Back Bay Plastic Surgery

38 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116

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State of the art Cosmetic Surgery in Boston's Back Bay

Business Description

Founded by an experienced Harvard-trained board certified plastic surgeon, Back Bay Plastic Surgery is an acclaimed cosmetic surgery practice with a dedication to customer service. Our practice is distinguished by the highest quality personal service from our doctors and skilled technicians, commitment to safety and patient confidentiality, and superior surgical results that encompass the entire body. Back Bay Plastic Surgery offers the entire range of procedures from minimally-invasive enhancements to comprehensive cosmetic surgery for men and women.

Business Licensing Information

Type

Licensed in Massachusetts, #56436

Policy Number

56436

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy?
Our Mission: provide state of the art cosmetic surgery and exceed customer expectations. We are one of the premier cosmetic surgery practices in Boston, offering the finest training, expertise and experience. If you have a procedure with Dr Del Vecchio and are not entirely satisfied, and it is a reasonable concern, every effort will be made to improve the result at no additional surgeon's fee
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. HE trained in general surgery and in plsatic surgery at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
What makes a good candidate for cosmetic procedures?
A patient who is well educated as to cosmetic surgery and has reasonable expectations usually has the best experience with cosmetic surgery.
How safe are cosmetic procedures?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What are the risks involved with aesthetic/cosmetic surgery?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long do most procedures typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for breast augmentation and small liposuctions, to 2-4 hours for larger combination cases like abdominoplasty and breast lift. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
Where will the surgery be performed?
All surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Massachusetts General Hospital, Massachusetts Eye and Ear ospital, North Shore Medical Center, and Quincy Medical Center
What kind of anesthesia will be used? How long will the anesthesia take to wear off?
Surgery is performed under general or local/sedation anesthesis depending on the nature and extent of surgery. Often, patients can choos which anesthesis they prefer.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications by carefully screening all patients for underlying medical issues and by carefully selecting patients as candidates.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
this depends on the nature and extent of surgery but ingeneral people take a week out of work for most cosmetic surgical procedures.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
A good candidate for eyelid surgery has excess skin or fat in the upper eyelid, or has excess skin or fat or muscle laxity in the lower eyelid, and is in good health and does not have symptoms of irritated or dry eyes.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for upper eyelids only, to one hour for upper and lower eyelids. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Eyelid surgery takes 2-3 weeks in most cases for near complete recovery. Sutures are removed at 5-7 days and most patients can return to work after this time with little or no evidence of surgery, using either sunglasses or makeup.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
Dr Del Vecchio has been in practice 18 years and has an extremely low complication rate. However,complications do occurr from time to time and in the unlikely event this occurs, Dr Del vecchio will use his expertise and experience to care for you throughout your recovery.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
Yes we offer several financing options that will allow you to pay for your surgery in installments.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take a week or les out of work for eyelid surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for body contouring are in good general health and have localized body fat, and have good skin tone so the skin will tighten on its own after fat is removed. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery and are at a stable weight.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for small liposuctions, to 2-3 hours for larger combination cases like abdominoplasty and liposuction. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from body contouring surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following body contouring surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for breast surgery are in good general health and have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with breast surgery.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for breast augmentation , to 2 hours for larger combination cases like breast augmentation and breast lift. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following breast surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients are good candidates for the buttock implant procedure if they have small buttocks and do not have excessive fat in other locations that would allow fat grafting to be done in this area. see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpOPho-XdoY
Do you offer a free consultation?
The consultation fee is 100 dollars and is applied to your surgery. Therefore, if you have the surgery the consultation fee becomes essentially free
How long does this procedure typically take?
Buttock augmentation takes approximately one hour. See: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpOPho-XdoY
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Recovery from the buttock augmentation can take 2-3 months because of prolonged pain. It is NOT a 7-10 day recovery like many other cosmetic procedures. See: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpOPho-XdoY
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is experienced in buttock augmentation and is Board Certified by the american Board of Plastic Surgery.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following buttock augmentation surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates forcheek implants are in good general health and desire more projection in the cheek area. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes to 45 minutes for the insertion of cheek implants. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following cheek augmentation surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for chin implant/augmentation are in good general health and desire more anterior projection to the chin. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes to 45 minutes for the insertion of a chin implant. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following chin implant surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for face lift are in good general health and have excess skin laxity and jowling in the face and neck region. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 1.5 hours for a mini-facelift, to 2-4 hours for larger combination cases like full facelift and forehead lift. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Medical School. He trained in general surgery and in plastic surgery at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He then did a fellowship in cosmetic facial plastic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. His training is unsurpassed.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take two weeks out of work on average following face lift surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for lip augmentation are in good general health and have deficient volume in the upper and/or lower lip area. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with lip augmentation surgery.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for small fat grafting to the lip, to 1 hour for enhancement using injectable dermis. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation. See www.backbayplasticsurgery.com for injectable dermis grafting to the lip.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is highly experienced in lip enhancement and is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr Del Vecchio has invented surgical instruments which are patented and has invented procedures for lip augmentation tht are being presented at national meetings in plastic surgery.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one to three days of work on average following lip enhancement surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. In lip augmentation, one specific risk is that the volume may not last over time. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choict
