Facelift out of State?

Last facelift was 12 years ago and it's time for a touch up. My ps moved from TX to CA. We did phone consult (emailed pics) and he feels a touch up f/l is in order. I am 62 and he did a fabolous when I was 50. Do you see any problems w/me traveling and him not being in the same state? He still has many patients that travel from Houston to CA for his work. do you think its advantageous that he did the last one or would i be better off using someone local?

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Make the proper arrangements and travel to see you plastic surgeon

If you were happy with your surgeon when you had your last facelift then I would recommend going to see him and have him do your next surgery. You will want to stay in town for at least a week so he can do adequate followup in the early postoperative period. I often have people travel to Montecito for surgery with me- they stay at a local hotel for at least the week, and nursing care can be arranged for them if necessary. I'm certain your surgeon can make similar... more

Facelift Travel

Travel to the surgeon you had the first time. You should spend a few days nearby, in case you develop a hematoma or flap compromise (not likely).

Facelift touch up surgery

Dear LadyPorsche, I would stand by your man It sounds like you were very happy with your results Make it a vacation and relax for the week while you recover Double check with his office on when it would be safe to fly home Best, Nima Shemirani

Out of state facelift

We have many patients come in from out of town. Our office usually has them stay in town for at least a week. If you have a good relationship with your surgeon, that is a key element in success. Make sure that you are both on the same page as to follow up.

The Importance of the Doctor- Patient Relationship

Your question addresses the most important aspect of choosing a Plastic Surgeon. Developing a strong doctor- patient relationship by creating trust and having in- depth knowledge of the patient's plan, her likes, dislikes, and a proven record of exemplary results is worth its weight in gold. Therefore it is not extreme to travel, even to California, to have the kind of experience you have had. I would travel and stay as long as your surgeon deems it necessary.

Paul S. Howard, MD

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Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

Facelift Out-of-State

I frequently do facelifts on patients from out-of-state. In the last month I've done facelifts on patients from Iraq, Dubai, and New York. I suggest you return to the surgeon who previously took good care of you. Plan on staying about 10 days.

Richard W. Fleming, MD

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Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Face lift out of state

There is nothing wrong with traveling out of state for a face lift, and in your case it is probably well advised, since you got a great result from your original surgery. The key is to stay long enough near the surgeon to get you through the early recovery phase. For my out of state patients I recommend one week to 10 days. Essentially the longer the better. Longer term complications after face lift surgery are uncommon, but make sure you have the resources to return to your... more

Traveling to CA for Facelift

I believe it to be very reasonable to travel to your PS who performed your original facelift as long as you can reasonably adhere to his follow-up protocol. Dr. ES

Choosing An Out Of State Surgeon

Thank you for the question. It sounds as though you were extremely satisfied with the results obtained the first time around. In light of this it would be reasonable to return to the surgeon who you know can be trusted, as long as you are willing and prepared to spend a week to 10 days to allow for your post operative recovery. Best Wishes.

Travelling for facelift

There is really no issue with travelling to another state for your facelift procedure as long as you are willing to stay nearby for the first week after your surgery. It is important to have some support and people around to help take care of you in the early postoperative recovery phase. After that first week, your sutures should be out and your risk of complications is low. Choosing a surgeon you trust and feel comfortable with can be a difficult process, so if traveling isn't... more