FAQ

Laser Hair Removal

Q: What is Laser Hair Removal?
A:Laser hair removal involves using a precise wavelength of light to selectively target melanin (dark pigment) in the hair follicles. The efficiency of laser hair removal depends largely on the quality of the laser and its ability to destroy hair follicles without harming the surrounding skin.

Q: How many treatments will I need?
A:This depends. Our hair goes through various growth phases and the laser is most effective in the anagen, or growth phase. Treatments should generally be performed several times (3-5) to catch a majority of the hairs.

Q: What are some contraindications for laser hair removal?
A: If you have a history of herpes or fever blisters, you should inform the nurse, and you may require treatment with antiviral medication after your laser session. Accutane must be stopped six months prior to treatment. If you are taking any light-sensitizing drugs, these should generally be stopped as well with a doctor's permission. If you have a history of hypertrophic scarring, this may raise your risk and should be discussed with your nurse.

Photo facial

Q: What is the IPL (photo facial) treatment like?
A: Your nurse will apply a numbing cream,  followed by a cool gel, to skin. Eye protection will be used so the flash of the light does not irritate your eyes. The treatment takes approximately 20 minutes for a full face, after which you should moisturize the skin and use sun protection.

Q:How many treatments will I need?
A: You will notice some improvement with each treatment, and the total number of treatments depends on your degree of sun damage or rosacea. Most patients have 3-5 treatments.

Q:How long will the results last?

A: After your treatments, we will advise you on proper skin care and you will have a complimentary evaluation with our highly experienced aesthetician. With proper skin care and occasional "maintenance" IPL treatments, your results may last indefinitely.

Eyelid Surgery

Q: How long before I can wear my contact lenses again?
A: Usually within ten days to two weeks you can resume contact lenses, as well as application of makeup around the eyes.

Q: Will insurance pay for my eyelid surgery?
A: In some cases, when the skin sags severely over the upper eyelids and blocks the vision, insurance may become involved.

Q: Where are the incisions made for eyelid surgery?
A: The upper eyelid incision is made in a naturally occurring skin fold. The lower incision can often be made on the inner part of the eyelid, leaving no visible marks. In some cases the lower eyelid incision will be on the outside, and this too will be placed in a natural skin crease.

General

Q: What is the difference between a Facial Plastic Surgeon and a Plastic Surgeon?
A: The title “Facial Plastic Surgeon” generally describes a surgeon who specializes in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. The title “Plastic Surgeon” generally describes a surgeon who performs the gamut of plastic surgery procedures, from head to toe. A patient seeking breast augmentation would seek out a “Plastic Surgeon” rather than a “Facial Plastic Surgeon.” A patient seeking rhinoplasty or a facelift could seek out either of these types of surgeon.

Q: Why should I choose a Facial Plastic Surgeon?
A: When you choose a board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, you are choosing  double-board certified surgeon who is highly specialized and focuses his practice on the complex field of Facial Plastic Surgery. You are choosing a specialist in Facial Plastic Surgery.