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Tipping a doctor performing lip augmentation... Any suggestions?

I have an appointment very soon for a lip augmentation procedure (juvederm ultra plus). A doctor is going to be performing this procedure, I was wondering if tip is included? This is my first time under going a lip augmentation procedure therefore I'm unclear whether tip is included. Thanks!

Doctor Answers 14

July 20th, 2016

Getting a good result more important than tipping.

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Lip injections are not easy.  It's more important to choose a doctor who will do a good job than worrying about tipping!  Good luck!

Learn more: https://westvillageplasticsurgery.com/lip-enhancer-facial-fillers-and-botox-nyc/

Tae Ho Kim, MD


New York Plastic Surgeon
4.5 out of 5 stars 12 reviews

July 20th, 2016

Upcoming Lip Augmentation Procedure

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Thank you for your question and congratulations on your upcoming lip augmentation procedure.  Please be sure to discuss your goals and expectations with your doctor in order to determine the best treatment plan.  Beautiful and natural results can be achieved.  Although a very kind consideration, tipping your doctor is not necessary or recommended.  Best wishes!   
Christian N. Ford, M.D.
July 20th, 2016

Typing a physician...

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Thank you for your question and care however tipping is not necessary nor expected.  Regards, Dr. Matt Elias
Matthew Elias, DO, FAAD

Matthew Elias, DO, FAAD
Fort Lauderdale Dermatologic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 6 reviews

July 26th, 2016

Is it appropriate to tip a doctor?

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If you are happy with your doctor's work, the best thank you is the referral of your friends and family.  Tips are completely unnecessary.

Ronald Friedman, MD
Plano Plastic Surgeon

July 26th, 2016

Tip

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There is no need to tip the surgeon who is preforming your procedure.  The price you pay for the lip augmentation already includes the doctors time, therefore a tip is not required or expected.

Audrey A. Klenke, MD, FACS

Audrey A. Klenke, MD, FACS
Hilton Head Island Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 4 reviews

July 22nd, 2016

Tipping a doctor performing lip augmentation... Any suggestions?

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Hello, included in the doctor's fee is the cost of the product, the cost of overhead and the cost of administering the drug (Juvederm).  You do not ever have to tip a doctor for services rendered.      Good luck, Dr. Downie.

Jeanine B. Downie, MD
Montclair Dermatologic Surgeon

July 22nd, 2016

Tipping your provider

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Usually, prices do not include tips for cosmetic procedures. While that is very considerate of you to think of, you do not need to feel obligated to give your provider a tip for their service.

Justin Harper, MD

Justin Harper, MD
Columbus Physician
5.0 out of 5 stars 24 reviews

July 21st, 2016

Lip Augmentation

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Greetings!
This is certainly an extremely kind gesture on your part, but absolutely not required, or necessary. The price of the procedure is incredibly straightforward. It covers the artistic performance of the procedure, as well as the cost of the product. 
Please make sure that the person you have chosen is experienced in the procedure they are performing, as this type of procedure is extremely delicate.
Best of luck to you!

David Goldberg, MD

David Goldberg, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
3.3 out of 5 stars 4 reviews

July 20th, 2016

#Juvederm #Filler #LipInjection #Injectables

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Hi VelvetRose512, Thank you for your excellent question! Patients typically do not tip a Doctor for services in the office.I hope this helps you, Brian S. Coan MD, FACS

Learn more: http://www.careplasticsurgery.com/non-surgical/

Brian Coan, MD, FACS

Brian Coan, MD, FACS
Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 65 reviews

July 20th, 2016

Tipping a doctor performing lip augmentation... Any suggestions?

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Hi, that's a very nice thought but typically not expected.  I've performed many lip augmentations over the past 30 years and my reward is a happy patient with a great result.
Hope this helps.

Learn more: http://www.beverlyhills-plasticsurgery.com/palmer-code-lip-augmentation/

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.7 out of 5 stars 28 reviews

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