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Breast lift cosmetic surgery costs could marginally vary between two practices, and sometimes even between two patients at the same practice. Practice location, type of anesthesia used, the choice of surgical venue, the fee charged by the surgeon, and the pre- and post-operative expenses are some of the key cost components in breast lift surgery.

The surgeon will educate the patient about all aspects of breast lift, including its estimated costs. Patients should feel free to ask questions about the costs, insurance and financing, and make a carefully considered decision. plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim of Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery provides breast lift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles and surrounding locations.

Cost Factors

The following factors will go into determining the overall cost of the breast lift procedure:

Location of the Practice

The cost of breast lift plastic surgery can vary from one city to another due to the differences in regional economies. More dollar amount conscious patients may even travel to another city if they find the cost of surgery more affordable in that area. Main metropolitan areas and prime urban centers often have slightly higher costs because they typically have to bear higher real estate costs and other overheads.

Surgeon’s Expertise

The skill, training and experience of the surgeon who will perform breast lift can influence the costs of procedure to some extent. plastic surgeons, in particular, invest in latest techniques, continuing education, and strive to provide the highest standards of care. They are more in demand, and could be hard-pressed for time.

Therefore, the surgeon’s fee may be relatively higher in such cases. It is usually worth the extra cost to receive the best quality treatment and personalized care from an experienced and plastic surgeon.

Surgical Venue and Anesthesia Costs

The type of anesthesia and sedation that a surgeon uses for breast lift can vary from one patient to another. General anesthesia will involve additional fee of the anesthesiologist or a certified anesthetist nurse.

Extent of Surgery

Some patients may have severely drooping breasts, requiring breast lift in conjunction with breast augmentation surgery. In such case, the overall price tag will increase, even though a combined procedure is more cost-effective than two surgeries performed separately. Sometimes breast lift may be performed as part of a mommy makeover, which will also have different way of cost assessment for the procedure.

Insurance

The monetary amount of breast lift may be fully or partially covered under medical insurance in exceptional cases. If the patient suffers from pain, rashes, infection or obstruction of movement due to severely sagging breasts, insurance coverage may be possible.

Financing

Some patients may not want to pay upfront for the breast lift costs, but this should not deter them to receiving the benefits of this procedure. Professional medical care financing companies can offer them specialized loans with competitive interest rates and affordable monthly installments.

Stellar and astute cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and nearby areas for breast lift surgery.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Everyone loves Botox! You may be surprised to learn that this revolutionary wrinkle treatment can be a powerful tool for nasal transformation. Learn how Botox and other injectables can enhance your rhinoplasty results. Call our offices to schedule your consultation and get ready to discover your new nose.

What Are Injectables?

Injectables are the darlings of the minimally invasive cosmetic surgery movement. With a few quick injections, patients can discover smooth skin and fewer wrinkles without the downtime and hassle of surgery. There are many different types of injectables including botulinum toxin treatments and dermal fillers. At Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery, we offer a wide range of injectable treatments including:

• Botox– A powerful botulinum toxin treatment, Botox works by relaxing specific facial muscles that cause wrinkling. Dynamic wrinkles are wrinkles that occur when you smile, squint, or make other facial expressions. As the muscles contract, the skin is pushed and pulled, creating wrinkles over time. Botox gently relaxes the muscles, allowing the skin to smooth and wrinkles to fade. When Botox is used properly, it won’t impede normal facial expressions and you’ll be able to laugh, smile, and scowl, just with fewer wrinkles.
• Juvederm– Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid filler. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the skin. It keeps the skin moist, youthful, and supple. By injecting hyaluronic acid into the skin, we can smooth out wrinkles, restore a more youthful skin appearance, and restore lost facial volume. Juvederm is a versatile filler and can be used across the face from brow to chin.
• Radiesse– A unique calcium-based microsphere compound in Radiesse starts a process known as collagenesis, stimulating the body to build more collagen. Radiesse is bio-compatible and has very few side effects.
• Restylane– Restylane is a long-lasting hyaluronic acid filler. Because the hyaluronic acid used in Restylane closely mimics the structure of natural hyaluronic acid and since the product is not animal based, there are few allergic reactions to Restylane.
• PRP– PRP, also known as platelet rich plasma, is an injectable treatment that uses your own plasma and growth factors to stimulate cell regeneration. PRP is a celebrity favorite treatment and offers long-lasting, natural looking results using your own cells.

