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Dr. Janet Blanchard, M.D.

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Janet Blanchard is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Mentor, OH. Dr. Blanchard specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
49 years Experience
Dr. Janet Blanchard, M.D.
  • Willoughby Hills, OH
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

When can I take a sunbath after neck plastic surgery?

Thank you for your inquiry! Sun after any type of cosmetic surgery is not recommended. We are trying to prevent harmful cosmetic rays from damage and loss of collagen. Just READ MORE
Thank you for your inquiry! Sun after any type of cosmetic surgery is not recommended. We are trying to prevent harmful cosmetic rays from damage and loss of collagen. Just be vigilant about protecting yourself..

Does neck plastic surgery leave a scar?

Hello, and thank you for your question. I’m not sure what kind of neck surgery you have, but usually plastic surgeons can conceal scars in an inconspicuous place. Whenever you READ MORE
Hello, and thank you for your question. I’m not sure what kind of neck surgery you have, but usually plastic surgeons can conceal scars in an inconspicuous place. Whenever you have surgery, there is always a scar, but usually they heal very well.

Is rhinoplasty surgery risky?

Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. There are always risks to any surgery; however, there are thousands of rhinoplasties performed every year without few complications.

Can eye bags return after blepharoplasty?

Hello: It is not an impossibility; however, it should take a long time for them to re-appear. If they are still visible in the same amount, there may not have been enough removed. READ MORE
Hello: It is not an impossibility; however, it should take a long time for them to re-appear. If they are still visible in the same amount, there may not have been enough removed.

How long does it take to heal from a blepharoplasty?

For the swelling and bruising I usually say at least 10 days to two weeks. Ice and elevation will help.

Why do my ears hurt after a facelift?

Hello: Sometimes patients do complain about their ears hurting and this is normal. Sometimes the ears become swollen and will resolve over time.

leaking saline implant cause bilateral pleural effusions

Not as yet ever seen a plural effusion secondary to a leaking implant. Usually, if you have saline implants and they deflate, they deflate all the way.

How long will my eyes feel tight after blepharoplasty?

I hope you are doing well. I am not sure you want the tight feeling just the look of being smoother .

What should I avoid after nose plastic surgery?

I think the best advice that I can give is listen to your operating surgeon. Everyone has a slightly different way of treating and having restrictions after rhinoplasty.

Does Retinol help with acne scars?

Retinol exfoliates the skin gradually . It may help soften them very gradually .

How long is a neck lift surgery?

There are various types of facelifts, some of which take a long time and some a very short period of time. Therefore, is difficult to answer the question because I don’t know what READ MORE
There are various types of facelifts, some of which take a long time and some a very short period of time.
Therefore, is difficult to answer the question because I don’t know what type you’re having and perhaps you can ask your physician.

Do plastic surgery scars go away?

Any type of any scar irrespective of where it is takes time to mature and heal. Unfortunately, a scar is always a scar, and it will depend on how you heal where it is, and many READ MORE
Any type of any scar irrespective of where it is takes time to mature and heal. Unfortunately, a scar is always a scar, and it will depend on how you heal where it is, and many other factors which can contribute to it. This is a very difficult Question to answer. Sometimes you can hide them so you can’t see them, but a scar will always be a scar and never the type of tissue that it was prior.

How do you sleep after otoplasty?

Unfortunately, the only place you can comfortably sleep is on your back. Having an auto plasty is well worth it. If you get some type of ring, you might be able to sleep on your READ MORE
Unfortunately, the only place you can comfortably sleep is on your back. Having an auto plasty is well worth it. If you get some type of ring, you might be able to sleep on your side so you could put the cup through the hole in the foam or cloth ring.

Can you drink alcohol after rhinoplasty?

I think after any surgery, alcohol should be avoided until you are healed. You can ask your operating physician when it would be appropriate.

How do you fix scars on your face from plastic surgery?

Thank you for your inquiry. It would be difficult to answer that question without an actual consultation because it depends on what type of scars, etc. Whenever you have surgery, READ MORE
Thank you for your inquiry. It would be difficult to answer that question without an actual consultation because it depends on what type of scars, etc.
Whenever you have surgery, there are always scars. It just depends on how long it’s been and how they look. Sorry for the ambiguity but it’s really difficult to evaluate.