FAQS & Blog

Last Friday we proposed the following question on our Facebook page:  How can one prevent blood clots from developing after a surgical procedure?  All the responses received were correct answers!  So good job everyone :) Let us start first with answering the basic questions. 1)  What is a blood clot?   Blood clots form when blood fails to circulate adequately. A DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) is a blood clot that forms in the leg veins, typically beginning in the calf veins.  A PE (Pulmonary Embolism) is caused by a blood clot, typically in the leg, groin, or pelvic veins (and occasionally in the upper extremity veins) which breaks free and travels to the lung arteries. A DVT is often the source of a clot that travels... Continue Reading

Last Friday, we posted the following trivia question on Facebook, What do you do about a leaking saline breast implant?  We received many responses to this post!  We have had patients come to the Aesthetic Surgery Centre with deflated saline implants that happened years ago and wish to address the problem now.  Although it is desirous to have the surgery to correct the deflated implant to restore symmetry and balance, the truth is that is not always medically necessary to have the surgery done immediately.  Keep in mind that if a saline implant breaks, all that leaks out is saltwater.  The saltwater is harmlessly absorbed into the body.  On occasions, the breast may rapidly change shape as the fluid leaks out.  In this instance, the... Continue Reading

Last Friday, our Facebook Trivia question-answer session gathered reasons why it is safer to have surgery at an office-based setting versus a hospital. For starters, educated decision-making is required when considering plastic surgery. A question that comes to mind for many prospective surgical patients is, “Is it safe to have surgery at my doctor’s office versus a hospital?” The answer to this question is “yes” if proper standards and procedures are in place. In fact, it is the mission of the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF) to develop and implement standards of excellence to ensure the highest quality of patient care. The Association has developed an accreditation program that serves both the medical community and the public interest by establishing... Continue Reading

Last Friday, we asked our Facebook Fans to name a reason why jewelry should be removed before having surgery. I was happy to have received such excellent responses! Jewelry should be removed before having surgery for several reasons but here a few main reasons. The first one is that jewelry and body piercings increase the patient’s risk of surgical burns from the use of medical equipment during the surgical procedure. An electrocautery unit is used during surgery to help minimize and control bleeding and to achieve hemostasis. Electricity can travel to any metal on the body which is the reason why a grounding pad is used during surgery. However, to prevent the patient from receiving a “possible” burn from the current that comes from the... Continue Reading

Last Friday our trivia question pertained to the kinds of foods we should eat after surgery and we received excellent responses, so great job everyone! Remember, the process of surgery can be very draining on the body. Inadequate nutritional intake can negatively affect the quality of life by prolonging healing and recovery. This in turn leaves the patient susceptible to developing post-surgery complications. Proper nutrition is important for health and well-being. This is especially so when you are recovering from your surgery. Even family members have lots of questions to ask about what are the best foods they can prepare and give to their family member who has just had surgery. The nutritional goal for a person recovering from surgery is to ensure they eat... Continue Reading

Last Friday we posted the following trivia question Name a reason why it's NOT a good idea to travel internationally to have plastic surgery? Everyone answered correctly – good job! A typical plastic surgery/travel website offers, “Stay in the heart of Chiang Mai and explore the art and culture of the 700-year-old city while you recuperate after plastic surgery.” A Philippines destination website sweetens the pot with, “Enjoy a round of golf after your plastic surgery,” also including roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, free day trips and spa treatments. You may ask yourself, “What is the likelihood of my teeing off the day after my plastic surgery or boarding a tour bus at 8 AM to enjoy some ruins?” If you’re a cockeyed optimist, you may... Continue Reading

Last Friday we posted the following question on Facebook: What is Dr. Jon's musical instrument of choice? We received a variety of answers and we appreciate all of your responses! The correct answer is ‘Piano’ He has played many instruments such as the electric guitar and has taken lessons for this but his musical instrument of choice would be the piano! Dr. Jon Trevisani started playing the piano when he was just 6 years old. Throughout the years, playing the piano has helped him face the challenges and daily stressors of life. Mastering this skill has also helped him stay calm and focused under pressure. He is an accomplished pianist and appreciates the works of Frederic Chopin. Dr. Jon adds, “the bad part of knowing... Continue Reading

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