We love using injectables to treat facial aging, but that isn’t all these treatments can do. Injectables can be used to complement your rhinoplasty results, and in some cases, replace the need for surgical rhinoplasty entirely. Come in and learn more about your options. Whether you want to change your nose or rejuvenate your face, our injectables are worth discovering.

Injectables as a Complement to Rhinoplasty

If you’re planning a rhinoplasty, ask us how injectables can enhance your result. We can use injectables in a variety of ways, taking your rhinoplasty to the next level.

• Reshape the Chin and Jawline– Many rhinoplasty patients have a weak chin and jawline. Injectables can be used to enhance and augment the jawline. Correcting a weak chin and jawline can harmonize the face and balance your rhinoplasty results. Using injectables is a non-surgical alternative to jaw and chin implants.
• Smooth Wrinkles– Show off your rhinoplasty by smoothing surrounding wrinkles away. Injectables can relax wrinkles around the eyes and on the brow. They can fill in hollows and smooth unwanted creases. Give your new nose a rejuvenated face to call home.

Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty: It Is Possible

If you aren’t ready for rhinoplasty surgery, but want to change your nose, injectables may be able to help. Non-surgical rhinoplasty using injectable fillers and Botox can correct some aesthetic nasal concerns including bumps and a hooked or crooked nasal tip. We are limited in the corrections we can make with injectables, but for a minor change, this can be a good alternative to surgery for some patients. Come in to find out if non-surgical rhinoplasty is right for you.

There are many benefits to non-surgical rhinoplasty including:

• Instant results
• Short, in-office treatment
• No downtime needed during recovery
• Delay or avoid surgery

Fillers and other injectables provide temporary results and retreatment will be needed to maintain your new look. Many patients use non-surgical rhinoplasty to delay rhinoplasty if they are too busy for downtime right now, but hoping for surgery in the future.

We love using injectables to enhance your appearance, with or without rhinoplasty. Call us today to learn more about your options or to schedule a one-on-one consultation at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Breast Lift Plastic Surgery 

Breast lift cosmetic surgery procedure is designed to remove excess skin from sagging breasts to provide them a subtle lift and create a perkier and more youthful breast appearance. During the pre-op consultation, the breast surgeon will educate the patient about various aspects of breast lift to help her make a well-considered decision.

Some surgeons may also present breast lift before and after photographs during the pre-op consultation. This will help the patient to understand the potential effectiveness of the procedure in a better way. Salient, kind, and plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim of Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery provides breast lift and other cosmetic procedures to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and other neighborhoods and suburbs in this part of state.

What are Breast Lift Before and After Images?

Before and after images in case of breast lift refer to a pair or group of pictures pertaining to a previous patient who has undergone the same procedure with a satisfactory outcome. The pictures include images taken prior to the procedure and after the procedure at a stage when the post-operative bruising and swelling has been resolved and full effects of the plastic surgery are visible.

The surgeon will take care to ensure that breast lift before and after photographs are obtained only with the patient’s proper consent, and presented before new patients in a discreet manner. The patient’s identity may be kept undisclosed as per the established norm. The surgeon’s sole purpose behind this exercise is to use the photos as a visual aid to explain the potential effectiveness of breast lift to new patients.

This is now all possible with digital technology. Now digital technology has been around for a while but the fact that the Internet now is so pervasive and so accessible because of smart phones and so these pictures can be seen in poignant detail by anyone. Now a patient can make a terrific and critical decision without anyone else knowing. The power is in the hands of the people.

Advantages

When a new patient seeks breast lift surgery, she is likely to have concerns about how her breast appearance will alter with this surgery. Some women may want to know whether the procedure will also enhance their breast size to some extent, or how the position of nipples and areolas may change.

Some women may only require a limited correction for mildly sagging breasts, while others may require a more substantive lift for severely droopy breasts. In some cases, the surgeon may recommend a combination of breast lift and breast implants. In each case, the patient will be in a better position to make the right choices when she has access to breast lift before and after photos.

Being Realistic

Experienced surgeons encourage their patients to have a positive mindset, clear goals and realistic expectations before they go ahead with a procedure such as breast lift. To assist in this process, they may choose to present before and after photos related to the procedure at the very first appointment but in this case Dr. Kim has provided these sensational photos to anyone who wants to check them out on the site. Dr. Kim transparency is one reason why he so well respected in this field.

