FAQ

For smaller in-office procedures like cyst removal, you can usually resume wearing contact lenses within a day or two. After upper eyelid surgery, it's recommended to wait at least a week, and for lower lid surgery, closer to two weeks.

The Morgenstern Center accepts all major credit cards, CareCredit, PatientFi, RepeatMD, and personal checks. We offer a multi-payment plan that allows you to make payments up until the day of your surgery once it’s booked.

If you are having a procedure with local anesthesia in the office, you typically won't need additional clearance. However, for surgeries requiring more extensive anesthesia, you will need to see your primary care doctor for a pre-operative history and physical exam.

Healing time varies depending on the surgery and individual patient factors. Generally, bruising and swelling peak around the second or third day after surgery and gradually improve over one to two weeks. Sutures are often removed after seven to ten days. Although the incision may appear healed, wound healing continues over several weeks to months. Sun protection and general skincare are crucial for optimal recovery.

Your return to work depends on the type of surgery and your job's physical demands. Most patients can return to work within a few days to a week. If your job involves physical activity, you may be limited to light duties for the first week.

We generally recommend limiting physical activity to light exercise, with no heavy lifting, for at least the first week after surgery. Depending on your procedure, light aerobic activity may be resumed within this period.

BOTOX treatment requires both artistry and experience. It’s important to choose a practitioner with extensive training and knowledge of facial anatomy. Qualified professionals include facial plastic surgeons, general plastic surgeons, dermatologists, ophthalmologists, and oral maxillofacial surgeons. Don’t base your choice solely on price. Instead, focus on the provider’s expertise and experience.

Most patients can resume wearing makeup about one to two weeks following surgery.

In most cases, procedures done in the office will be scheduled for a later date. This allows adequate time for assessment during the consultation and for any necessary insurance pre-certifications.

A Humphrey’s Visual Field test evaluates peripheral vision and is often used to determine the functional impairment caused by droopy eyelids, excess eyelid skin, or droopy eyebrows. These tests, combined with photographs, help insurance companies decide if a surgery is medically necessary. Most optometrists and comprehensive ophthalmologists offer these tests.

In most cases, you may drive the next day. Specific instructions will be provided before and after your surgery.

Most surgeries are well-tolerated and require only Tylenol for discomfort during the immediate postoperative period. Stronger pain relief may be prescribed for certain procedures, which will be discussed beforehand.

The risks associated with each procedure will be thoroughly reviewed during your consultation. Any concerns you have will be addressed before your surgery.

The word 'plastic' comes from the Greek word 'plasticos,' meaning to sculpt or shape. Plastic surgery is often misunderstood as purely cosmetic. However, plastic surgery also addresses functional issues, such as those resulting from trauma, cancer, or age-related changes that affect vision or breathing. It can also be used for cosmetic enhancement.

Whether a procedure is covered by insurance depends on your specific plan. Some procedures that are deemed medically necessary may be covered, while others may not. Our team will help you navigate your insurance coverage and discuss payment options if needed.

No, not all physicians who practice oculoplastic surgery are certified by the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS). Certification requires completing an ASOPRS fellowship, writing a thesis, and passing board exams. Be sure to verify your surgeon's credentials.

At the Morgenstern Center, we charge per session. During your consultation, our aesthetic nurse will discuss our approach to Botox therapy to ensure you achieve your desired results.