It depends on the surgeon and the facility where you plan to do you procedure. The most important step to start with is to do your homework and search for a trust worthy plastic surgeon in your area. I advise you to look at the ASAPS website and use the find a surgeon tab in order to at least make sure that the person you are contacting knows what he is doing and is well trained to do it. Then you will have to decide about the size you would like to become and here it is very important not to fall in the game of numbers because what suits your body does not necessarily suits other bodies. The best way to do this is during the consultation with the surgeon is to be able to come up with clear idea of how would you look like and how much weight you would feel on your shoulders after the procedure. Also make sure that you ask your surgeon all the questions and sometimes it's helpful to come for another visit before the final decision to make sure of the size and to make sure that all your concerns are answered. Best of luck, Shady Hayek, M.D. Beirut, Lebanon

There are 2 types of Rhinoplasty: the open and the closed tip. It seems that most surgeons you have seen have recommended to use the open tip procedure where thy cut the columella (the skin separating the 2 nostrils). In my practice I use them both depending on the case. In other words when there is a lot of work to be done on the tip cartillages, the open tip gives a more accurate approach and hence a potentially better result. When work needs to be done only on the dorsum, a closed tip will do the job and avoid any external incisions. Despite that, the columellar incision should not show when done in a good way. Please consult with an ASAPS member to choose the best approach for your case. Best, Shady Hayek, M.D. Beirut, Lebanon

Dear Maggie, For sure age is not a criterion to have breast augmentation or not. However, the right question to ask is whether you will need a lifting procedure with the augmentation or will the augmentation alone give you a decent youthful look? to answer this you will need to consult with an ASAPS member experienced in breast surgery. Best of luck. Shady Hayek, M.D. Beirut, Lebanon