Choosing Plastic Surgery vs Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Procedures
Patients usually weigh a combination of results, recovery, risk, cost, and longevity when deciding between plastic surgery and a minimally invasive treatment such as injectables, laser treatments, or non-surgical body-contouring procedures. Let's explore why choosing plastic surgery may be right for you!
Can I Get The Cosmetic Result I Want Unless I Have Surgery?
Plastic surgery is often chosen when patients want a substantial or dramatic improvement that nonsurgical treatments cannot reliably achieve. Surgery often provides longer-lasting outcomes while nonsurgical treatments often require ongoing maintenance. Many patients prefer a single, larger intervention with more striking results.
Evaluating The Risk Of Surgery And The Recovery From Surgery
Patients differ in how comfortable they are with general anesthesia, surgical scars, potential complications, and recovery discomfort. Plastic surgery is safe, affordable, and available to almost anyone who desires it. Here at Carmel Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons, you will only be operated on by our board certified plastic surgeons, Dr Grasee or Dr Bergman at an accredited ambulatory surgery center or hospital. The risks and benefits of your chosen procedure will be explained to you at length during your pre-operative consultation and all of your surgical options will be presented. Your postoperative recovery will be well managed by your surgeon and the staff to ensure your comfort.
What Does It Really Cost?
When considering the cost of a plastic surgical procedure vs a minimally invasive procedure, the analysis of which procedure is more cost effective isn't always straightforward. While surgery typically has a higher upfront cost, minimally invasive treatments often cost less per session, but may become just as expensive or more expensive over time due to maintenance treatments. Before you make a decision based on the intial cost alone, you should make sure you are comparing true costs.
Our staff here at Carmel Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons can be an invaluable tool in helping you to obtain a rough estimate of the cost of a particular procedure you are considering. You can call or e-mail the office with the procedure you are considering and we will do our best to give you a rough estimate for that procedure. The estimate you obtain may be used for general planning purposes or to help you decide whether you might be able to afford a particular plastic surgery procedure prior to scheduling a consultation. Remember, in order to obtain your total cost of a procedure from any surgeon, the surgeon's fee as well as the facility and anesthesia fees should be obtained.There are many subtle variations on any given procedure and every variation can affect the cost. The only way to find out your exact cost of surgery is by scheduling a consultation with your surgeon of choice and have them give you an estimate based on the specific procedure you desire.
Should the Cost Even Factor Into My Surgical Decision?
Cost can be a factor in deciding when or whether to have a plastic surgery procedure, but it should not be used as the most important factor in deciding who should perform your plastic surgery. Pick the surgeon whose training, expertise, previous results, and personal connection with you give you the most confidence.
Financing Options
If you are wondering whether you can finance your cosmetic procedure, the answer is you can.
You Are Worth It
Here at Carmel Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons, we invite you to discuss your cosmetic surgery goals with our two talented, board certified plastic surgeons, Dr Elizabeth Grasee and Dr. Debra Bergman--because you are worth it!!
Contact Us
Carmel Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons provides a supportive environment in which you can feel at ease to discuss your goals. Our physicians, Dr. Elizabeth Grasee and Dr. Debra Bergman, will educate you further on your desired procedure, evaluate your case, and help you decide the best course of action to achieve your optimal outcome. We are committed to guiding you towards a solution that aligns with your personal preferences and maintains your health. Contact us.