Meeting your doctor marks beginning of a process. Because every individual has concerns regarding different features in their appearance, it is important to first synchronize your wishes and concerns and receive a fair and realistic expectation of the results that you will receive from treatment. A satisfied client is one who has their wishes echoed back in the doctor’s assessment. Dr. Dagan will ask you about your motivation to have the surgery, the areas that you would like to see improved, how long they have been bothersome and will then tailor a procedure or a combination of procedures to meet those challenges. It's important to remember that Dr. Dagan’s experience is vast and your consultation is a chance for you to learn the realistic expectation you will gain from a treatment.

Oftentimes, we have important events for which we want to “polish” ourselves not only with stylish clothing, shoes and styling of our hair. Weddings, reunions, religious events, parties and other special occasions motivate us to try to look our best. It is possible to do so in a relatively short time before the event, so even if you have left this step for last, it may not be too late. Try Botox or an injectable if your event is coming up in a matter of days, but if you have a bit of time and would like to change things more dramatically then your options are much more numerous.

The Manhattan lift is an office procedure that is performed under local anesthesia that provides long term results but reduces the risks associated with conventional facelift surgery. It involves a quicker recovery, less bruising and swelling and the results are apparent immediately after the procedure. A loose or saggy jawline will become a sharply defined lower jaw, laxities, and wrinkly-looking neck skin will tighten and creases and folds between the nose and mouth (the nasolabial folds) will break and soften. All this may be done one month prior to your event.

Rhinoplasty surgery to correct a hump or a twisted crooked nose—as well as eyelid surgery—may also be performed one month prior to an event.

Implants to the chin and cheek may be placed as close as two weeks before an event.

Laser procedures vary in their effect. Laser tightening and resurfacing may be done one-to-two months prior to the event depending on the need for one or several treatments. Laser hair removal should normally be planned six months in advance. So, if you would like smooth bridal legs or a gym-slick back for the groom on your wedding day, you may want to plan six-to-eight months in advance. Our exclusive all-encompassing anti-aging laser treatments combine laser tightening, rejuvenation and removal of aging spots that should be done three-to-four months before an event.

At Dagan Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center, we offer a variety of options and financing plans that make it more comfortable and flexible to receive treatment. Dr. Dagan accepts all major credit cards and offers two of the best financial services to help cover the cost of your desired procedure. No interest financing, no upfront costs, no pre-payment penalties and no annual fees. Our financing services are designed specifically for your health and beauty needs including Botox, skin treatments, laser hair removal, liposuction, rhinoplasty, and more.

For more information you may visit Carecredit or apply for our special in house financing.

Some surgical procedures may require recovery time of a few days to a week off from work. Occasionally, you may wish to have some extra time off to relax and recover from your procedure. In those cases, Dr. Dagan will ensure to provide a physician letter to your employer that will maintain the confidentiality of your treatment and your privacy. Physician letters do not disclose the type of procedure you had in accordance with the Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the common rule law of Privacy and Confidentiality.

So, the letter to your employer will not contain any information regarding your procedure or treatment.

Many treatments can be done the same day or week as your consultation. Our surgery schedule is flexible and you will find short waiting periods for most of our procedures.

The most important thing to keep in mind when you come in for a consultation is what really bothers you. It is not important to be completely updated on the latest treatments available or which product is best. If you have a clear sense of what bothers you, it will make it easier to make your wishes come true. A complete and comprehensive analysis will follow general questions about your wishes and desires to better come up with options that make the most sense for you.

Unfortunately, in most cases, insurance won't cover a facelift procedure as it's considered cosmetic surgery. Understandably, this may be concerning for some people, but Dr. Tal Dagan is cognizant of these budgetary concerns and does his best to work with each patient's financial capabilities.

Not only is he known for the highest-quality facelift New York City has to offer, but he takes a cost-effective approach, so the procedure is widely available to a broad demographic. The total cost of a facelift can be relatively steep, which is why Dr. Tal Dagan advises his patients to consider the CareCredit program they have available. This way, patients can work out a payment plan that leads them to their surgery sooner while being able to handle payments over time.