Question 1

do they routinely check for stds before doing cosmetic surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: In general, most cosmetic surgeons do not routinely check for std's prior to surgery.  However, if a patient has a history of stds, especially herpes, many surgeons will place you on medication to prevent a flair-up.  If you are concerned then i would discuss your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 2

how much time until bioprinting is applied to cosmetic surgery?

Accepted Answer

3D comes 2 cosmetics: 3D printers are already being used for maxillofacial and craniofacial indications for selected reconstructive conditions.
See this report from the BBC:
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-26534408

Question 3

what to do about first cosmetic surgery procedure and friends are not supportive!?

Accepted Answer

Press on, carefully!: Friends' lack of support falls into several categories: genuinely thinking you are making a mistake by getting a procedure with which you are unlikely to be pleased, concern that you are doing it for the wrong reasons (to please a partner, for example), or simple jealousy of the courage or finances it takes to have the procedure! Examine your own heart and your relationship with your doctor!

Question 4

i have a scar from surgery. will cosmetic surgery improve it?

Accepted Answer

Scar revision: Depending on the extent and depth of the scar kenalog (triamcinolone) injections can minimize the appearance of the scars. For more complicated scars, scar revision may be needed by an experienced plastic surgeon.

Question 5

i was wondering what are the differences between plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Very similar: Cosmetic surgery is typically performed for the specific purpose of improved appearance (elective), and is performed by plastic surgeons and other board qualified surgeons.  Plastic surgery is typically thought of as reconstructive, i.e. Surgery aimed at improvement of function or damage repair.  Plastic surgeons also often do cosmetic surgery and often advertise as such.

Question 6

is mrsa screening done before cosmetic surgery.?

Accepted Answer

Speak to surgeon: Some may, but many probably do not.  You can ask for a culture of the nasal passages if you want one.

Question 7

is mrsa screening usually done before cosmetic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: It is usually not indicated to do MRSA screening or cultures before elective surgery. If you have a history of MRSA infections then you should consult with your surgeon regarding possible prophylactic antibiotic treatment with elective surgery.

Question 8

cosmetic surgery vs professional facial to get rid of blackheads?

Accepted Answer

Microdermabrasion: There is no surgical procedures to get rid of black heads. 
Microdermabrasion with negative suction for example, silkpeel is very effective and using tretinoin is very important to suppress oil gland activity.

Question 9

can i get cosmetic surgery to improve the appearance of my donor graft sites?

Accepted Answer

Varies with donor: Revisions are often possible for unsightly scarring or problems after grafting, but site dependent.

Question 10

should i be concerned if my ears are a bit forward. is the cosmetic surgery dangerous for ears?

Accepted Answer

This is cosmetic: There are few functional indications for pinning ears back (otoplasty). There are no medical concerns for forward ears. This is essentially a cosmetic concern/operation. The risks are low but not zero. Other than anesthetic concerns for your overall health, the most serious complication following otoplasty is cartilage infection which is difficult to treat but asymmetry/relapse are more common.

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