THE SURGERY

Am I a candidate for cosmetic surgery?
Cosmetic surgery is to enhance body appearance and improve body image. The surgery and expectations should be realistic and achievable. Cosmetic surgery is available to candidates of all ages and is considered safe as long as there is no serious medical condition which precludes an elective cosmetic procedure. Therefore being frank, thorough, and truthful during the history and examination period of the consultation is of utmost importance. Any surgery has a potential risk associated even in healthy individuals. Understanding and discussing potential risks and complications is part of the initial visit to help you determine if that specific surgery is for you or not.

What should I expect from the surgery?
It is normal, healthy, and desirable to look our best. If we feel good about ourselves and our body image we project that feeling to others around us. Improve self image and self-esteem has a positive effect on our lives. The entire surgery is performed by Dr. Shureih. Though there will be assistants to assist in the surgery . Anesthesia is administered by a qualified anesthesia team composed of doctors and nurses. Your anesthesia will be discussed with you by the anesthesia team at the hospital or surgical center. Local anesthesia is given by Dr. Shureih.

Where is the surgery is performed?
The aesthetic surgery is performed at an accredited hospital or an accredited surgery center. The choice of location is the patients. Some hospitals and surgical centers have special low rates for cosmetic surgery. This will make the surgery more affordable to you.

How long is the Recovery?
You should expect swelling and bruising of varying degrees. Some patients swell and bruise more than others. Most of the swelling and bruises are faded by the second week. Back to work usually by the second week and completely faded bruises by the end of the third week. Follow up visit is typically within a few days after the surgery. Should an emergency arise, the office and Dr. Shureih are available to you 24 hours a day. Physical activity is prohibited during the first 72 hours after surgery. You will be able to resume normal activity within a week from surgery and back to athletic activity in three weeks. You may start driving when it is comfortable to do so, and you are no longer on pain medication. Dr. Shureih, and staff feel very privileged that you choose us for your surgery . We promise to give you our best in a friendly, respectful and personalized manner.

Computer Imaging?
Pictures are taken to help in the analysis of the face or body and the harmony of facial features and body measurements. Computer imaging loads photographic images into the computer. These images can be manipulated to simulate the result of the surgery. The computer imaging will assist you and Dr. Shureih communicate and objectively decide a realistic surgical goal. This will assist the patient decide whether the proposed surgery meets their expectations.