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Making a smart decision on plastic surgery
Last month you met Margaret, a vivacious 59-year-old Baby Boomer preparing for a facelift. Please take a moment to read more of her story and join the conversation in Margaret’s facelift forum.
Making a well-reasoned decision on whether to have a facelift—or any cosmetic surgery—involves answering key medical and personal questions.
We gave you a glimpse into the medical aspects of Margaret’s facelift consultation with Dr. Parungao in last month’s Body Beautiful. Margaret understands the facelift procedure, why Dr. Parungao has recommended a full facelift rather than a minifacelift, and what she can expect after her surgery.
This month, we’ll focus on the personal questions to ask when deciding whether to have plastic surgery and see how Margaret has answered them.
3 questions to ask yourself
before having plastic surgery
1.Am I having surgery to please someone else in my life, or because I want to? You’ll be happier after surgery if you do it for your own satisfaction. Margaret recalls the conversation she had with the man in her life. “He said, ‘Why mess with perfection? I want you to know I have noticed your cheeks are falling and I don’t care ... I love you the way you are.’ I told him, ‘I'm doing this for myself—not to keep you,’” she says.
2. Do I have realistic expectations of the surgery? “The best candidates for plastic surgery are people seeking improvement, not perfection,”
explains Dr. Parungao.

“I don’t want a 25-year-old face,” Margaret says. She also realizes that a facelift will not stop the clock. “I’ve realized that Dr. P is not chiseling
out a bronze sculpture of me and preserving it forever. I will still age normally. I figure if my face looks 5-10 years younger for the next 5-10 years, I’ll be satisfied.”
3. Is this the right time for me to have surgery? Plan ahead to allow the time you need to recover from your procedure. The amount of recuperation time varies by the type of surgery you’re having. “After a full facelift, you should plan to be off work for 5-7 days,” Dr. Parungao advises.
Margaret is ready to pamper herself for a few days after surgery: “I think I will be having a lot of milkshakes ... I like that!”

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Dr. P marking up patient for sugery
Dr. Parungao fully explains what Margaret can—and cannot—expect from a full facelift, helping her make an informed decision about cosmetic surgery.


New aesthetician joins
Parungao Plastic Surgery
On Thursday, Aug. 2, licensed aesthetician Shannon Rodgers will join the staff at Dr. Parungao’s office. Shannon will offer chemical peels, microdermabrasion, IPL photofacials and laser hair removal.
She will be available from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Watch your e-mail for more information.
Ask Dr. Parungao
Will Margaret still need Botox
and facial fillers after her facelift?
Yes, I recommend that Margaret continue with facial fillers and Botox after her surgery. Her wrinkles are deep enough that the fillers will enhance the results of her facelift. And Botox will prevent recurrence of wrinkles in her forehead, the crease between her eyebrows and crow's feet.
Have a question? Ask Dr. Parungao.
Allan J. Parungao, MD FACS, Oak Brook, Naperville, Vernon Hills, IL
Parungao Plastic Surgery, Allan J. Parungao, MD, FACS

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February 2011
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December 2010
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October 2010
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September 2010
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July 2010
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June 2010
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May 2010
On-Q(R) Post-Op Pain Relief System makes recovering from surgery a breeze - May 2010

May 2010 Special Edition
Get Botox? Allergan's Brilliant DistinctionsTM Program earns you valuable rewards! - May 2010 special edition

April 2010
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March 2010
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February 2010 Special Edition
Save on new Juvederm XC - February 2010 special edition

January 2010
Save big on Botox, Juvederm, Radiesse and Latisse - January 2010

December 2009
The proposed 'botax' is off the table - December 2009

November 2009
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October 2009
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August 2009
Natural-looking breast implants - August 2009

July 2009
Botox and facial fillers - July 2009

June 2009
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May 2009
Cool liposuction for stubborn belly fat - May 2009

April 2009
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March 2009
Juvederm JuMiR study and complimentary treatment - March 2009

February 2009
Breast lift for more youthful bustline - February 2009

December 2008 Special Edition
Dr. Parungao moves from Oak Park to Hinsdale - December 2008 special edition

July 2008
Clinical skin treatments and home skin care - July 2008

April 2008
Microdermabrasion and IPL photofacials - April 2008

February 2008
Liposuction slims what diet and exercise can't - February 2008

January 2008
Mini-facelift vs Full facelift - January 2008

October 2007
Male Baby Boomer turn to plastic surgery -October 2007

September 2007
Liposuction for stubborn fat - September 2007

August 2007
Hyperpigmentation results from an increase in melanin - August 2007

July 2007
Making a smart decision on plastic surgery - July 2007

June 2007
One Baby Boomers facelift story - June 2007

May 2007
Baby Boomers look years younger with mini-facelifts - May 2007

April 2007
Mommy makeovers, combined plastic surgery procedures - April 2007

March 2007
Facial fillers - Look younger without surgery - March 2007

February 2007
Arm lift surgery for upper arms by Dr. Parungao - February 2007

January 2007
Cosmetic eyelid surgery by Dr. Parungao - January 2007

December 2006
Dr. Parungao chosen to conduct Juvederm trial - December 2006

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