After reviewing the photos, the patient can clearly understand what a breast lift can or cannot do for her. This will mitigate the risk of any disappointment occurring at a later stage. The patient will be able to appreciate the results better and feel more satisfied with her new shape of breasts.

Patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and nearby areas have an opportunity to receive breast lift and various other cosmetic procedures from the perspicacious and wonderful cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Breast Lift 

Breast lift is a safe, judicious, and poignant cosmetic surgery procedure to restore firmer and younger looking breasts. During the pre-operative consultation, the surgeon will explain the steps involved in the procedure, and address the patient’s concerns.

Once the patient knows what the procedure will entail, she will feel more reassured and will be able to make a more confident decision. Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery, led by plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim, provides breast lift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities and neighborhoods in this region of The Golden State.

Anesthesia

Breast lift is a major procedure, which is often performed using general anesthesia. In some cases, the surgeon may decide to proceed with local anesthesia and IV sedation. General anesthesia will be performed by an anesthesiologist or a nurse anesthetist, who will remain present during the plastic surgery procedure to monitor the patient’s response to anesthesia.

Placing the Incisions

The next step after anesthesia will be to create incisions in discreet locations. The surgeon will take the patient’s incision preferences into consideration. They will place the incisions in natural breast creases as far as possible to minimize the subsequent scarring. The size and location of the incision will depend on the surgical technique use to perform breast lift.

Lifting the Breasts

Through the incisions, the surgeon will lift and reshape the underlying breast tissue to restore tighter and perkier look of the breasts. If the areolas are enlarged, the surgeon will trim the excess tissue from the circumference. If the nipples are pointing downwards, the surgeon may have to move them to a new position to create a natural, youthful look of the breasts.

Once the breasts are lifted and reshaped, the surgeon will carefully re-drape the overlying skin, and pull down some of the tissue to the lower part of the breasts. Terrific and perspicacious cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles and other towns and suburbs in this region of the southwest for a breast lift.

Wound Closure

The surgeon will close the incisions with removable or dissolvable sutures once the surgery is completed. To maintain the new breast shape and tighter skin, the surgeon will place sutures at multiple depths in the tissue. The patient should take care in the first few days to avoid putting strain on the incision sites, and allow them to heal properly.

Compression Garment and Bandages

The incision areas will be wrapped in bandages after the breast lift procedure. In two or three days, the bandages will be replaced with a compression garment or a surgical bra. This will enable the breasts to firm up the new shape and will promote healing. The surgical bra helps prevent the incisions from opening up.

In most cases, temporary drain tubes will be placed under the skin in the incision sites to collect excess fluid. These tubes are usually removed along with sutures around the end of the first week. Patients should follow the surgeon’s instructions for post-surgical recovery period to ensure safe and predictable results. They should visit the surgeon for follow-up appointments as per the schedule to monitor the progress of recovery.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Breast Lift 

A mastopexy, commonly known as a breast lift cosmetic surgery, is a procedure aimed at removing excess skin from sagging breasts and lifting the breasts and nipple and areolar complex to a more youthful level. Breast lift will not only restore a younger looking and firmer bust line, but also improve the self-confidence and feminine looks of a woman.

Breast lift may sometimes be performed in conjunction with breast implants to add more volume to the breasts along with giving them a gentle lift. Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery, led by plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim, provides breast lift to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.

Types of Breast Lift

Crescent Lift

If the patient has from mildly drooping breasts, she may benefit from a crescent lift. In this case, the surgeon will excise a crescent-shaped amount of skin from the top of the areola through a circumferential incision along the areolar complex.

Circumareolar Lift

This type of breast lift plastic surgery technique involves removal of a doughnut-shaped amount of skin around the areola. The surgeon will use a purse-string type of suture to pull and tighten the sagging breast skin for additional lift. Size of the areolas can also be reduced with this technique.

Vertical Lift

A patient suffering from significantly sagging breasts may be a candidate for a vertical or “lollipop” lift. The procedure involves removal of loose skin around the areola through a circumferential incision and another incision in a vertical line down to the breast crease.

Full Lift

Women with extensively drooping breasts can dramatically improve their breast appearance with a full lift, which is also known as an anchor lift. The procedure involves removal of loose skin through incisions placed around the areola, down the breast, and along the breast crease.

