Initial Consultation
Experienced Dedicated Team of Professionals
Virginia Facial Surgery offers the full spectrum of reconstructive and age-defying facial cosmetic procedures under the care of Dr. David Mueller. Dr. Mueller focuses exclusively on aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. His extensive experience and training in Maxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgery give him unique, in-depth knowledge of the face and its underlying structures.
From the emotional challenges of facial reconstruction to the intimate decision of elective cosmetic surgery, Dr. Mueller and his staff are dedicated to caring for all of your facial needs. Dr. Mueller understands that everyone wants to look and feel confident and beautiful at every stage of their life. After listening to your concerns, he can help you achieve your aesthetic goals using proven surgical and non-surgical methods. Dr. Mueller is a professional and caring cosmetic plastic surgeon.
When choosing the right cosmetic plastic surgeon for your facial surgery, trust and expertise are everything. We provide honest, insightful advice about which procedures will be most beneficial for you, to empower you to make informed decisions about your facial health. Our approach to the face – including anti-aging skincare, wellness, and the most advanced facial cosmetic procedures – provides results that allow our patients’ beauty to shine, without appearing “done” or artificial. By customizing each procedure for each patient, Hampton Roads and Virginia Beach specialist Dr. Mueller can achieve natural, beautiful results that enhance the ageless beauty of his patients.
Our goal at Virginia Facial Surgery is to provide for your total comfort and maximized satisfaction. Whatever your specific interests may be, you can expect genuine and personalized care to optimize your experience. We look forward to personally meeting you and answering your questions about facial plastic surgery. It would be our pleasure to take care of you.
Meeting the Team
Time with Dr. Mueller
We address your concerns.
The consultation appointment is perhaps the most important time spent between the doctor, staff and patient. It is paramount that patients feel relaxed and be prepared to talk and listen. Some patients are nervous when it comes to talking to someone about their cosmetic concerns. Please feel free to bring a spouse or friend along. It is always good to discuss the treatment at some point with a care-giver or support person.
We will address your concerns, and at the same time, Dr. Mueller will fully evaluate your facial features. He will then discuss the comprehensive changes of aging and the available options to improve and enhance your look. We will discuss your health history and how it relates to safe surgery and anesthesia. Please be prepared to discuss your medical history and have a list of all the medications that you are taking. This includes all supplements and over the counter medications. It is also important to know if you smoke and how much.
About Dr. Mueller
Exploring Your Options
Your satisfaction is our goal.
Often, patients ask, “What do I need?” Dr. Mueller’s response is always, “You don’t need anything. What do you want?” Dr. Mueller always reminds patients that facial cosmetic surgery is a want or desire to look better. There are always multiple options for rejuvenation and he will discuss various treatment options. We encourage you to take notes since we will be discussing many things. We will provide you with a list of procedures we discussed as well as their costs. We want all of our patients to feel satisfied with their cosmetic plastic surgery results.
Virginia Facial Surgery Procedures
Fees & Elective Procedures
Fees
We prefer not to quote fees.
Although a range of surgeon’s fees and costs can be approximated, the ultimate, definitive number cannot be quoted until you have met with Dr. Mueller and the appropriate procedure(s) has been determined. Therefore, fees are not quoted over the telephone for facial cosmetic surgery procedures. The cost of your initial consultation with Dr. Mueller is $250 and this fee will be put towards the cost of your procedure, should you elect to do so. We encourage potential patients to visit Virginia Facial Surgery and meet with Dr. Mueller without any obligation whatsoever. It is important that you feel at ease and satisfied with the way you are treated. The initial contact is frequently an indication of how you will be treated after surgery. So, come and spend some time with us.
For Elective Procedures
Deposit
During your initial consultation, you will receive an estimate that will detail the surgeon’s fees and any additional costs, such as anesthesia if applicable, for your desired procedure. Upon scheduling a specific date for your surgery, a $500 deposit is required which will go towards the total for your procedure. There are some cancellation restrictions that will be discussed with you at the time of scheduling.
Payment Policy
The balance of the surgical fee is due two weeks prior to the date of your surgery. At this time you will be asked to sign a number of disclosure and informative documents pertaining to your procedure. Please note that the fee due for the anesthesiologist is paid directly to that specific group.
In addition to cash, checks and credit card (visa and mastercard), we are pleased to offer CareCredit, a popular, easy to qualify for and convenient payment plan especially for cosmetic surgery and dental implant reconstruction.
Surgery Care Instructions
Thank you for trusting Virginia Facial Surgery with your journey towards transformation.
Opting for a procedure is a significant step, and we understand the importance of feeling confident and well-informed throughout the process. Dr. Mueller and our dedicated team are committed to ensuring your experience is marked by professionalism, care, and exceptional results.
To fully embrace the positive changes that come with these transformative procedures, we encourage you to focus on the recovery process with careful attention. Your well-being is our priority, and we are here to guide you before and after your procedure, providing the support and information you need for a successful and fulfilling journey. Welcome to a practice where compassionate care and results are our priorities.
