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Will i be able get surgery to remove the inner thigh skin that has darkend from being overweight (friction) now that i have lost weight?

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Dear Jayshree, That depends upon the amount of skin involved and its quality. If just color needs to be removed, this can be done with a laser specific for removing color from the skin. If there is a large amount of excess skin, an inner thigh lift can be performed where the involved skin is actually removed. I would suggest that you consult with a cosmetic plastic surgeon in your area to determine which procedure is best for you.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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I am interested in researching the credentials and practice history of the surgeon I am considering to perform my Lasik Procedure. Please let me know of web sites and other resources available to research his credentials.

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Dear Pat, The following are good places to look: www.ascrs.org www.isrs.org www.aao.org www.locateadoc.com Also check with your state medical board to see if there are any significant actions against them. Also, see if other people have had surgery and are happy with the results. What better way to find a surgeon than that? David Cano, M.D. W. Paalm Beach, Fl Canovisio

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Are there teaching facilities that offer reduced cost plastic surgery?

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Dear Allison, Yes there are. There is a well known one in NY and also one in Dallas Texas. In these facilities, residents who have a great deal of surgical experience are training to perform cosmetic procedures. They are overseen to some extent by staff depending upon their experience and facility at performing a given procedure.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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what is the percentage of patients that have 20-20 vison or better after surgery 20-30, 20-40? How many surgery's do you perform per wk.? what days? Thanks, Tony

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Dear Tony, Thanks for the question. I think that you like to see my award winning website for more answers to these probing questions! Please feel free to browse or contact me directly. www.Canovision.com David Cano,

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I AM 41YEARS OLD AND PREPARING FOR LASIX SURGERY. I DEVELOPED KELOIDS ON MY EARS DURING MY TEEN YEARS AFTER PIERCING. SINCE I HAVE REPEIRCED MY EARS AND HAD NO PROBLEMS. I ALSO HAVE A KELOID ON ONE BREAST FROM SURGERY 20 years ago BUT NO scarring ON THE OTHER BREAST after having the same urgery 10 years later. ARE KELOIDS A RISK WITH LASIK?

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Dear Patricia, More and more report now seem to show that keloids are less important in LASIK surgery than originally thought. They were thought to play a larger role in scar formation in earlier PRK excimer surgery. I think with your decreased formation of keloids in the recent past that you are safer to have the sugery done at this point. David Cano, M.D. W. Palm Bceach, FL canovi

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I am wondering if there are any surgeons out the that would perform surgery to remove breast implants that have caused great medical conditions, to the point of my going on Social Security Disability. I would sell my soul the have them removed but am unable to pay for the procedure. So, I am looking for a surgeon that would consider doing this as an act of humanity for a desperate woman? Does anyone out there know of such a person/surgeon/doctor? This is a critical situation. Can someone help me?

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Dear Shauna, Many of us do and perform charity cases on a regular basis. Since your decision to have breast implants in the first place was a cosmetic decision very few if any would remove them free of charge - especially since there has been no study to show a relationship between breast implants and disease. I would suggest that you visit with the surgeon that placed them and see if he/she would do the procedure for a minimal fee.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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I need surgery on my Penis to straighten it out and how much will it cost

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Dear Charles, Penile straightening is performed by urologists and urologic plastic surgeons. What is done is essentially removal of the scar that is causing the crooked posture followed by allowing it to heal with minimal repeat scarring. The cost will be determined by your surgeon based on the extent of the procedure.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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I've lost over 100 lbs. and have the problems of sagging skin. The area I am most concerned in is my upper arms and the "batwings" that I desperately want to have removed. I had consulted with a plastic surgeon a few years ago, and at the time, that procedure (I believe called an arm lift) cost $3,600. Could you give me a rough estimate of the cost of that surgery now?

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Dear Donna, Not much has changed with that particular procedure. The biggest downfall is the scar along the length of the inner upper arm. The price, also has changed little. I charge $4000 for the procedure inclusive of anesthesia charges and all pre and postoperative visits.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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Are some people more susceptible to Myopia than others? And if so why?

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Dear Emma, Myopia or nearsightedness can occur for many reasons. It can be related to genetics, developmental problems, large eyes, and some studies now indicate that they may be related to focusing on near objects for prolonged periods of time and even nightlights during infancy. Nothing is clear about the reasons people become myopic, but the good news is that we have a cure for more of them with either lenses or surgery. Also, one study in Isreal indicated that people that were myopic had higher I.Q.'s! David Cano, M.D. West Plam Beach C

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I recently had laparascopic surgery because of a small cyst in my ovary. My doctor was planning to remove the ovary. Instead he tells me that I have 4th-stage endometriosis and that it was best to leave the ovary as is. I have already been tested for cancer; all removed tissues are benign, negative and my CA125 is 6. I am 49. My doctor believes that when I reach menopause in a year, or two or three, that this will alleviate the endometriosis and also the ovarian cyst. I currently have no cramping, no pain...much to my doctor's surprise. My periods are irregular, which is not surprising considering my age. I have had heavy bleeding since age 41. I may have a heavy period...extremely heavy...once or twice a year; otherwise only minimal spotting periodically. I would like a second opinion. I want to understand my condition better, especially why I am not in pain with this condition. Does it make sense to just let it go and see if menopause is the cure?

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Without being there at the surgery it is hard to second guess what was done. I would have probably recommended a hysterectomy with removal of both ovaries at this point if you were having symptoms. Without symptoms. expectant management (waiting) is appropriate/

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I recently read a article on a new system to enlarge your breats without surgery called the Bravo system I live in Maine and was wondering about finding out more about it and if there are any doctors that practice in it.

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Dear Cristie, This has been an attractive means of breast augmentation for centuries. It has never worked until this time and I doubt that many people will have much success with the system now. I do not know any reputable physicians who are promoting the product but I would suggest that you contact some local plastic surgeons who may know someone in your area who may be promoting the product.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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hi sir! i am concerned about the dense black and kind of hard hairs on my arms and legs,is there any surgery 4 the complete removal of hairs?and how much will it cost, i am 17.6 yrs/m/nc.waiting for reply. khurram

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Dear Khurram, There is good news for your. Laser hair removal is able to reduce the number of hairs in the areas that you mention rather readily and with very few side-effects. Large areas can be treated and, although most people find that 3 or 4 treatments are necessary, the hair is permanently removed. I would suggest that you visit with a laser specialist in your area to discuss the procedure further.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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