subject: Cosmetic Surgeon Questions - What Should I Ask Before Choosing a Facial Plastic Surgeon? [print this page] Choosing a cosmetic surgeon requires you to perform extensive research. You have to know the right questions to ask in order to avoid choosing a surgeon who may not have your best interests in mind.
To help with that I've come up with 3 vital questions to help you choose the right plastic surgeon for you.
1. Are you board certified in facial cosmetic surgery?
Consulting with a cosmetic surgeon requires some research on your behalf. For example, not all surgeons are board certified in specialty areas like facial plastic surgery. If you want the best results from your surgery,I would recommend only going to surgeons board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery or the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Although choosing a board certified surgeon will not guarantee a competent surgeon skilled in your surgery of interest, it will insure that the surgeon meets a minimum requirement.
2. Are you a specialist in any procedures or are you a generalist?
The gamut of cosmetic surgery is pretty large. So a surgeon may have a practice that is largely focused on bodywork, (liposuction, breast augmentation, or tummy tucks) while only performing a few facial cosmetic surgeries a year.
If you are looking at a facial cosmetic procedure, it makes sense to seek a surgeon that focuses only on facial cosmetic surgery.
3. How many of these surgeries do you do a year?
Even though all cosmetic procedures are viewed individually, this question will give you an impression of your surgeons area of expertise. The motto of practice makes perfect applies especially to the world of cosmetic surgery. Be sure to talk to a wide range of doctors so you can compare the amount of surgeries performed and see which one will be able to handle your situation with the most competence.
Using these three questions should help you avoid some of the most common mistakes made when choosing a facial cosmetic surgeon.
Cosmetic Surgeon Questions - What Should I Ask Before Choosing a Facial Plastic Surgeon?
By: Dr. Edward Kwak
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