THE GOALS OF PLASTIC SURGERY

The purpose of cosmetic plastic surgery is to reshape the normal structures of the body. The essence of cosmetic surgery is to allow a person to improve their appearance and raise their self-esteem, and therefore to enjoy life more fully.

THE MYTHS OF PLASTIC SURGERY

Plastic surgery is only for the vain. We all have a self-concept or image; how we see ourselves and how we wish others to see us. Sometimes accidents, injuries, nature and the passage of time change our appearance or fail to fulfill our expectations. It is not vanity to want to look and feel like the person we know we really are.

Plastic surgery is painful. There is a period of discomfort which follows any treatment or surgical procedure. At Central Maine Plastic Surgery we educate you on what to expect and how to care for yourself following your procedure. Proper attention to your body's needs will help to minimize your discomfort and help you return to normal activity as quickly as possible.

Plastic surgery is expensive. No high-quality medical procedure is cheap or free. You should be suspicious if it is. For the person who is uncomfortable with some aspect of their appearance however, plastic surgery is not prohibitively expensive. And when you consider what you get in return, many people feel they could never put a value on the benefits. Please note that while cosmetic surgery is generally not covered by insurance, reconstructive surgery often is.

The effects of plastic surgery wear off in a few years. Time and the aging process certainly do exert an influence on your result; as does your lifestyle, before and after your procedure. With attention to a healthy and balanced lifestyle you can expect to maintain your results longer or even improve upon your result. The experts at Central Maine Plastic Surgery are always available to help advise you in this regard.

We specialize in the following areas:
Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast
Cosmetic surgery
Reconstructive microsurgery