Cosmetic Surgery
Care Instructions
Please click the link below associated with your specific procedure to learn more about the care instructions recommended before and after your procedure.
Cosmetic Surgery After Care Instructions
- Facelift >>
- Facelift II >>
- Brow Lift/Forehead Lift >>
- Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) >>
- Eyelid Surgery >>
- Chemical Peel After Care >>
- Facial Implants After Care >>
- Laser Skin Resurfacing >>
- Laser Pre/Post Operative Requirements >>
- Liposuction of Face & Neck >>
- Incision & Drainage >>
- Mole Removal Instructions >>
- Earlobe Repair >>
Before Cosmetic Surgery Care Instructions
- Cosmetic Surgery Preoperative Instructions >>
- Anesthesia >>
- Facelift / Neck Lift / Forehead Lift / Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) >>
- Laser Skin Resurfacing >>
- Liposuction >>
- Chemical Peels & Facial Peels >>
Oral Surgery
Care Instructions
Please click the link below associated with your specific procedure to learn more about the care instructions recommended before and after your procedure.
Oral Surgery After Care Instructions
- Dental Implants >>
- Dental Implants II >>
- TADS Placement After Care >>
- Removal of Multiple Teeth After Care >>
- Tooth Extraction After Care >>
- Wisdom Tooth Removal After Care >>
- Corrective Jaw Surgery After Care >>
- Sinus Lift After Care >>
- Socket Bone Graft After Care >>
- TMJ Arthroplasty (Open Joint) After Care >>
- TMJ Arthroscopy After Care >>
- Oral Biopsy >>
Before Oral Surgery Instructions
- Anesthesia >>
Nutritional Information
When nutrition is optimal, the body works as it should. Hormones are in balance, excess weight is kept in check, and the internal functions of the body are working like a well-oiled machine.
Proper diet and nutrition are important parts of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Eating the right foods ensures that your body is receiving all of the essential nutrients you need to keep your immune system as strong as possible to fight off diseases and infections. At Virginia Facial Surgery, we encourage a healthy lifestyle at all times, but it is especially important to take extra care with your diet and nutrition both before and after having any kind of surgical procedure.
Not only will maintaining optimum physical health help your body heal faster after surgery, but there are also certain foods, supplements, and drugs that should be avoided altogether to avoid any surgical complications or hinder the healing process.
Surgical Nutrition
The single most important nutrient is water. In general, the average adult should drink six to eight glasses of fluids per day. While this amount may be increased following surgery or due to illness, fever, etc., it is a good rule of thumb. Our total calorie needs may be estimated as 15 calories per pound of body weight per day. Protein needs may further increase following surgery as well, to promote healing. Following illness or surgical procedures, our nutrient needs are increased in order to facilitate healing. For facial cosmetic and oral surgery patients this need may be particularly challenging for several reasons. The presence of surgical incisions in or around the face, neck and mouth and postoperative swelling may make it more difficult to chew and swallow normally. Additionally, the type of surgical procedure may further necessitate a diet limited in consistency. These factors, in combination with the increased nutrient needs following surgery, mean it may be difficult to ensure that you are well nourished following your surgery.
Prior to & After Surgery
Here is a list of things to do in the weeks before and after surgery to ensure optimum physical health. These practices will help your body supply the proper nutrients to promote blood clotting, healing, and avoid inflammation or other complications:
- Avoid herbal supplements
- Do not take any aspirin for at least two weeks
- Do not eat or drink anything 8 hours prior to surgery
- Drink at least 64 oz. of water per day
- Eat small, frequent meals about every 3-5 hours
- Do not skip meals
- Be sure each meal contains low amounts of fat, salt, and sugar
- Do not eat more protein than would fit in the palm of your hand
- ALWAYS consult your physician with any questions or areas of uncertainty you may have.
- Each meal should contain low sugar carbohydrates such as fruits and vegetables, with small amounts of lean protein and monosaturated fat
Nutrition for Facial Cosmetic, TMJ, and Corrective Jaw Surgery.
Immediately following surgery, swelling may make it difficult to consume any solid foods for a period of time. For facial cosmetic surgery patients, this may be for about 24 hours. For jaw and TMJ surgery, this may be for a few days to a week. During this period, all nutrition will be consumed in liquid form; a challenge given an adult patient’s daily nutrition needs.
Since fluids remain the most important nutrient, particular care should be directed towards ensuring that you get your 6 to 8 glasses of fluids per day. Meeting the caloric needs may also be challenging during this phase. Liquid nutritional supplements are a great option and are readily available, which, because of their high caloric density and balance of protein, calories and vitamins, will help you meet your goals. Supplements such as Boost, Ensure and the like can be purchased at any supermarket or pharmacy. They can be further augmented with shakes or smoothies containing fruit, protein powders or other additives. Facial cosmetic surgery patients can return to a normal diet usually within 24 hours of their procedure.
