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Dr. Gerald D. Garcia

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Gerald D. Garcia is a top Plastic Surgeon in Erie, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Gerald D. Garcia is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Gerald D. Garcia is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Gerald D. Garcia is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Erie, Pennsylvania, Dr. Gerald D. Garcia is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dr. Gerald D. Garcia
  • Erie, Pennsylvania
  • Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
  • Accepting new patients

Will a rhinoplasty change the way I breathe through my nose?

Oftentimes this requires surgery on the septal cartilage which separates the nostrils. Other aspects of a rhinoplasty can also improve your breathing.

How long is a recovery from a breast augmentation?

Generally speaking, you should be completely recovered and released to return to normal activities within a week.

Can a teenager get a nose job?

I don’t believe that at age 16 she could give adequate informed consent for this surgery and would require the approval of her parents. Even if it was possible, in my opinion, READ MORE
I don’t believe that at age 16 she could give adequate informed consent for this surgery and would require the approval of her parents. Even if it was possible, in my opinion, no reputable plastic surgeon would perform this type of surgery on a patient of her age without parental consent.

Does a rhinoplasty have a long recovery time?

It depends on many factors - the skill of the surgeon, the areas of the nose that are being corrected, and the technique(s) used.

Is plastic surgery on the lips painful?

It depends on a number of factors, most notably is the size and location of the scar and how extensive of a procedure is being proposed. Typically, this is an area that can be READ MORE
It depends on a number of factors, most notably is the size and location of the scar and how extensive of a procedure is being proposed.
Typically, this is an area that can be quite sensitive because of the number of sensory nerves to the lips.

What are the risks of having a second breast augmentation to fix the first?

There are a number of issues to consider - the first of which is, what exactly do you mean by “botched?” I would want to know the type/style of implants you had placed, whether READ MORE
There are a number of issues to consider - the first of which is, what exactly do you mean by “botched?” I would want to know the type/style of implants you had placed, whether they are above or below the pectorals muscle, and through what type of incision were they placed. Are you an athletic woman, have you ever been pregnant, do you have any excess skin? These are all things any good surgeon would need to take into account. Having said that, the good news is that additional surgery can oftentimes be very effective in rectifying even very difficult problems.