Breast Lift Combined with Implants

Sometimes the breasts may have deflated to a point where breast lift alone may not suffice to meet the patient’s cosmetic needs. In such case, the surgeon may recommend a combination of breast lift with breast implant surgery to simultaneously lift the breast tissue and enhance the breast volume.

Surgical Procedure

Following anesthesia, the surgeon will place incisions in discreet locations as per the surgical plan. Through the incisions, the surgeon will trim away loose breast skin. The underlying breast tissue will be lifted and re-contoured to raise the position of the breasts. If the areolas are oversized, the surgeon may remove some of the tissue to reshape the areolas.

In many cases, the nipples and areolas may also have to be repositioned to a more youthful position. The surgeon will place multiple sutures that extend into the deeper breast tissue to ensure that the new, elevated shape and position of the breasts is firmly maintained.

Once the surgery is completed, the overlying breast skin will redraped and incisions will be closed with sutures. Terrific and perceptive cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and in The Golden State for breast lift surgery and other cosmetic procedures.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgery

Nose is a central and aesthetically strategic part of the face, which will impact overall facial profile and balance. Therefore, a procedure such as rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery should ideally be performed by a fully trained and experienced surgeon who understands the delicate nuances of the nasal anatomy.

At the time of pre-operative consultation, the patient will have an opportunity to clarify all their doubts and concerns with the surgeon.

They should feel free to ask questions about the nose surgery procedure as well as the surgeon’s background and credentials. plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides rhinoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities.

Key Questions to Ask

The patient should preferably prepare an advance list of all the questions they want to ask, and carry it along to the surgeon’s office at the time of initial consultation. Some of the vital questions may include:

• Do you have a board certification in plastic surgery, and from which board?
• How many years of training and experience do you have in the field of cosmetic and plastic surgery?
• Have you performed facial procedures such as nose surgery in the past, and how far your patients feel satisfied with your work?
• Do you have staff privileges at a local hospital or a surgery center where you may perform my rhinoplasty?
• Will I have access to you during each of my appointments with your office with regard to my surgery?
• Do you think I am a good candidate for a nose job?
• What surgical technique would you recommend for performing rhinoplasty in my case?
• Can I receive a few rhinoplasty before and after photographs to understand the potential results?
• Can I receive testimonials of some of your past patients who have shared their experiences?
• Would you introduce me to one of your staff members or can I have a brief office tour to familiarize myself with your office?
• Will you use general or local anesthesia to perform my surgery?
• Is your practice equipped to handle any medical emergencies?
• How long will it take to complete the actual procedure in the operating room?
• Are there any risks and complications associated with rhinoplasty?
• Is the recovery after rhinoplasty going to be long and painful?
• How many days of leave should I apply for at my workplace?
• What would be the expected cost of my procedure, including pre- and post-surgical costs?
• Will the results of my rhinoplasty last permanently?

Additional Guidance

It is a good idea for the patient to review the surgeon’s practice website prior to the rhinoplasty consultation. If necessary, the patient may also try to directly verify the surgeon’s credentials from the state medical board office.

They may also interact with past patients on reputed online discussion forums to gain more insights about rhinoplasty from a patient’s perspective. Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and nearby areas for nose surgery.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Rhinoplasty Surgery

Advance preparation is a vital aspect of any cosmetic surgery, including rhinoplasty. The chances of a successful nose surgery will increase when the patient is mentally and physically prepared for the procedure. It also makes the overall procedure safer and more predictable.

The patient should have the commitment to diligently follow the surgeon’s instructions for preparation. If they have any questions or doubts, they should freely ask the surgeon at any time prior to the surgery.

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery, led by sagacious, committed, and plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim, provides rhinoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities.

Prior to the Consultation

The preparation should preferably start from the day the patient makes up their mind to undergo rhinoplasty. The following steps may help the patient in saving their time during the consultation phase:

• Forward medical data to the surgeon who needs to assess the patient’s general health, particularly related to sinus, breathing issues and allergies to determine the appropriate nose plastic surgery
• Check with the insurance company to see whether some of the costs of rhinoplasty may be recovered.
• Make a list of all the prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, vitamins, herbal supplements and recreational drugs used by the patient and send it to the surgeon.
• Try to know more about the surgery style, techniques and procedures used by the surgeon.
• Prepare a questionnaire for the surgeon for clarifying the doubts.

