To best prepare you, here iis some important information that Dr. Yates would ask that you review after your consultation Recovery RECOVERY INFORMATION Anesthesia We typically use Total IV Anesthesia. It is physiologically similar to a nap. To learn more about it watch this video Scheduling We are typically scheduling 2-3 months… Read More »
Temporary Procedural Modifications Updated 5/6/2020 SURGICAL PATIENTS PRIOR TO SURGERY Please quarantine for at least a week prior to surgery. Preferably caretaker as well. Preoperative COVID testing will be done 5-7 days prior to surgery DAY OF SURGERY We ask to have all patients arrive alone, to reduce the numbers of people in the… Read More »
Updated 3/26/2020 The safety of our patients and staff is always our first priority; our office is currently closed to most in-person visits. We will be re-opening as soon as there is clarity of the situation and it is safe to do son. Currently, we are taking it on a week-by-week basis and targeting May. … Read More »
If you are considering undergoing breast enhancement surgery, you have a few decisions to make: saline or silicone? B cup or D cup? As one of the most crucial decisions that you and Dr. York Yates can make together, deciding what size of implant is ideal for your body size and type will help you… Read More »
Yesterday the FDA released an update on the link between ALCL, a rare cancer of the immune system, and breast implants. I have received several emails, calls and concerns from patients who have breast implants asking for my opinion on this which I am always happy to provide What is ALCL? ALCL, breast implant associated anaplastic… Read More »
Plastic surgery is more popular in Utah than many would think. In fact Salt Lake City has often been ranked among the most popular cities for plastic surgery per capita. A national network is looking into creating a series about this and it looks like it very well may happen. Stay tuned.
Here Comes the Groom (Without the Man Boobs) While brides usually get caught up worrying about their looks before their wedding, grooms have their fair share of pre-wedding appearance blues. We’re not talking about makeup or washboard abs; men afflicted with oversized breasts would settle for addressing this single condition. Knowing Gynecomastia Gynecomastia, a medical… Read More »
Dr. Yates is a true artist of re-sculpting a woman’s body. I could not be happier with my results! His staff was also very helpful with any questions that i had prior to my surgery and after.
I had gastric bypass in December 2002, after loosing over 100 lbs I decided it was time to get the overhanging skin removed. I was referred by friends to several plastic surgeons and went to consultations with them all. Most of the doctors tried telling me that I needed more than a tummy tuck, they wanted to do liposuction and a breast lift and augmentation and several other things that I thought were unnecessary, and couldn’t afford to do.
In most surgical procedures, surgical scar is a real thing and oftentimes a necessary tradeoff to achieving your desired aesthetic condition. But due to advances in medical technology and healing science, you now have substantial options to lessen, if not completely do away with, scars after the operation. Thus, a truly great plastic surgeon should… Read More »
