There are several surgical methods used to meliorate the shape and improve the look of various body parts. However these surgeries are not free from risks and restrictions. In place of making people attractive, the surgery sometimes end up leaving them scarred and deformed.
Besides the above mentioned effects these reconstructive surgeries may also cause some esthetical problems such as lopsided boobs, wind tunnel facelifts etc. Thus unless you get satisfied with your surgeons talent and experience it is suggested not to go for any kind of plastic surgery. For being contented about the surgery, you can ask some questions to your surgeon such as;
Are you the individual who will do the surgery for me?
The only person you can discuss on your surgery is the surgeon wholl be performing your operation, ask him to tell you about the dangers of plastic surgery. If youre talking with a nurse or a junior, ask to speak to the surgeon. If they are neglecting, leave right away. Its very essential to consult your surgeon before your operation.
You must also verify that the same surgeon will carry out the entire procedure from beginning to end. So as to prevent the situation where the main surgeon starts the surgery and thenceforth passes the work of stitching on their assistants which sometimes brings dangerous consequences.
What is your qualification?
Dont feel any hesitation to ask this question any surgeon with correct degrees will be only too happy to tell you. And in the opinion of consultant cosmetic surgeon Mr. Jag Chana from Sanctuary Cosmetic Surgeons, the correct answer to this question is a qualification called an FRCS (Plast). This means they are a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and have specific training in plastic surgery, says Mr. Chana. Its also recommended that theyre a member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.
What will be the right procedure in your opinion?
Dont forget that you are a patient and you have to believe your surgeon, also ask about male plastic surgery .In many cases, the patient givesccertain advices to the surgeon about what procedure is required but finally you have to go with the surgeons view as he has more acquaintance than you.
Even surgeon will give an different answer to this question, but you have to choose the person who you feel has your best interests at heart, says London-based cosmetic surgeon Mr. Jan Stanek, if they present you with a list of procedures and you feel like theyre selling your surgery, leave.
How many of my processes did you do last year?
Experts opined that the surgeon should have an experience of doing not less than 30 to 40 operations similar to that you have choosen for. Id also ask how many years theyve been practicing says Shannon Porter Leeman. Its a terrible thing to say, but Id never see a surgeon in his thirties because I think someone needs to have in practice for at least 10 years to excel at what they do.
Do you have specialization in this process?
This is yet another important question which you can ask. A surgeon who is a specialist is always preferred than the general surgeon.
Its less important if youre going for body surgery, for example breast implants, as most surgeons can work with these, says Mr. Chana. But if youre going for facial work, Id always recommend a surgeon who specializes and I think its absolutely essential for rhinoplasty.
Can you show me before and after photographs of the patients?
You need to see what the surgeon is going to do for your and watching photographs may be better than asking to speak to a patient. There are some clinics which pay some amount to their former patients for discussing with the potential patients only about the plus points of the procedure. So we recommend you not to trust them without thorough inquiry.
Also, dont forget to check what your surgeons final results look like. Look at the receptionist, nurses and other staff in the clinic, says Shannon Porter Leeman. Theyll often have had work done themselves. And if you can somehow see the surgeons wife, then even better!
Can you please tell me who is the anaesthetist? And in how many operations you have worked with him?
If the anesthesiologist is working with the surgeon from many years he gets an idea about how much time that surgeon is taking in the surgery. This helps in adjusting the anaesthetic accordingly.
This helps in minimizing post operative illness problem and thereby offers fast and easy recovery.
What about plastic surgery costs?
Though cost is a main concern your choice should not be based purely on price and you need to examine a plastic surgery picture as well. You need to consider the choice of surgeon, company reputation, track record, after care and other factors. It is seen that in many cases the patient requests to reverse or alter the effects of the surgery as they are not happy with the results. This may also burn your pocket.
Do you want to know anything about my habits?
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It is also very important that your surgeon should ask you certain basic question about your habits, your medical history etc. These kind of questions help him in deciding what process will suit you better. You should also be concerned if the surgeon hasnt talk to you about risks and complications recovery times and scarring. These questions should be standard, so if your surgeon hasnt mentioned them, ask why.
Do I trust my surgeon?
This is actually question you need to ask yourself, say Mr. Stanek. First impression are vital. You have to trust your surgeons professional ability, but you also have to alike them as a person. You want to feel that when your wake up feeling terrible or if something goes wrong, this person will be there for you.