Persons Plastic Surgery: Barbara L. Persons, MD, FACS

A mini tummy tuck is a surgical technique used when a patient's cosmetic concerns are all below the bellybutton. Patients often ask about this procedure because it requires a shorter incision than a full tummy tuck. However, the truth is that relatively few people considering tummy tuck surgery are good candidates for a mini tummy tuck.

Most patients who get eyelid surgery (also called blepharoplasty) can return to work 7 to 10 days after the procedure if they're careful about keeping their heads elevated. We recommend avoiding strenuous exercise and lifting anything heavy for 3 weeks.

The technique you're referring to is called facial fat grafting, and it's commonly used by plastic surgeons for facial rejuvenation. Fat is a natural filler and can last longer than other fillers. The drawback is that not all of the injected fat will survive the transfer process, so the results can be less predictable. Fat transfer can also be used during facial plastic surgery to provide volume.

The answer to both of those questions is that age is not really an important factor when determining if a woman or man can benefit from a facelift. Patients can be in their early 40s or early 70s and be good candidates for facial plastic surgery. The laxity of your skin and underlying muscle is one of the key factors in assessing patients. Regardless of age, the patient needs to be in good general health to undergo elective surgery.

Breast implants are among the most studied medical devices in the world, and research shows that, for the most part, they're safe. A rare condition called BIA-ALCL has been linked to certain types of implants and continues to be monitored. I encourage anyone considering breast augmentation to research the safety of implants on their own. The cost of breast implants varies quite a bit, depending on the filler used. Implants filled with saline are less expensive than breast implants filled with cohesive silicone gel.

This is one of the most common questions that patients ask, but definitive answers about breast augmentation cost depend on several factors. The type of breast implants used, the practice's location, and the surgeon's experience are among those factors. An average price range can be from $6,000 to $14,000 in the San Francisco Bay Area.

The cost of liposuction depends on the extent of the procedure and the size of the treatment area or areas. If you're considering liposuction for your thighs, for example, the cost will depend on if liposuction is needed for both the inner and outer thighs. The price for cosmetic surgery is also influenced by the location of the practice, the surgeon's experience, and a number of other factors.

Yes! Dr. Persons and the Persons Plastic Surgery Staff provide the highest quality medical spa treatments, such as Botox, injectable filler (like Juvederm or Restylane), HydraFacials, facial and body laser treatments, and hair removal treatments!