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David E. Berman, M.D.
- Dulles Cosm Surg & Skin Care Ctr
14 Pigeon Hill Dr., Ste.100
Sterling, VA 20165 - Tel: Click for phone number
- Fax: 703-406-2496
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- www.bermancosmeticsurgery.com
Answered Questions
Q:
Breast lift and tummy tuck - reasonable results?
I had a mastopexy and tummy tuck 11 weeks ago. I am very happy with my results, for the most part. I do have two questions that I don't want to "overly offend" my plastic surgeon with by harping on them. There is a "ring"- only way I know how to describe it - around my belly button that I am concerned with which will be obvious during swim suit season. The ring is a very fine but red line where the scarring from the new hole was created. It is obviously well outside the circumference of the belly button itself. Will it fade a good deal more? Also, my left breast was a full DD while my right was a small D. While they are MUCH perkier, my left is still bigger than the right and the shape is a little different than the other. Is it reasonable to expect the breasts to still be dissimilar? The left is still a tad bit bigger than the right and spills out over my bra cup somewhat. I go back to my plastic surgeon in May. What do you advise?
A:
it is much too early to assess your results since you definitely have swelling in place.
the scarring around the umbilicus will definitely improve with time.
be more patient but if it is bothering you a lot, your plastic surgeon should be happy to see you and reassure you before may.
sincerely
david berman md
plastic surgeon, northern va.
Q:
Is Restylane really safe in the tear troughs?
Is Restylane use safe in the tear troughs? I have been considering this procedure for some time for chronic dark circles under my eyes but I know it is considered an "off label" use of Restylane. Is it really safe and effective?
A:
I have had good success in treating the tear troughs with Restylane and Juvederm. The key is to slightly under-correct and be conservative. Serious complications are uncommon in experienced hands. However you may experience minor lumpiness or bruising even in experienced hands. It is a non permanent filler so complications will usually improve and resolve with time, if you are unlucky enough to get one.
David Berman, MD
Q:
I'm size 34ddd and my surgeon is planning on removing 800gr. of breast tissue; what will that bring my bra size down to?
I am having a Breast Reduction. I am currently a size 34DDD. My surgeon is planning on removing 800 grams of tissue from my breasts. What will that bring my bra size down to?
A:
An 800 gram reduction is definitely a substantial reduction. However bra sizes are not standardized from company to company. I t is impossible to accurately predict exactly what your bra size will be post op. However, it will take at least 3 months to lose the fullness at the sides. Also, you should focus more on their appearance post op, rather than what bra size it will measure (of course there is a correlation).
Your surgeon who knows what you look like now is in the best position to tell you what to expect post op.
David Berman, MD
Q:
How long should you wait to have a breast reduction after having a baby?
I want to have a breast reduction. How long should one wait after giving birth to proceed with the breast reduction procedure?
A:
You should wait until your breasts return to normal size and are no longer leaking milk. If you elect to breast feed, you should wait at least 3 months after breast feeding and until milk is no longer leaking.
David Berman, MD
Q:
Do you think insurance should cover all plastic surgeries, both reconstructive and elective cosmetic?
I am doing a research paper and I would like to know plastic surgeons' opinions regarding insurance coverage for plastic surgery. Do you think insurance should cover all plastic surgeries, both reconstructive and elective cosmetic?
A:
Absolutely not!!!! The system cannot afford the present situation; this would totally bankrupt it. There is no reason why insurance should cover cosmetic surgery. It is a luxury and thus should be paid for by those that want it.
David Berman, MD