For jaw surgery patients, Following this brief dependence on liquids, it is likely that a semi-solid, ‘non-chewing’ diet will be recommended, followed later by a ‘fractured jaw’ diet. This diet should be of a consistency that can be consumed without biting or chewing. Many of your regular dietary choices are likely available to you, such as soft scrambled eggs, boiled vegetables, well-cooked pasta, etc. Remember, it is most important to avoid stressing the surgery sites until healing has progressed. This non-chewing diet should be maintained until Dr. Mueller specifically allows you to advance to a normal diet. This may be 3 to 6 weeks following surgery.
Financial Options
Financial Flexibility for Your Treatment. We provide financial services, payment plans, and insurance assistance.
Our goal at Virginia Facial Surgery is to ensure that you are able to receive the treatment you desire. We provide access to financial services and payment plans and coordinate with your insurance company as needed. Contact Us to learn more.
Insurance
Medical and Oral Surgery Procedures
High-quality care at reasonable costs.
We deliver the highest quality care at the most reasonable cost to our patients, therefore, all co-payments are due at the time services are rendered. Understand that in some instances, the co-payment is an estimate based on information from your insurance company.
We will gladly file your insurance for medical and oral surgery procedures. As such, your insurance policy is an agreement between yourself and the insurance company. Please remember you are fully responsible for all fees charged by this office regardless of your insurance coverage. After your insurance(s) has processed your claim we will mail you a statement if there is a remaining balance. Most insurance companies will respond within four to six weeks.
Your prompt remittance is appreciated.
Facial Cosmetic Surgery
Unfortunately, Cosmetic Surgery is not covered by insurance.
Cosmetic surgery is no longer the domain of the rich and famous. Today, with Virginia Facial Surgery’s cost structure, “soccer moms” and “baseball dads” can afford to enhance their appearance and self-esteem. The road to a “better you” should be informative and enjoyable. Many patients will ask themselves “Can I truly afford it”? Virginia Facial Surgery gives you an unqualified “Yes”.
We have worked diligently to make affordable cosmetic surgery within reach of everyone. We understand how important the costs of your procedure may play in your decision to undergo elective cosmetic surgery. Please feel free to ask any questions of our financial counselors. They are caring, compassionate and will be with you throughout your upcoming experience.
Fees & Elective Procedures
Fees
We prefer not to quote fees.
Although a range of surgeon’s fees and costs can be approximated, the ultimate, definitive number cannot be quoted until you have met with Dr. Mueller and the appropriate procedure(s) has been determined. Therefore, fees are not quoted over the telephone for facial cosmetic surgery procedures. The cost of your initial consultation with Dr. Mueller is $250 and this fee will be put towards the cost of your procedure, should you elect to do so. We encourage potential patients to visit Virginia Facial Surgery and meet with Dr. Mueller without any obligation whatsoever. It is important that you feel at ease and satisfied with the way you are treated. The initial contact is frequently an indication of how you will be treated after surgery. So, come and spend some time with us.
For Elective Procedures
Deposit
During your initial consultation, you will receive an estimate that will detail the surgeon’s fees and any additional costs, such as anesthesia if applicable, for your desired procedure. Upon scheduling a specific date for your surgery, a $500 deposit is required which will go towards the total for your procedure. There are some cancellation restrictions that will be discussed with you at the time of scheduling.
Payment Policy
The balance of the surgical fee is due two weeks prior to the date of your surgery. At this time you will be asked to sign a number of disclosure and informative documents pertaining to your procedure. Please note that the fee due for the anesthesiologist is paid directly to that specific group.
In addition to cash, checks and credit card (visa and mastercard), we are pleased to offer CareCredit, a popular, easy to qualify for and convenient payment plan especially for cosmetic surgery and dental implant reconstruction.
Schedule a Consultation
The consultation is perhaps the most important time spent between the doctor, staff, and patient. It is paramount that patients feel relaxed and be prepared to talk and listen. Some patients are nervous when it comes to talking to someone about their cosmetic concerns.
Please feel free to bring a spouse or friend along. It is always good to discuss the treatment at some point with a caregiver or support person.
We will address your concerns, and at the same time, Dr. Mueller will fully evaluate your facial features. He will then discuss the comprehensive changes of aging and the available options to improve and enhance your look. We will discuss your health history and how it relates to safe surgery and anesthesia. Please be prepared to discuss your medical history and have a list of all the medications that you are taking. This includes all supplements and over-the-counter medications. It is also important to know if you smoke and how much.
Dr. Mueller always reminds patients that facial cosmetic surgery is a want or desire to look better. There are always multiple options for rejuvenation and he will discuss various treatment options. We encourage you to take notes since we will be discussing many things. We will provide you with a list of procedures we discussed as well as their costs. We want all of our patients to feel satisfied with their cosmetic surgery results.
