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The goal of Facial Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery should be improvement in appearance, not
perfection. The level of success depends on the skill and experience of the surgeon
as well as the patient's health, age, bone structure, history of smoking, sun damage, etc. There are
usually varying degrees of temporary swelling, bruising, and numbness following most surgical and
some non-surgical procedures. Most patients feel, however, that these temporary inconveniences are
compensated by the resulting improved, enhanced appearance. Incisions for cosmetic surgery procedures
are usually hidden in the hairline or placed in the natural folds of the skin so that they become
relatively inconspicuous with modern Endoscopic, Laser, and "Minimal Access" surgery (Facial J-Lift,
Internal Face-Lift - IFL) there is quicker recovery and a more natural esthetic appearance.
To complement cosmetic surgery, new innovative skin rejuvenation treatments (i.e. FotoFacial) bring the
results to a higher artistic level with "no downtime". As you view this website,
note any questions that are important to you so that they can be appropriately discussed during your
consultation or by on-line chat with
Dr. Gilmore. Decisions regarding Facial Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery should be based on thorough
assessment of the information on this website, from the consultation with Dr. Gilmore and our
staff, and other informational sources, such as our brochure. Our staff is vitally interested
in insuring that you are an informed and knowledgeable consumer and patient.
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