General Information

If you are thinking about having plastic surgery on your face, you have to educate yourself. If you understand what will happen, what to expect in anesthesia and while you recover, and how to prepare for your surgery and recovery, things are more likely to go smoothly. 

•  Anesthesia - Everything you need to know about anesthesia.
•  Before-and-After Photo Gallery -  We have photos of many patients who had facial plastic surgery and their results. 
•  Medications and Supplements to Avoid Before Surgery - Here is a short list of medications you may be taking that should ask your surgeon about. 
•  Preparing for Your Surgery - What to do to get ready for your surgery and recovery.
•  Procedure Fees - We've collected some average fees for facial cosmetic procedures.
•  Preoperative Shopping List Print Out - Start getting things together now to make your recovery easier!
•  Preparing Yourself Emotionally - Your emotions may zig and zag as you recover. Be prepared. 
•  Postoperative Emotions Checklist - Here is a print out for you about your postoperative emotions.
•  Your Recovery- We have a section of advice and hints on how to get ready to feel better after your surgery.
•  The Benefits of Arnica Montana -  This natural remedy can help with bruising.
•  The Benefits of Bromelain - This natural extract of pineapples can help with swelling.
•  Your Consultation Appointment - What to know, how to prepare, and what to ask at your first meeting with a surgeon.
•  Preparing for Your Consultation Print Out - Here is a list of questions you can take to your consultation.
•  Plastic Surgery Links - Here are some more resources for you.
•  Facial Plastic Surgery Message Boards - This is the place to meet people just like you who are interesting in facial plastic surgery.