Plastic surgery consultations can be a little nerve-wracking but exciting at the same time. Whether you’re nervous, excited, or calm as a cucumber during your plastic surgery consultation, the one thing you should never forget is to ask your own questions. Don’t feel intimidated and don’t feel bad for asking them in the slightest. A great consultation is when both parties involved are confident and on the same page. Keep reading for some important questions you should ask during your plastic surgery consultation.
Are You Board Certified?
This is a pretty important question as some people, especially those offering cheaper pricing, may not be board certified. There also may be red flags that they’re not certified if they agree to do a surgery or procedure other plastic surgeons refused to do. Using a board-certified plastic surgeon not only keeps you protected but also the surgeon. It provides regulations and protections all the way around, ensuring proper and legal care.
What is the Procedure You Suggest and What Will Be the Total Cost?
Being aware of exactly what the plastic surgeon is suggesting, procedure wise is important. You need to know what they plan on doing to your body and how it will be accomplished. You may not be comfortable with it once you find out how the procedure is accomplished. This gives you the proper ability to make an informed decision. On top of that, getting a total cost upfront may save you from being price gouged or getting broadsided by costs in general. There are quite a few cost parameters that go into plastic surgery, so even if they tell you the cost of the actual procedure, be sure you know the total cost from start to finish.
What Does Recovery Look Like?
Plastic surgery has many levels, some being more extensive, requiring a longer healing process. Other surgeries are minor and have little to no recovery process involved. It’s important you know what to expect as far as needing to take off work, having a caretaker, etc. Coming out of surgery is no time to plan all of the details. You’ll want to plan ahead and be prepared for a successful surgery. The best way to do this is to understand the recovery process.
Will You Be Using Anesthesia?
Most plastic surgeries will involve anesthesia of some sort. Be sure to ask if the surgeon you’re looking at choosing will be using it and if so, what kind, and who might be administering it. It’s important that a certified anesthesiologist administers the anesthesia because it’s a very precise science. In fact, if done incorrectly, it can cause death or other issues.
The questions above are some of the most important to inquire about when going to a plastic surgery consultation. If you forget or have other questions come up, always ask them before scheduling a surgery, or at least before the surgery occurs. Most surgeons are more than happy to answer any and all questions you might have in order to ensure you’re just as confident as they are.
