11/23/2025
When it comes to undergoing plastic surgery, one of the key decisions patients make when choosing their surgeon is the type of anesthesia they will receive. For years, general anesthesia—where you are completely unconscious during the procedure—has been the go-to option for many cosmetic surgeries. However, a growing number of patients are now opting for local anesthesia, where they remain awake but the area being treated is numbed.
Awake anesthesia involves Dr. Conkright performing procedures in-office (which prevents surgical center costs) under local anesthetic with or without sedation, allowing the patient to remain conscious but pain-free. This approach is suitable for a range of surgeries like liposuction, breast augmentation, and facelifts, offering benefits like faster recovery, reduced risks, and potentially lower costs. It may not be suitable for everyone, particularly those with high anxiety or complex procedures requiring general anesthesia.
