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An Interview with Dr. Stanley Frileck on Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Stanley Frileck is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Here the Doctor has answered some of the common questions Bizymoms visitors have about Reconstructive Surgery.
Q. What is reconstructive surgery?
It is the repair of deforming conditions (esthetic or functional) with the goal of a natural outcome.
Q. What is the difference between Cosmetic and Reconstructive surgery?
Cosmetic surgery is the esthetic repair of cosmetically objectionable body and face deformities
Q. What benefits does Reconstructive surgery provide?
A natural appearance from deforming functional and esthetic conditions of the face and body
Q. Who is a good candidate for Reconstructive surgery?
Anyone with a deforming condition may be a good candidate, from those with acute burns or other injuries to those with long standing deformities
Q. Does Reconstructive surgery have possible risks and complications?
Many texts have been written on the subject, but risks are related to the patients medical status, and the nature of the deformity; and complications range from death to minor inflammations.
Q. How long does it take to recover from Reconstructive surgery?
From a few months to many years.
Q. Does Reconstructive surgery leave any visible scarring?
Reconstructive surgery often leaves visible signs of scarring.
