FAQS & Blog

Last Friday we posted the following question: Which of the following jobs did Dr. Jon have growing up? The following options were listed: A) Stock boy at grocery store B) Bar Tender C) Delivering Sunday Newspaper D) Laboratory Research Technician E) All of the above Believe it or not, the correct answer is "E" - All of the above! Dr. Jon Paul Trevisani grew up in Utica, New York where he delivered the Sunday newspaper as a child from about the Fifth grade until he graduated High School. He additionally worked at a local grocery store, Price Chopper, as a stock boy during the summer months while he was in high school. Dr. Jon also adds, "I sold ice cream during the summer months as... Continue Reading

Thank you all for participating in last Friday's "Tag" and "Like"! We were very impressed with the feedback we received and cannot wait to announce our first grand prize giveaway which will be tomorrow! Remember, as long as you have registered for the contest, you have a chance of winning one of our 3 big giveaways! You are increasing your chances of winning by going to our Facebook Page and answering trivia questions posted very Friday. Any answer earns one point, correct answers earn two points! Remember you will receive credit for your answer if you have submitted an entry form on our Contest Page. Additionally, an entry form needs to be submitted if you wish to be included in the drawing for our 3... Continue Reading

Last Friday our trivia question on Facebook was, “What is Arnica and why is this recommended post-operatively?” Everyone answered correctly and will receive 2 points! Arnica Montana is a plant that contains essential components that help in the reduction of bruising and swelling from surgery. This natural-homeopathic remedy is vastly used amongst plastic surgeons. Arnica Montana can be found over-the-counter in various forms. It is important to discuss with your plastic surgeon which form is the best course of action for you. Our website has an easy-to-use online store for your various purchases. Please visit our store or call us for information on our products. Thank you all for participating! As long as you have registered for the contest, you have a chance of winning... Continue Reading

Last Friday I proposed the first Trivia Question to start off our contest and plenty of responses came flooding! I was thoroughly impressed with the responses of our fans – some elicited a chuckle while others even left me second guessing my own question and had to double check my resources! So let’s get right to it, How many years does it take to become a Plastic Surgeon? The answer is 13-15 years or even more! Let’s take a look at our very own Dr. Jon’s route to his educational endeavors. Upon graduating Thomas R. Proctor High School in Utica, New York, Dr. Jon Paul Trevisani went... Continue Reading

Last Friday I proposed our weekly trivia question on Facebook and the focus of last Friday's question was Why Do Women Get their Breasts Re-Done? I was thoroughly impressed with the vast number and variety of responses received! The goal with breast augmentation is to provide women with fuller, firmer breasts. Attaining great breast augmentation is artistry creating desired aesthetics, symmetry and balance with natural looking results. This is a procedure that Dr. Jon Paul Trevisani performs most often classifying him an expert in this field. Unfortunately, no one can guarantee that your breasts will look the same forever. The effects of gravity, aging, pregnancy, weight gain/loss, size of breasts will at some point take a toll and breast revisionary surgery may be considered. Listed... Continue Reading

Last week we posted a trivia question on Facebook relating to Anesthesia and received great feedback! General anesthesia is a type of sedation that uses several medications to render the patient unconscious and unable to move. The medications are given both through an IV and mixed with oxygen and inhaled. This combination of medications insures that the patient is unaware of any pain caused by surgery and also prevents the patient from moving during surgery, potentially causing a surgical error. The patient is unable to move after the medications are given so a breathing tube is placed into the patient's airway and connected to a machine that helps the patient breathe and maintain a patent airway. A Board Certified Anesthesiologist provides anesthesia for all of... Continue Reading

Last week we proposed the the following Facebook Trivia Question: Is a Tummy Tuck similar to a C-Section in terms of Pain? In general, there is more dissection involved with a tummy tuck than a cesarean section. In a c-section, there is an intraabdominal component to the operation and the fibrous tissue layer is cut. In abdominoplasty, the fibrous tissue layer is plicated (folded in or tucked) leading to tightness. However, people experience pain and discomfort differently. First we must realize that everyone handles pain differently. A history of chronic pain and long term pain medication usage will lead to a tolerance to the pain medication which may result in taking higher doses of medication for pain relief. Treating pain promptly is always best. You... Continue Reading

Almost everyone has heard that they should look for “board certification” when seeking a qualified plastic surgeon. Most people do not really understand exactly what this means and what is involved in becoming “board certified”. The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is the agency which oversees sub-specialty boards. More than 100 “boards” have been submitted to the ABMS for formal approval, but only 24 have met their strict educational and examination criteria. They are as follows: Allergy and Immunology Anesthesiology Colon and Rectal Surgery Dermatology Emergency Medicine Family Practice Internal Medicine Medical Genetics Neurological Surgery Nuclear Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology Ophthalmology Orthopaedic Surgery Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Plastic Surgery Preventive Medicine Psychiatry and Neurology Radiology Surgery Thoracic Surgery Urology The American... Continue Reading