FAQs on Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery

Q- How long does it take to recover from Reconstructive surgery?

Ans- Most reconstructive surgery procedures require one to two weeks for healing.

However, recovery time also depends on the patient and specific reconstructive surgery performed.

Some patients are able to return to a normal routine immediately after a reconstructive surgery 

procedure, while others require several weeks to retain a normal level of functioning.

Q- Does Reconstructive surgery leave any visible scarring?

Ans- When reconstructive surgery requires incisions, scarring is an inevitable side effect of the

procedure. 

Q- Is Reconstructive surgery covered by insurance?

Ans- Usually, reconstructive surgery is covered by insurance if not fully, then partially.

However, where the purpose of the procedure is both cosmetic and reconstructive, 

for example in the case of breast reconstruction following cancer treatment.