Are you considering having plastic surgery? Having plastic surgery is not an easy decision and sometimes deciding whether or not to see a plastic surgeon can make you anxious. Before making a decision, here are some questions that you should ask yourself.
Why do you want plastic surgery?
When you are considering having plastic surgery it is good to ask yourself what your motivation is. Is it because your boyfriend doesn’t like the way you look? Is it because of your divorce or to please anyone? Or to look like a celebrity? If the answer is yes, then you should rethink because permanently making changes to your body with such motivations may lead to a lifelong regret. If you are considering plastic surgery for yourself, to help you improve your self-esteem and overall outlook these are good reasons.
What are you expecting?
Many people go through plastic surgery with unrealistic expectations. You should know that changing appearance on the outside won’t help you change what you feel on the inside. Plastic surgery will help you boost your appearance and confidence. It is important that you openly discuss with your plastic surgeon about your expectations and desired outcomes on the procedure you want done. A good plastic surgeon will help you build realistic expectations by showing you before and after photos of the specific procedure that you want. It is also recommended you use digital imaging to help you see what you could look like after the procedure. Some plastic surgeons provide this software in the hospital or you can try others like discover beauty and plastic surgery stimulate to help you get the image of the possible results.
Do you know the risks?
Even though complications are less likely when you have a good plastic surgeon, there is still a possibility that something could go wrong during or after surgery. It is important to understand the risks involved with the procedure that you are considering.
Some of these common complications include, scarring, infections, blood loss, deep vein thrombosis and unexpected reaction to anesthesia. Some of these risks may lead to corrective surgical procedures to help restore the areas that have been affected. Corrective plastic surgeries can be expensive and painful and the results are not always guaranteed.
Discuss with your plastic surgeon about the possible risks and also do more research it’s a good way of preparing for plastic surgery
It is very important that you work with a plastic surgeon that is qualified to perform the procedure that you want to avoid serious risks and complications after the surgery. Consider a surgeon who is board certified and has adequate experience on the type of procedure that you want.
Are There Alternatives to Undergoing Plastic Surgery?
Doctors recommend that people make a healthy lifestyle change, eat a healthy diet, exercise and cure any mental or physical health issues that may be affecting them before undergoing surgery. You should not use plastic surgery as an easy solution to problems you can solve using other ways like exercise and diet.
Before opting for plastic surgery try other alternatives like working with a nutritionist, a trainer, and a psychologist. If you have given all this an honest try and not working for you then having plastic surgery can help you achieve your goal.
Are You Healthy Enough to Have Plastic Surgery?
Before you even consider having plastic surgery, you have to determine whether you’re healthy enough to go through with it. Most suitable candidates for plastic surgery can pass common pre-surgical tests such as blood tests, chest X-rays, and electrocardiograms (EKGs).
Make it a point to tell your surgeon everything about your medical history in order for them to give a detailed opinion on whether you should do surgery or not.Telling your plastic surgeon a lie about your health history will interfere with the assessment results and he /she might not be able to advise you accordingly on the procedure you want and there is a big possibility of complications after the surgery. But the good news is that you can help avoid complications by making sure you’re healthy before the procedure
What’s the Name of the Procedure and What Does It Entail?
You should know the name of the procedure you want and what it’s all about. Do you research to find out whether it’s the right procedure to give you the results you want. Learn about the risks and complications. Talk to other people who have done it and learn about their experience. Also, you can read reviews and testimonies of other clients.
Do your homework. Get as much information as you can and most importantly make sure your surgeon is experienced.
Are You Able to Take the Appropriate Time off to Recover?
The effects of various types of surgery can keep you from doing the things that you normally do for up to four weeks. Have you got the patience to sit back and relax for several weeks? You may need someone who can help you with childcare, cooking and cleaning while you are recovering. Are able to totally abstain from regular activities and social obligations for a few weeks?
These questions will help you know if you are ready for plastic surgery or not. If you are confident with your answers then plastic surgery might be good for you.