Mark L. Jewell, MD

Breast reduction surgery may be covered by a patient's health insurance if her primary care physician deems it "medically necessary" to relieve physical symptoms associated with having overly large breasts. It's important that a patient arranges for the coverage before getting the surgery because not all health insurance plans provide coverage for breast reduction.

KYBELLA® is a nonsurgical alternative to neck liposuction that reduces the fat that causes the appearance of a double chin. It can be an effective choice for many patients, but there are some trade-offs involved. For one thing, liposuction provides immediate results after a single procedure. Most patients need to schedule a series of KYBELLA injections to get the desired results. Ultimately, the choice is up to the patient.

The cost of breast augmentation, or any other cosmetic surgery, depends on several factors. The geographic location (plastic surgery generally costs more in Miami than Eugene, Oregon), the surgeon's training and experience, and the extent of the procedure are among those factors. For breast augmentation specifically, the type of breast implants the patient chooses will also influence the final cost. You can get a detailed price quote by scheduling a consultation with a plastic surgeon.

That's a common question. Having breast implants pose little risk to a woman’s ability to breastfeed, but it's important to let your plastic surgeon know about your future plans. He or she will avoid making incisions in the nipple area so that the milk ducts aren't inadvertently disrupted.

There are various nonsurgical skin tightening treatments available, including laser treatments. Some are much more effective than others. I believe Ultherapy® is an excellent option for men and women with mild to moderate skin laxity who want a more "lifted" appearance. A personal consultation is needed to determine if a treatment such as Ultherapy can address your concerns.

Yes, we have a full menu of nonsurgical skin care and med spa treatments, along with professional-grade skin care products at Jewell District Medical Spa.

We no longer offer platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for facial rejuvenation. However, we do offer an assortment facial rejuvenation options including neurotoxins and dermal fillers. Requesting a consultation is the best way for us to help you with a personalized approach to facial rejuvenation.