I am planning on getting a Bret revision surgery and tummy tuck with no lipo in September. My primary care Dr just told me I should have my tonsils out too. I want my tonsils out the old way with cut and sewn as opposed to the laser. Can my plastic surgeon do that too? I'd like to only take time off once and OR ands anesthesia fee once.
May 7, 2016
Answer: Mommy Makeover I would have reservations about this combination with a tonsillectomy and I would recommend consulting with both a PS and an ENT / Otolaryngology surgeon and to have an MDT discussion with the anaesthetist to determine the pros and cons.I personally have performed combination body rejuvenation surgery and facial surgery simultaneously. For a tonsillectomy I would always involve an ENT surgeon for this part of the procedure. I disagree with the previous comments that the tonsillectomy would significantly increase the risk of infection in the mommy makeover. However the main issue I foresee is that bleeding from tonsillectomy afterwards can cause increased risks of nausea / vomiting that could increase your chance of haematoma from the mommy makeover.
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May 7, 2016
Answer: Mommy Makeover I would have reservations about this combination with a tonsillectomy and I would recommend consulting with both a PS and an ENT / Otolaryngology surgeon and to have an MDT discussion with the anaesthetist to determine the pros and cons.I personally have performed combination body rejuvenation surgery and facial surgery simultaneously. For a tonsillectomy I would always involve an ENT surgeon for this part of the procedure. I disagree with the previous comments that the tonsillectomy would significantly increase the risk of infection in the mommy makeover. However the main issue I foresee is that bleeding from tonsillectomy afterwards can cause increased risks of nausea / vomiting that could increase your chance of haematoma from the mommy makeover.
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May 6, 2016
Answer: Tonsillectomy with Plastic Surgery No, this is not a good idea. Plastic surgeons do not perform tonsillectomies. Have your cosmetic surgery performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon who has ample experience with your procedures of interest. And, have your tonsillectomy performed by an ENT specialist who performs this surgery routinely and has a good track record.
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May 6, 2016
Answer: Tonsillectomy with Plastic Surgery No, this is not a good idea. Plastic surgeons do not perform tonsillectomies. Have your cosmetic surgery performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon who has ample experience with your procedures of interest. And, have your tonsillectomy performed by an ENT specialist who performs this surgery routinely and has a good track record.
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