There are many reasons to seek cosmetic surgery in Chandler for all types of patients. Some individuals want a professional plastic surgeon to help change certain features on their body they are not pleased with to increase self-confidence. Others are wanting cosmetic surgery to recapture their youthful appearance or restore their body image after giving birth. Regardless of the reasons to explore the available cosmetic surgery options in Chandler, Arizona, it’s a personal decision, and Dr. Finkel can help you through the process.
Over the years, the number of cosmetic surgery has continued to increase. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 1.8 million total cosmetic surgical procedures were performed in 2018. That is a quarter-million more cosmetic surgeries than 2017.
As cosmetic surgery options have become more affordable and procedures advance, there isn’t any wonder why the number of preformed plastic surgery continues to rise. Several plastic surgeon’s offices in Chandler offer financing options that allow patients to afford their domestic procedures easily.
Receiving cosmetic surgery is an important decision and must be considered with great care. As you consider your cosmetic surgery options in Chandler, it is valuable to have realistic goals and be aware of your surgery’s entire process. Cosmetic surgery will not change your life, solve personal problems, or make you look like someone else. For some cosmetic procedures, you will experience pain, and your recovery will require some downtime. Overall, plastic surgery can give you greater self-confidence and add to your sense of well-being.
The goal and focus of cosmetic surgery are to enhance one’s appearance. Often the terms plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery are used interchangeably, but they are, in fact, different. While a plastic surgeon does both, plastic surgery is focused on reconstructing to a normal function and appearance and repairing any defects.
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Plastic surgery is surgery, which is an obvious statement. Any cosmetic surgery selections in Chandler, Arizona, will require a patient to conduct research, have realistic expectations, understand both the benefits and risks, possible complications, and alternatives available to consider. After doing your own research on the procedure, you desire and research on a credible surgeon, it’s time to schedule your consultation. Utilize a consultation with Dr. Finkel, a Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Chandler, to answer or address your questions or concerns.
Your consultation will be a learning experience and interview for both you as the patient and for the surgeon. Expect the consultation to last 1-2 hours. It’s encouraged to bring a notepad and pen to your consultation with the questions you have, the answers, and additional details to remember. It will make the process more effective when you are honest and transparent about your body goals.
Q: Are you board certified in cosmetic surgery?
This question is important to ask or research before you have a surgical procedure conducted. Most patients do not realize that any licensed medical doctor can legally perform any plastic surgery without having training. Any surgery, including plastic surgery, can often experience complications and having a trained professional with the required knowledge to accurately manage any unexpected surgery difficulties.
Q: How frequently do you perform the procedure(s) I want?
This question lets you know that the doctor has had extensive experience in handling your type of cosmetic surgery option you are seeking. Many surgeons will also have before and after for you to review their previous patients and skill set.
Q: Am I the right candidate for plastic surgery?
There can be many reasons that a patient is not a good candidate for plastic surgery. Reasons relating to a patient’s current health conditions, age, and mental well-being can influence a patient’s ability to receive certain cosmetic procedures. Patients who are nonsmokers and healthy body weight are suitable candidates for cosmetic surgery. Patients who are currently suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, and other serious health issues have higher risks or complications and should not consider participating in plastic surgery. Be aware of your health risk and let your surgeon know your health history.
Q: What type of anesthesia will I receive, and who will provide my anesthesia?
With this question, your doctor will explain the types of anesthesia that will be used for your cosmetic surgery. There are different types of anesthesia, such as general, local, and twilight anesthesia used in plastic surgery. Your doctor will discuss which will be best to use in your surgery and to meet your needs.
Q: What is the recovery process for cosmetic surgery?
Each cosmetic surgery differs, and so will the recovery process for each patient. Every patient has a different level of pain tolerance, which can affect the result of their recovery process. Your Plastic surgeon in Chandler will prescribe you pain medication after your procedure to help manage pain discomfort. Typically all cosmetic surgery procedures will have their own recovery time frame with various physical restrictions. Recovery time will also depend on a patient’s age and overall health.
Q: What should I do to prepare myself for my cosmetic surgery?
Having questions to ask is your first step to preparing yourself. Asking this question to your cosmetic surgeon in Chandler, along with your information from your research can help you get a better sense of what to expect and receive advice from a professional first hand. Borden this question to get answers on what you should be doing physically before your surgery to help you in your recovery.
While this information is a great place to start, you’ll get the most out of a consultation with your Board Certified Cosmetic SurgeonChandler. Not finding an answer to your question? Click to schedule your one-on-one consultation with Dr. Rimma Finkel. Read more about your cosmetic surgeon in Chandler, AZ, below!
Confidence is at the center of how we present ourselves to the word; how we carry ourselves. It’s an important emotional factor in anyone’s life. This outward appearance can hold us back from living our life to the fullest or catapult us into new dreams and the courage to face our fears.
That’s the beauty of what I do for patients each and every day. I will help you to find your lost confidence. My specialties include reconstructive and aesthetic surgery of the breast, cosmetic surgery of the face and body, body contouring, and other reconstructive surgery types.
For patients seeking non-surgical options, I offer injectables including Botox, Restylane, Radiesse, and Juvederm.
As one of the only female physicians in the Chandler area, I offer a unique view to my patients. The office environment is purposefully relaxed and worry-free to ease our patients while making an important decision.
Most importantly, your safety and comfort will always be my first priority. So come in for a consultation. Don’t let yourself be held back from your full potential any longer.
Dr. Rimma Finkel, MD, is a Plastic Surgeon serving the entire Phoenix metro area. She has offices in Gilbert, Chandler, and Phoenix and often travels to the Banner in Glendale as well. After graduating from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 2001, she trained in General Surgery at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center until 2006 and then in Plastic Surgery at the University of Louisville. Upon completing these programs in 2008, Dr. Finkel started her own private practice, Dr. Rimma Finkel, MD PLLC. Dr. Finkel has been recognized as a top cosmetic surgeon in Chandler, AZ.
Dr. Finkel is double board-certified in Chandler cosmetic surgery. She also has multiple professional memberships to back it up. Her professional memberships include:
American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
American Association of Plastic Surgeons
American Board of Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Words can’t express how I feel about Dr. Finkel. I am so thankful God put you in my path. Thank you so much for being my breast reconstruction Dr. I love you! God bless
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Thanks! I could not be happier with my results. I feel lucky Dr. Hernandez, who did my mastectomy, referred me to you. You both did a great job on my surgery.
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