Training and board certification
Source for all rows: Wisconsin-surgeon
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University of Wisconsin - Madison |
| Residency | General surgery, five years, University of Illinois - Chicago |
| Residency | Plastic and reconstructive surgery, two years, University of Louisville |
| Fellowship | Oculoplastic Surgery, University of Louisville |
| Fellowship | Cosmetic Surgery, University of Louisville (with Dr. Norman Cole) |
| Fellowship | Breast Reconstruction, Atlanta Plastic Surgery, Dr. Carl Hartrampf, Jr. |
- Board certification as printed: "Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery"; "Diplomat, American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2001 - Present"; "Diplomat, American Board of Surgery, 1995 - 2005."
- President, Wisconsin Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2008-2010.
- Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery, St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, 2006-2011.
- Medical Director, WCTC Advanced Aesthetician Program, 2020.
- Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons; Wisconsin State Medical Society; Medical Society of Milwaukee County; Medical Society of Waukesha County.
- In private practice for over 20 years. The site states she was the first female plastic surgeon to complete the Louisville program.
Eyelid surgery work
- Upper lid blepharoplasty. A 1-hour outpatient surgery in the operating room. Dr. Bonness makes incisions in the natural crease of the upper lid and removes excess skin and fat; most of the incision is hidden in the crease.
- Brow lift with upper lid surgery. When a low brow adds to upper lid skin, both procedures are recommended. The brow lift incision is hidden in the hairline; forehead skin and muscle are elevated and excess skin removed. It is done under general anesthesia and takes 2 hours.
- Medical reasons listed. Extra skin that irritates while wearing contacts or glasses, obstructed view from hanging eyelid skin, skin folds that rub together, and straining muscles to lift sagging lid skin.
- Lower lid. The page states surgery can remove the skin and fat causing bags; fillers, Botox and resurfacing address hollows, lines and crepey skin. If lower lid surgery is required, she "will direct you to an expert whom she trusts."
- The page states Dr. Bonness has more than 20 years of experience with eyelid lifts and facelift surgery.
The practice's blepharoplasty gallery labels its cases as performed by Dr. Rowe (Blepharoplasty gallery). The site has no ptosis repair or canthoplasty page.
Other procedures
Facelift (short scar and full), with fat grafting, and brow/forehead lift (source); breast augmentation, lift and reduction, tummy tuck, liposuction, arm lift and mommy makeover; medical spa injectables, lasers and skin treatments (drbonness.com).
Insurance and cost
- The FAQ states the practice "is strictly self-pay," and all fees include Dr. Bonness, the facility and any necessary anesthesia (CosmeticSurgeryQuestions).
- Eyes Pricing: "Starting At $4,983." Included: surgeon fee, anesthesia fee, facility fee, pre and post op visits, post op garments, post op scar care, BLIS insurance and a medspa Black Card membership (source).
- Face Pricing on the facelift and brow lift page: "Starting At $15,806" (source).
- The practice accepts cash, check and major credit cards, and offers GreenSky and CareCredit financing (financing).
Recovery
- Upper lid blepharoplasty: normal light activity the next day; return to work in one week (source).
- Brow lift with upper lid surgery: return to work usually in 1.5 weeks.
- Bruising and swelling diminish over days; keep the head elevated and avoid strenuous aerobic activity; nonnarcotic pain relievers help in the first few days.
- Brow lift: drains are not routinely used; light activity immediately, strenuous activity in 3 weeks (source).