I am looking to get a "upper blepharoplasty" in Boston- looking for the best surgeon for thisprocedure, but not looking to be ripped off and pay $7000 for a surgery where the "average" is $4000 (even in Boston). (Consulted with a couple and not happy. One at BWH, another private practice in Back Bay ) Would an ophthalmic plastic surgeon/ oculoplastic surgeon (board certified in ophtalmology), but NOT on the American Board of Plastic Surgery be suitable for a upper blepharoplasty? If not, why?
Answer: You often get what you pay for. Irrespective of training background, surgeons vary in their aesthetic skills. Oculoplastic surgeons have the most in-depth training in eyelid anatomy and reconstruction. However when it comes to artful cosmetic eyelid surgery, no single specialty will assure you that you are with the "best" surgeon. Overall, I think that the most artful blepharoplasty are performed by a handful of thoughtful, experienced aesthetically oriented oculoplastic surgeons. These are rare individuals and you are likely going to need to travel to find them. Generally, yes, the charge more for their work and likely more than even your $7000 that you have deemed a rip off. Be careful what you look for. You might decide after the fact that the extra money might have been worth it to get the result you were hoping for.
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Answer: You often get what you pay for. Irrespective of training background, surgeons vary in their aesthetic skills. Oculoplastic surgeons have the most in-depth training in eyelid anatomy and reconstruction. However when it comes to artful cosmetic eyelid surgery, no single specialty will assure you that you are with the "best" surgeon. Overall, I think that the most artful blepharoplasty are performed by a handful of thoughtful, experienced aesthetically oriented oculoplastic surgeons. These are rare individuals and you are likely going to need to travel to find them. Generally, yes, the charge more for their work and likely more than even your $7000 that you have deemed a rip off. Be careful what you look for. You might decide after the fact that the extra money might have been worth it to get the result you were hoping for.
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October 25, 2017
Answer: Excellent results can be obtained from either specialty. The fact that one has a board certification does not guarantee you a good result. Plastic surgeons have been doing blepharoplasty for years and you would be best served by finding a board certified plastic surgeon and carefully reviewing the before and after photos of their work. This will give you a good idea of the persons aesthetic sense and direct views of their results. Cost of an upper blepharoplasty done under local anesthesia, in my practice, is $2800. Best wishes.
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October 25, 2017
Answer: Excellent results can be obtained from either specialty. The fact that one has a board certification does not guarantee you a good result. Plastic surgeons have been doing blepharoplasty for years and you would be best served by finding a board certified plastic surgeon and carefully reviewing the before and after photos of their work. This will give you a good idea of the persons aesthetic sense and direct views of their results. Cost of an upper blepharoplasty done under local anesthesia, in my practice, is $2800. Best wishes.
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October 23, 2017
Answer: Upper blepharoplasty Either specialty can do this procedure. There probably more difference in individual surgeons. I would recommend you look at before and after photos to help guide your choice to get the result you would like. Good luck.
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October 23, 2017
Answer: Upper blepharoplasty Either specialty can do this procedure. There probably more difference in individual surgeons. I would recommend you look at before and after photos to help guide your choice to get the result you would like. Good luck.
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October 23, 2017
Answer: Blepharoplasty Hello and thank you for your question. Both types of board-certified surgeons are trained to do this surgery and you will be able to find a good surgeon. It is very
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October 23, 2017
Answer: Blepharoplasty Hello and thank you for your question. Both types of board-certified surgeons are trained to do this surgery and you will be able to find a good surgeon. It is very
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