What is Dr. Schwarcz’s Specialty?
Dr. Schwarcz specializes in cosmetic and
reconstructive surgery of the face, including eyelid
surgery (blepharoplasty), facelifts (rhytidectomy), necklifts (cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty), browlifts, midfacelifts and rhinoplasty (nose jobs),
as well as liposuction.
What
is a Cosmetic Surgeon?
A physician certified by the American Board of
Cosmetic Surgery must:
be
board-certified in an original surgical
specialty recognized by the American Board of
Medical Specialties,
have completed a fellowship approved by the
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery,
have performed no fewer than 1,000 cosmetic
surgical procedures,
be
currently performing a minimum of 200 documented
cosmetic procedures per year,
pass a stringent two-day oral and written
examination, and
be
of good moral character.
Who is
a good candidate for cosmetic surgery?
A good candidate for cosmetic surgery seeks to
improve a particular aspect of his or her
appearance, has realistic expectations about what
the surgery can and cannot accomplish, is in good
physical condition, and is willing to follow the
surgeon's recommendations regarding pre-and-post-operative care.
How Do
I Choose A Cosmetic Surgeon?
Ask about your doctor’s training specific to
cosmetic surgery and how often the doctor performs
the procedure you are considering. Meet with the
surgeon and make sure you are comfortable with the
surgeon and all questions are answered
satisfactorily. Seek a second opinion to be able to
compare various surgical techniques. Most
importantly make sure what the doctor is
recommending makes sense to you and are comfortable
with his suggestions and overall ideology.
Are
there any risks?
Cosmetic surgery is real surgery and therefore, it
involves some degree of risk. Fortunately,
complications are seldom and are usually
correctable. You can minimize your risks and
potential complications by strictly adhering to your
doctor's instructions for preparing for surgery and
for caring for yourself post-operatively.
How
long before I can go back to work?
Although recovery time varies widely depending on
the surgery and your own body's ability to heal,
most cosmetic surgery patients can return to light
activity within three to ten days.
What
can I do to prepare for surgery?
If you smoke or use any form of nicotine, stop now.
Eat well-balanced meals and drink at least 32 ounces
of water a day. Get plenty of sleep and exercise
and consider taking a multi-vitamin supplement.
Three weeks before surgery, stop all vitamin E,
aspirin, ibuprofen and other over-the-counter blood
thinners. You may continue taking Tylenol. (If you
are taking Coumadin or other prescription
medications, do not stop your medication without
consulting with your physician). Many herbal
supplements such as Gingko, Ginseng and Garlic also
promote bleeding and may interfere with anesthesia.
Please inquire for more detailed information.
How
much does it cost?
Dr. Schwarcz is individual in his approach to
cosmetic and reconstructive surgery and assesses
each patient's surgical needs individually. We are
therefore unable to give an estimate of fees before
your consultation with the doctor. Please contact us
to setup a consultation.
Is
financing available?
Yes, we offer a cosmetic surgery financing company
to make payment options available to those patients
who would like a flexible monthly payment option. We
also accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
