Elective aesthetic surgery patients are very likely to use dietary and herbal supplements—often without telling their surgeon. That matters because certain products can increase bleeding, change anesthesia effects, cause photosensitivity, or delay wound healing. When it comes to safety, knowing which homeopathic & herbal medications to stop before surgery is crucial. This guide explains what to stop, when to stop …
Anesthesia Options for Plastic Surgery
At Thomassen Plastic Surgery, patient comfort and safety are at the heart of every procedure. Over the past two decades, there’s been a growing demand for in-office aesthetic and reconstructive procedures—allowing patients to achieve transformative results without the need for general anesthesia or hospital admission.With modern anesthesia techniques and advanced monitoring, many cosmetic surgeries—such as eyelid surgery, facelifts, fat grafting, …
Why Choose Thomassen Plastic Surgery in Fort Lauderdale
You want to choose a plastic surgeon who can help you achieve your desired goals. You need a surgeon that listens to you and understands your goals and concerns. They must have the competence to lead you through a successful pathway to these goals. Dr. Thomassen is not only highly qualified, but also provides the following to ensure your complete …
Chrysalis Surgery Center Fort Lauderdale
Chrysalis Surgery Center is our accredited surgery facility in downtown Fort Lauderdale. It is located in our office at 2800 East Commercial Blvd, Suite 103, Fort Lauderdale, FL. It is accredited by the Florida Board of Medicine and is a dedicated cosmetic surgery center. Here are some benefits of doing surgery at our outpatient surgery center: Convenience Surgery at the …
Plastic Surgeon Fort Lauderdale
Thomassen Plastic Surgery Committed to excellence in plastic surgery in the heart of Fort Lauderdale Dr. John Michael Thomassen is a board certified plastic surgeon in Fort Lauderdale. He specializes in Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery including rhinoplasty, facelifts, cosmetic breast surgery and body contouring. Due to his excellent training, years of experience, and dedication to his specialty, Dr. Thomassen …
Anxiety Post Surgery: Quicken Your Recovery after Surgery
The surgery will take just a short period of time. Your transformation will take much longer We’ve all suffered at least once from buyer’s remorse. It’s the overwhelming feeling we’ve made a mistake. This feeling is often associated with an expensive purchase—or one that has far-reaching consequences. This can happen after cosmetic surgery and it is termed anxiety post surgery. …
The Best Scar Care After your Cosmetic Surgery Procedure
How nutrition, healthy living and consultation can make a difference Like all parts of your body, an area where you’ve had a cosmetic procedure requires attentive and prolonged care. Here we describe Dr. Thomassen’s recommended scar care after surgery. We also discuss lifestyle changes to make your results last. Immediate Scar Treatment – 1st Week In the immediate postoperative period, …
7 Tips for Faster Plastic Surgery Recovery Time
Average recovery periods can be improved with proper preparation and aftercare Cosmetic surgery can help ensure you look your best, giving you a more youthful-looking appearance, an enhanced figure, or fixing perceived imperfections. However, it’s important to remember that the healing process is an essential part of the journey to a better you. There are things you can do to …
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale
Dr. John Michael Thomassen is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale. He has served the South Florida community for close to 20 years. He focuses his practice on cosmetic plastic surgery of the face, breast, and body. Additionally, he also specializes in reconstructive plastic surgery of the breast. Dr. Thomassen honed his analytic skills as a Mechanical Engineering …