Choosing the Right Plastic Surgeon

By Plastic Surgery Specialists

Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C.

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Choosing the Right Plastic Surgeon

Increasingly, Americans are embracing plastic surgery as procedures become more sophisticated and less invasive, and these days that includes everything from breast reduction and augmentation to skin resurfacing and forehead lifts.

But just how to determine who the best surgeon is or precisely which procedure will benefit you the most can still be a difficult process.

When it comes to choosing a surgeon, the best way is through word-of-mouth. However, for those who don't have a physician, friend or relative to rely on, you can contact the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ask for a physician who is board certified in your neighborhood.

And just what does board certified mean and how important is it? In this day and age, being certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery is very important. There are a lot physicians out there who want to be plastic surgeons but who aren't board certified. Board certification means a physician has passed the highest examination that there is in any given specialty, it's sort of our mark of excellence.

But, patients not family, not friends are the only ones who should be making a decision about cosmetic surgery. And, they should take care to be realistic in their expectations. We interview patients and if someone has unrealistic expectations, we won't operate on that individual. If a woman is brought in because her husband wants something done, that's a red flag that says no.

It is important to find a physician who will sit down and take the time to answer a patient's concerns and advise what to expect (swelling, bruising, discomfort and so forth) during the recovery period. Surgeons should explain to the patient what the potential complications are. And they should be able to make recommendations about alternative procedures, as well as answer questions about what statistically could happen.

Most importantly, you have to trust in your surgeon if something sounds too good to be true or doesn't feel right, you need to do some more research. And, if there is a legitimate problem with a surgery, it can be corrected. Patients should know that we're not God and things are not always perfect, but we don't want any of our patients not being happy.

How To Choose Your

Plastic Surgeon Tips

Ask friends and relatives for referrals to plastic surgeons with whom they have had a good experience. Or ask your family doctor for assistance.

Check that the physician has completed a residency program in plastic surgery and that he is board certified (has graduated from an accredited medical school and finished a minimum of five years of additional residency) by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Whether you are considering a facelift or liposuction, be sure that you are the driving force not a spouse, family member or friends.

Be sure you feel comfortable with the physician, that you communicate well, that he takes the time to address your concerns and that you both have the same understanding of what the end result will be.

Be realistic in your expectations.