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for body contouring are in good general health and have localized body fat, and have good skin tone so the skin will tighten on its own after fat is removed. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery and are at a stable weight.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for small liposuctions around the knees, for eample, to 2-3 hours for larger combination cases like abdominoplasty and flank liposuction. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is highly experienced in liposuction, and lectures on this topic at national meetings. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following liposuction surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is highly experienced in otoplasty, having performed hundreds of otoplasty procedures. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
What makes you different from other otoplasty specialists?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed hundreds of ear cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for rhinoplasty are in good general health and have specific concerns about theor nasal shape and can articulate them clearly. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from 30 minutes for one-sided otoplasty, to one hour for both ears. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery. In rhinoplasty, 12-18 months is needed for the final swelling to subside in some cases.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is highly experienced in rhinoplasty, having performed hundreds of rhinoplasty procedures. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. see: www.backbayplasticsurgery.com for before and after photos.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following otoplasty (ear pinning)surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for skin rejuvenation are in good general health and have little or no issues related to excess skin laxity or jowling in the face and reck. Rather, they have fine wrinkling or age spots on the skin. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with facial rejuvenation with Laser.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Fraxel Laser usually takes 20 minutes to perform as an "in office" procedure. Because topical anesthesia is used in the office, this requires 45 minutes of additional time for the anesthesis to take effect.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Recovery from Fraxel Laser skin rejuvenation takes 7-10 day,s, although you are red for only 24 hours in most cases and can return to work the next day.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is highly experienced in Fraxel Laser and in Cosmetic Dermatology, having performed hundreds of laser and skin peel procedures. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take NO TIME out of work on average following skin rejuvenation with Fraxel Laser treatment.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Fraxel Laser skin rejuvenation is performed personally by Dr Del vecchio in the office using topical anesthesia. Dr Del Vecchio personally performs all the treatments himself.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for abdominoplasty are in good general health and have localized body fat, and have good skin tone, and do not plan on having more children. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with surgery and are at a stable weight.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does this procedure typically take?
Procedure time varies from one hour for breast simple abdominoplasty, to 2-3 hours for larger combination cases like abdominoplasty and flank liposuction. Dr Del Vecchio can give you a more accurate estimate of time needed when you are seen in consultation.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from abdominoplasty procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
What are your qualifications? Are you board certified?
Dr Del Vecchio is highly experienced in abdominoplasty, having performed hundreds of abdominoplasty procedures. Dr Del Vecchio has lectured nationally and internationally on abdominoplasty at plastic surgery meetings. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
How long can I expect to be out of work?
Most patients take one week out of work on average following abdominoplasty surgery.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.
What makes a good candidate for this procedure?
Patients who are good candidates for cellulite treatment are in good general health and have localized body fat, and have good skin tone. They also have realistic expectations about what can be achieved with cellulite treatment and are at a stable weight.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Our $100 consultation fee is applied to the surgery fee, so if you proceed with surgery the consultation becomes essentially free.
How long does it typically take to heal? Will there be any visible scares or bruises?
Generally, recovery from cosmetic surgery procedures follows the “rule of 2-3”: It takes 2-3 days for the pain to subside, followed by 2-3 weeks for most of the swelling and bruising to subside, and then 2-3 months for the full recovery.
How do you make sure there are no complications? What if there are complications?
We minimize complications with Judgment, Experience, and Safety: 1) Judgment - by selecting patients who are good candidates for surgery; 2) Experience – Dr Del Vecchio has been performing private practice plastic surgery since 1992 and has an extremely low complication rate and; 3) Safety- surgery is performed in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We offer financing through several sources that best fit your needs. At the time of your consultation our staff will be able to assist you with financing options and walk you through the process.
Please describe the entire process, including pre and post surgery.
At your initial consultation, your specific case will be evaluated to see that surgery is a wise choice for you. Once you elect to move forward with surgery, a date is booked, and a "preop" visit is scheduled so you can meet with Dr Del Vecchio again and review all the details. All visits after surgery are included in the surgery fee.
What are the risks involved with this procedure?
The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile. The main risks are bleeding, infection, and reactions to medications. Dr Del Vecchio will review the risks in detail with you in preparation for your surgery so you can make an informed choice.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio take place in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Dr Del Vecchio is on staff at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital, and you have a choice of hospitals, including Harvard's Mass Eye and Ear, North Shore Medical Center, or Quincy Medical Center.
How safe is this procedure?
The risk of a serious complication during or after cosmetic surgery is very low. Procedures performed by Dr Del Vecchio are done so in the safety of a hospital under the care of a Board Certified anesthesiologist. The risks you take with surgery are similar to the risks you take every day when riding in or driving an automobile.
What makes you different from other cosmetic surgeons?
Dr Del Vecchio listens to your concerns and finds a solution that fits your needs. He combines compassion with the best training and experience. He trained at Harvard, Yale, and at Mass General Hospital. He has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures. He lectures nationally and teaches at Harvard's Mass General Hospital. But most importantly, Dr Del Vecchio will listen and care for you.

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