What are the different types of plastic surgery procedures offered by The Advanced Plastic Surgery Centre?
Dr Perlman has been in private practice for 40 years. His practice is limited to cosmetic surgery. He is one of the leading facelift surgeons in Houston. He also performs breast enhancement including breast lifts and augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction,ear tucking(otoplasty),cosmetic nose surgery, and body contouring surgery
What are the qualifications of Dr. Joseph Perlman, the surgeon at The Advanced Plastic Surgery Centre?
Dr. Perlman is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
What is the experience level of Dr. Joseph Perlman?
Dr Perlman Is a former associate professor of plastic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and has 40 years experience in private practice.
Does The Advanced Plastic Surgery Centre offer financing options for plastic surgery procedures?
Yes, he offers Care Credit and other finance options
What is the recovery time for a facelift procedure?
A facelift requires two-3 weeks of recovery depending on the type of facelift being done
What are the different types of anesthesia used for plastic surgery procedures?
Most outpatient procedures are done under general anesthesia. Minimally invasive procedures done in the office are done under local anesthesia with oral sedation.
What should I expect during a consultation for plastic surgery?
During the consultation Dr Perlman will do a thorough history and physical examination on the areas of concern. He will discuss with you the best treatment option based on your needs. Photographs will be taken and in certain cases a short video will be presented. His patient coordinator ,Sylvia Diaz, we’ll discuss cost and schedule the procedure as well as provide both pre-op and post-op instructions
How can I prepare for a plastic surgery procedure?
Dr Perlman and his staff will discuss the procedures and what you should do pre-op and post-op depending on the procedure.
What are the long-term results of plastic surgery procedures?
Many procedures can have long-lasting results such as tummy tucks ,breast surgery, and liposuction. Facelift procedures can last up to 10 years. A lot depends on if the patient maintains a healthy lifestyle.
How can I finance my plastic surgery procedure?
Sylvia will be happy to discuss finance options with the patient for both office procedures and outpatient procedures
What are the payment options offered by The Advanced Plastic Surgery Centre?
Yes, he offers Care Credit and other finance options
What is the difference between a facelift and a neck lift?
A facelift involves lifting the skin and subcutaneous tissue off of the underlying muscles of the face and neck, tightening the muscle layer and then removing the excess skin. A neck lift is limited to the same technique but only for the neck
What are some non-surgical options for facial rejuvenation?
Depending on with the patient needs and their concerns about downtime and cost , options include facial fillers to add volume, radio frequency procedures such as FaceTite,CO2 laser resurfacing,and chemical peels.
What are the benefits of choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon?
There are many physicians in Houston practicing “cosmetic surgery”, who are not certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Their training and expertise usually not of the same caliber.
What should I look for in a plastic surgery center?
Some patients have surgery centers in their office. Dr Perlman uses accredited outpatient centers affiliated with hospitals. He does minor office procedures in his treatment room. Make sure that the surgery center that a doctor uses is certified by AAAHC or JCHAO.
How can I ensure that I am getting a safe and effective plastic surgery procedure?
It’s important to discuss with Dr Perlman any concerns that you have. He will discuss the pros and cons of the different treatment options in a realistic way. There is no one size fits all when it comes to facial rejuvenation
What are your costs/prices?
Sylvia will discuss the cost for DrPerlman’s fee as well as give you an estimate of surgery center and anesthesia fees
Does Advanced Plastic Surgery Centre offer free consultation of its services?
Dr Perlman charges a fee of 75 dollars for a consultation which is applied to any procedure that you have