If you are reading this review, chances are, that you are interested in some form of cosmetic surgery. I have been considering a face lift for a few years now, and always had questions on my mind. Like, what surgical procedures would I require? How is the surgery performed? How safe is it? What are the post op expectations? And how much is it going to cost me?
I finally mustered the courage to take that big step and schedule a consultation appointment. If I don't start sometime and somewhere, I'll always be wondering. After careful research online, I narrowed my best options to "The Plastic Surgery Center of Sacramento". In the past I had been a long time patient of the Medical Spa within the same facility. I felt like this would be a reputable and reliable place to go.
I was scheduled to see Dr. Goggin. I noticed that he has top rated reviews, experience and credentials. Needless to say, I looked forward to seeing him no matter how nervous I was getting! I filled out several pages of new patient paperwork that you access online and bring with you to the appointment. The consultation fee is $100.00 that you pay in advance at the time of scheduling. If you decide to have your procedure performed, the fee is included with your completed surgery costs as long as it is done within the next 3 months.
When arriving at the medical building, you will notice that parking is directly across the street. Upon entering the glass doors, I was greeted by friendly staff and made comfortable. The interior is very nice and well maintained. I enjoyed seeing the lovely and relaxing Koi pond that is viewable through the glass of the reception area. There was very little waiting time before I was escorted to an exam room.
Dr Goggin was very professional and polite through my whole appointment. I didn't feel rushed as he asked what my concerns were about my aging issues. He explained in detail what each of my face and neck complaints entailed from where sutures & staples would be placed, drain placement, post op down time and the slight chances of other medical problems that could arise afterward. He took notes, made some measurements and even took several "before" photos. When our session was over, I then went to another office where the dreaded estimates were quoted, the signing of paperwork, and financing options to look into. I also needed to get blood work and an EKG done prior to scheduling surgery. I started feeling overwhelmed. It was a lot for me to take in, but they never pressured me into making a decision and I was not made to feel obligated.
After getting through the initial shock of how much it was all going to cost me, I felt like I needed to take step back for now, accept reality and the fact that I'm getting old, and start playing the lottery........ read more