General Questions

Q. What is the cost of the procedure/procedures?
A. The cost of surgery is solely dependent upon the procedure/procedures being performed which is based on a realistic goal to be achieved, and is determined after a consultation between Dr. Williams and the patient. The patient can phone the office for a convenient time to schedule a consultation.

Q. What is the recovery period?
A. Usually, the recovery period is 7 to 14 days depending upon the patient and the procedure/procedures performed.

Q. Will there be discomfort?
A. The level of discomfort varies depending on the patient and the procedure/procedures involved. With today's modern anesthesia techniques, most procedures have minimal if no discomfort levels experienced by the patients. As it is our goal to achieve the maximum level of comfort for all of our patients, a prescription to relieve discomfort will be provided if necessary.

Q. When can I exercise?
A. Depending on the procedure/procedures you may exercise approximately 2 days to 3 weeks afterward.

Q. Will there be a significant difference in the way I look after surgery and will people notice?
A. Bearing in mind that it is our goal to provide you with an improved look based on your natural assets, there should be a significant improvement in your appearance; including a more youthful, rested look.

Q. How long does the procedure/procedures last before I need surgery again?
A. Depending on the procedure/procedures chosen, the surgery will result in an improvement ranging from approximately a few to 10+ years. The surgery, however, will not stop the aging process.

Q. How long before I can wear makeup?
A. You can start wearing makeup approximately 7-14 days after the procedure/procedures.

Q. How much bruising and swelling will occur?
A. The amount of bruising and swelling depends upon the patient and the procedures chosen. There are however, both pre and post operative recommendations given to the patient, including care performed by the nursing staff and our clinical estheticians that can substantially diminish the bruising and swelling.