Cosmetic Surgery

Before undergoing cosmetic surgery make sure that you are prepared for the risks that may be involved if you are having a tummy tuck or having the bags from under your eyes removed. Any operation regardless of being a cosmetic surgery job or not can be dangerous. 10 Questions You Should Ask Your Cosmetic Surgeon You've made the decision to change your life. You are going to do something that will hopefully boost your self-esteem and make you feel better about your place in the world. You've done your research and find yourself sitting in the office of a cosmetic surgeon knowing you must proceed with caution, what exactly should be on your list of questions to ask? This is the time to express your concerns, what you want for yourself and get all the information you need to make an informed choice. This is your time and your body; you need to get it right. 1 What results can I expect realistically? Don't just look at pictures, they are of other people, your results will be unique to you. You need to be realistic about what you will achieve. Get an honest answer or leave the consultation room now. Bear in mind that after having cosmetic surgery is the time when you will feel the pain, so therefore depending on what cosmetic treatment you have had done may entail disabling you from carrying out normal day time activities for a while. 2 How Many times do you perform this procedure each year? Some plastic surgeons specialize in one or two procedures and others do it all. You need to assess the experience of your surgeon on your particular surgical requirements. The more frequently they perform the procedure the more experienced and reliable they should be. 3 How long have you specialized in cosmetic surgery? This again should help you get an idea of the surgeon’s length of experience. 4 What are your educational credentials and what specialist training have you had? You want to make sure that your doctor has been specifically trained in plastic surgery after qualifying from medical school. 5 What are the risks of my procedure? All surgery has its risks like bleeding or infections. What aftercare would you be entitled to if this happens to you? You should discuss particular risks to yourself and take them seriously, it doesn't always happen to other people! 6 What anesthesia will I have and who will administer it? Again check credentials and experience. This is of particular importance if you are having a general anesthetic. 7 What will happen during the surgery? Don't be shy about this; you have a right to know what will be happening to your body. 8 How long will my recovery take and what can I expect? You need to be prepared for the worst case scenario when it comes to taking time of work. 8 What are the limitations on my usual day to day activities going to be? Will there be a lot of pain or bruising etc. 9 Where will the surgery take place? You need to be aware of any traveling necessary after the procedure and how you will deal with this. Your procedure could be carried out at a hospital, outpatient surgery or even the surgeon’s office. Make sure the location is suitable for the procedure you are undergoing. 10 What will the total cost be? Be sure to ask about costs that include aftercare, medications, follow up visits or lab work. The last thing you want after surgery is an unexpected bill. These questions are the basics you need to know, your own list will be unique to you and your own health concerns. Do not be worried about the surgeon’s reaction to these questions, if you have a good surgeon who has nothing to hide and wants the best results for you, they will be more than happy to answer any question you throw at them. Good luck!