Fitness and Diet

The patient should start preparing for the surgery by taking balanced and nutritious meals. They should preferably focus on a high protein diet to prepare their body for faster healing.

It is also important to undertake a proper exercise regimen to build up the fitness level. It will boost the patient’s resilience and strengthen their mental and physical condition.

Before the Surgery

Rhinoplasty generally involves downtime of nearly a week. The patients should plan their absence from the work accordingly. They should also maintain a relatively low work burden during the second week. Therefore, they may have to discuss these issues with their employer well in advance. It is advisable to finish any pressing work commitments before undertaking surgery to ensure a stress free healing period.

Rhinoplasty is generally performed on outpatient basis, which means that the patient is able to return home the same day. In such a case, the patient should arrange for their transportation back home. It may be a good idea to arrange for help during the first few days of surgery for a more comfortable recovery.

The patient is advised to take proper night sleep prior to the surgery day. They should wear loose fitting clothes with front buttons on the day of surgery. This will reduce the chances of damaging their fragile nose while wearing or taking off clothes after the surgery.

Patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and other suburbs and communities in this section of The Golden State have an opportunity to receive rhinoplasty and other cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures from dedicated and wonderful cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Rhinoplasty Plastic Surgery

Once the patient has selected the surgeon for rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery, a detailed pre-op consultation will be scheduled. The main purpose of such consultation is to exchange vital information for designing a customized surgery process.

The patient can use this opportunity to clarify their issues and concerns. The surgeon should also ensure that they inform the patient about the likely benefits, risks, and costs. Stellar, dependable, and plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim of Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery provides rhinoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations across the landscape.

Examining the Patient

Before the surgery is performed, it is important to carry out a full checkup of the patient to ensure that they are fit to undergo the procedure. For this purpose, the surgeon will assess the patient’s medical history during the initial consultation. They will also make an evaluation of the patient’s current health condition.

It is important that the surgeon prepares a customized plan for the patient based on the assessment of various factors including the existing shape and size of nose and the symmetry between various facial features. The surgeon may also advise the patient to undergo certain tests.

The patient should be ready to disclose their full medical history, medications and other habits such as smoking and substance abuse. The surgeon will carefully determine the patient’s candidacy during the consultation.

Determining Aesthetic Goals

While rhinoplasty may dramatically change the facial appearance, it is not a miracle. There are limitations attached to the procedure. In order to avoid later disappointments, it is important that the patient and the doctor agree on the outcomes of the procedure during the consultation. The patient may also show the surgeon the pictures of the various nose shapes they might want to have.

The surgeon may also show rhinoplasty before and after pictures to the patients to ensure that their expectations are realistic. The nose plastic surgery plan should be carried out after proper consultation between the surgeon and the patient.

Planning the Surgery

To create a customized surgery plan, the surgeon will inform the patient about various techniques used in nose surgery and their applicability in their case. Proper attention should be paid to the patient’s required outcome, their general health and other factors such as the type of anesthesia to be used.

Current Medications

During the consultation, the patient should disclose all the prescription and non-prescription medications they may be currently taking. They should also tell the surgeon about their use of supplements, herbs and recreational drugs, if any. The surgeon will appropriately guide the patient about stopping, continuing or adjusting the use of some of the medications and supplements.

Images and Testimonials

The surgeon may show rhinoplasty before and after pictures during the consultation to help patient understand the probable outcomes of the surgery. It also helps in developing realistic expectations for the patient. The patient may also ask the surgeon to present testimonials from past patients. Accomplished and innovative cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and other towns and communities in this area of the state for nose surgery.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Rhinoplasty Surgery

Rhinoplasty may seem to be a minor cosmetic surgery, but it involves delicate nuances. The surgery should ideally be performed by a fully qualified and trained surgeon in order to minimize the risks. However, all the surgeries are inherently risky, so it is crucial that that patient should be aware of the potential fallouts that may arise out of a surgical procedure including rhinoplasty.

These risk factors should be brought to the patient’s notice during the consultation stage itself. This will give the patient adequate time to make a decision.

The patient should be clearly informed about the risks and the steps to be undertaken for minimize them. plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides rhinoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and other neighborhoods and towns in this part of the country.

