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James M. Clayton,
MD, FACS

280 W. River Park Drive
Suite 240
Provo, Utah 84604

Procedures

Plastic surgery encompasses both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape normal structures of the body in order to improve the patient's appearance and self-esteem. Cosmetic surgery is usually not covered by health insurance because it is elective.

Reconstructive surgery is performed on abnormal structures of the body, caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors or disease. It is generally performed to improve functions, but may also be done to approximate a normal appearance. Reconstructive surgery is generally covered by most health insurance policies, although coverage for specific procedures and levels of coverage may vary greatly.

There are a number of "gray areas" in coverage for plastic surgery that sometimes require special consideration by an insurance carrier. These areas usually involve surgical operations, which may be reconstructive or cosmetic, depending on each patient's situation. For example, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) - a procedure normally performed to achieve cosmetic improvement - may be covered if the eyelids are drooping severely and obscuring a patient's vision.

Most of the procedures listed here are performed in an out-patient surgical center. This provides our patients with a safe, comfortable, and private environment for their surgery.

The type of anesthesia, whether it is general anesthesia, "twilight" anesthesia, or local anesthesia will be discussed during your consultation.

We offer an excellent financing program in addition to accepting most major credit and debit cards.


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