"The fact that we don't participate in that market right
now-I'm not sure that's reflective of any particular deliberation or decision," he says. "That's just not where the
science has taken us."
Before electing to have a cosmetic procedure
Discuss it with a physician who can refer you to a specialist in the fields of dermatology and aesthetic plastic
surgery.
Begin with a consultation to find the right doctor, and select one who is qualified to do the procedure you
want.
Make sure the doctor you choose is certified by an appropriate medical board.
Have realistic expectations about the benefits you want to achieve.
Compare fees--insurance does not usually cover elective procedures.
Saving Face
According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), nearly 7 million Americans underwent
surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures in 2002. Laura Bradbard was one of them.
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