Potential Risk Factors

Some of the key risks attached to rhinoplasty procedure include:

• Infection during or after the procedure
• Adverse reaction to anesthetics
• Difficulty in breathing through the nostrils
• Chronic nosebleeds
• Numbness in the incision areas that does not heal with time
• Perforations in the septum after the surgery
• Fluid collection under the skin
• Burst or damaged blood vessels
• Unfavorable scarring in case of open rhinoplasty
• Asymmetrical shape of the nose
• Need for revision nose surgery

 

Reducing Risk

Selecting a well-qualified and prolific surgeon is the first and foremost decision a patient can take to minimize the chances of an undesirable outcome in nose plastic surgery. Choosing the right surgeon will also ensure that the patient gets the results that they are looking for. The patient should try to ensure that the surgeon is well acquainted with the latest techniques and safety protocols.

Rhinoplasty is a safe yet complicated procedure where the surgeons try to strike a balance between a patient’s cosmetic goals and the limitations of surgery. The patient can aid the surgeon by following the pre-op and post-op instructions prescribed to them.

It is important that the patient shares vital information, including their medical history with their surgeon. The patient should also inform the surgeon about the medicines taken by them, including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs and supplements.

Scarring Risks

Every surgical procedure including rhinoplasty comes with some risk of scarring. The chances of scarring can be eliminated in case of closed rhinoplasty where the incision is made inside the nostrils. In this case, there is no visible scar outside the nose. However, many of the rhinoplasty procedures are done through open technique where an incision is made across the columella. Unfavorable scarring may occur in rare cases if the incision is not placed discreetly or the scar heals poorly.

Risk of Disappointing Results

In a few cases, the patient may not like the outcome of rhinoplasty. Such cases may lead to revisional surgery, which carries additional risks. It is paramount that the patient and the surgeon have a clear understanding of the desired outcome. Judicious and tremendous cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and other neighborhoods and suburbs in this region of California for rhinoplasty.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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Before going ahead with a major cosmetic surgery procedure such as liposuction, the patient should clarify all possible doubts and concerns and make a decision with a clear mind. Well-informed and aware patients will typically make better choices and often achieve better satisfaction levels from the liposuction body contouring procedure in the end.

A dedicated surgeon will encourage patients to ask questions and provide all answers in accurate details. The patient should freely ask questions related to the surgeon’s professional credentials, apart from questions about the actual procedure.

Judicious, tremendous, and plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim of Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery provides liposuction body contouring to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and other suburbs and communities in this part of the state of California.

 

Questions about the Surgeon

• Do you have a board certification in plastic surgery?
• How many years of training and experience do you have in the field of plastic surgery?
• Have you performed body contouring procedures previously, and what is your success rate in these procedures?
• Would you perform my liposuction surgery at a hospital, an accredited surgical center or a private surgical suite?
• Do you have an affiliation with one of the hospitals or surgery centers in the local area?
• Is your office equipped to deal with an emergency?
• Do you have a policy for revision surgery, if the body contouring outcome is not according to the goals we agreed on?

 

Questions about the Procedure

• Do I make a prime candidate for liposuction?
• Would you use general or local anesthesia to perform my procedure?
• Where would you place the incisions, and will it create obvious scarring?
• Which surgical technique would be less invasive and more effective in my case?
• Can I have access to a few liposuction before and after photos to learn more about the expected results?
• Will I need to make any specific lifestyle changes prior to the liposuction surgery?

 

Questions about Recovery

• Is the recovery going to be long and painful?
• Are there any risks and side effects involved that I should be aware of?
• How much leave should I apply for at my workplace following the surgery?
• Are there any steps I can take to make the recovery process safer and quicker?
• When can I resume my regular exercise regimen?

 

Questions about the Costs

• How much will liposuction surgery cost me?
• Does your price include the costs of anesthesia and operating room expenses?
• Will the cost reduce if I choose to have the procedure performed at a surgery center instead of a hospital?
• Will I have to pay additionally for any post-operative appointments that may be necessary?
• If I combine liposuction with another procedure, will it make me eligible for a package price or a rebate?
• Can your office offer assistance or guidance with regard to insurance and financing?
• Do I have to have a certain credit score? Do you take a credit card?

Dependable, awesome, and cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and nearby areas for liposuction body contouring surgery.

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim, contact us (310) 271-6996 at or click here.

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