Welcome and thank you for visiting.
This section of the website is designed to assist you in becoming more informed about the cosmetic options available to you.
To schedule an appointment, please call the office (212-722-5570) and ask for a cosmetic consultation.
What is Facial Plastic Surgery?
A Facial Plastic Surgeon specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face. Facial aesthetic and reconstructive surgery is a main subspecialty of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery. When training for board certification in otolaryngology, physicians concentrate on the complex anatomy, physiology and pathology of the face, head and neck, enabling them to become uniquely qualified to perform surgery in this region of the body.
Further intense training can be obtained by pursuing a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. A fellowship is the highest level of training a physician can obtain in a particular field of medicine.
- Swelling : 80% of swelling resolves in the first 2 weeks. An additional 20% of the swelling resolves more gradually over the next 2 months.
- Generally speaking, most patients may return to work 2 weeks after surgery.
- With time, maturation of scar tissue helps to restore strength to the operative sites.
- Touch up work may be required postoperatively. Dr. Lin will discuss this in more detail during your consultation.
- Maintaining lifelong good, healthy habits minimizes the risks associated with anesthesia.
- If you have had epidsodes of cold sores or blisters around the mouth, inform your surgeon of this condition.
- A limited amount of activity will be required for the first 2 weeks after surgery.
- No smoking 2 weeks prior and after surgery to (i) ensure optimal wound healing, and (ii) minimize the risk of infection and scarring
- Avoid aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (i.e., Motrin, Advil, etc.) 2 weeks prior through 2 weeks after surgery.
- Apply ice packs to the face and sleep with your head slightly elevated for the first few days after surgery to minimize swelling.
Goals:
Dr. Lin’s aesthetic goal is to provide you with a more harmonious and balanced appearance to your face. Achieving a balanced, fresher, and younger look is always sought with the foremost goal of providing a natural appearance. Though each patient has unique, individualized needs, this site will serve as an information tool to assist you.
Expectations
Minimizing Risk
- Dr. Lin practices at our East Side New York office. If you are interested in making an appointment with Dr. Lin, or would like more information, please call our 86th Street office at (212) 722-5570.
- Medical insurance may be applicable in some cases and should be discussed with the office manager during your appointment. Dr. Lin accepts most insurance plans; please call to verify your insurance plan with us.
- If your interest is purely aesthetic, please schedule a cosmetic consultation with Dr. Lin.
