for facelift surgery.

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The face is aesthetically the most prominent part of the body. That makes facelift one of the important cosmetic surgery procedures to tighten facial skin and restore a youthful appearance. During the pre-op consultation, the facelift surgeon will explain various steps involved in the procedure. Once the patient understands the procedure, they will feel more confident and get relief from the initial anxiety.

Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift and various other procedures for the breast, body and face. Patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities have an opportunity to receive facelift from Dr. Kim.

 

Anesthesia

Facelift surgery may be performed using general anesthesia or local anesthesia with IV sedation. Depending on the extent of surgery involved and other factors, the surgeon will finalize the type of anesthesia to be used. A qualified anesthesiologist or a nurse anesthetist may perform anesthesia.

In case of general anesthesia, the anesthesiologist will usually remain present in the surgery room throughout to keep a check on the patient’s response. The patient will remain in deep slumber throughout the cosmetic surgery, and will be brought out of anesthesia once the procedure is over.

 

Incision Placement

The facelift surgery procedure will begin with the placement of incisions. The size and location of the incisions will be kept as inconspicuous as possible in order to minimize subsequent scarring. The facelift incision is usually hidden beneath the hairline, but it can vary according to the choice of facelift technique.

Minor incisions can be placed in the natural facial creases because these sites usually heal faster and hide the scars more easily. In case of a full traditional facelift, the incision will begin from behind the hairline on one side of the head, slightly above the temple. It will then follow the hairline down to the ear, continuing into the lower scalp below the hair.

 

Muscle and Skin Tightening

Through the incisions, the surgeon will raise the facial skin to remove or redistribute excess fat tissue, remove loose facial skin, and tighten the underlying sagging muscles. Once the facial contours are corrected, the skin will be re-draped smoothly and tightly using staples or stitches.

After the procedure, the incisions will be covered with bandages to protect against infection. Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for facelift and various other cosmetic procedures.

 

Additional Procedures with Facelift

In some cases, the facelift surgery may be performed in conjunction with other facial procedures for more effective outcomes. Neck and facial liposuction may be performed to reduce unwanted fat pockets and enhance facial contour.

Facial implants in the cheeks, chin, nose or lips, facial fat transfer, and lip enhancement with soft tissue fillers are some of the procedures that can be combined with facelift. Upper facelift procedures such as brow lift or eyelid lift may be performed to create more even looking results. Facelift procedure steps may have to be slightly altered depending on the additional procedures involved.

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Liposuction, like any cosmetic surgery procedure, is a personal journey for a patient. They should make the decision to choose liposuction only after they are completely convinced and have a reasonable understanding of all aspects of the surgery. They should ask questions from the liposuction surgeon and clarify any lingering doubts or concerns.

Patients who go ahead with liposuction after due deliberation, and after considering all the pros and cons, they will usually feel more satisfied in the end. A dedicated liposuction surgeon will provide answers to all questions of the patient in a detailed and accurate way. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim provides liposuction to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities.

 

Questions about the Plastic Surgeon

• Do you have a board certification in plastic surgery?
• How long have you trained and worked in the field of plastic surgery?
• Do you have experience specifically in the area of liposuction, and what is your success rate in this procedure?
• Would you recommend a hospital or a surgical center as the operating venue for my procedure?
• Do you have operating privileges at one of the local hospitals for liposuction?
• Is your practice equipped to deal with any emergency that may arise during or after the surgery?
• Do you have a policy for revision surgeries if I am dissatisfied with the results?
• Do you receive patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas?

 

Questions about Liposuction Surgery

• Am I a fabulous candidate for liposuction?
• Which surgical technique would you use in my case to perform liposuction?
• Will you use general or local anesthesia to perform the procedure?
• What will be the estimated duration of the surgery, and can I return home the same day?
• Are there any specific instructions that I need to follow prior to the surgery?
• Can I have a look at some of the liposuction before and after photographs pertaining to earlier patients?

 

Questions about Recovery

• How painful will be the recovery after liposuction?
• What will be the estimated downtime involved?
• Are there any measures I can take to the make the recovery easier and quicker?
• What are the post-op risks and complications?
• When can I return to my regular routine, including my exercise regimen?
• When can I go back to work or resume my normal routine, including physical exercises?

 

Questions about Costs

• What is the estimated cost of liposuction surgery?
• Does your quoted price include the costs of pre- and post-op expenses?
• If liposuction is performed at a surgery center instead of a hospital, will it reduce the costs?
• Will you charge for the post-surgical appointments?
• If I choose multiple procedures to be performed together, will I get a rebate or a package price?
• Will your office be able to guide me about the best financing options?

The patient should also ask for testimonials of previous patients who have been through liposuction at the same practice.

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Liposuction has ranked among the top three cosmetic surgery procedures in the US over the last several years. Pre-operative preparation is an important component of the overall process, and lays the foundation for a safe and predictable liposuction surgery. The patient should be committed to carefully follow the instructions for preparation.

Patients with adequate preparation are usually less anxious, more confident and have clear expectations from liposuction. This adds to their chances of achieving higher levels of personal satisfaction from the results. Dr. Eugene Kim is a board certified plastic surgeon providing liposuction and various other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and surrounding communities.

 

Prior to the Surgery

The patient should complete the following tasks as part of preparation well ahead of the scheduled date of liposuction cosmetic surgery:

• Arrange to send the previous medical and surgical records to the office of the liposuction surgeon for their review.
• Make a list of current prescription and non-prescription drugs, including aspirin and other blood thinners, herbal supplements and vitamins to present before the surgeon.
• Getting any lab tests or x-rays done as advised by the surgeon.
• Alter the schedule of current prescription drugs in consultation with the primary physician, as necessary.
• Quit smoking for a few weeks prior to the liposuction surgery, as per the surgeon’s instructions.
• Complete any major tasks at home or office well in advance to ensure that the post-op recovery phase remains stress-free.
• Arrange for a responsible person to drive the patient back home after the liposuction surgery.
• Arrange for aftercare, which may be needed in the first few days after the surgery.

Following the surgeon’s recovery instructions is the best way to improve the chances of a safe liposuction surgery and speedier recovery.

 

A Day before the Surgery

Some simple tips can be followed just a day before the liposuction surgery. The surgeon’s team may offer instructions about this:

• Rest well and have a good night’s sleep before the day of surgery.
• Do not eat or drink anything for at least eight hours prior to the surgery.
• Do not consume alcohol for 48 hours prior to the scheduled time of surgery.
• Avoid wearing any makeup, body piercings, jewelry, nail paint or contact lenses on the day of the surgery.
• Preferably wear comfortable and loose fitting clothes on way to the surgery center. If liposuction is to be performed in the upper body, the top should button in the front.
• Diabetic patients should get their vital parameters checked on the morning of the surgery.

Some degree of pre-operative stress and anxiety is normal and expected a day before the surgery. The surgeon may prescribe a calming medication to be taken on the night before the liposuction surgery.

Patients should arrange essential items at home in advance so that they are not inconvenienced once they return home from the surgery. Experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for liposuction.

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