There are many necessary questions to ask your doctor before any type of procedure, such as his qualifications and expectations. These questions are just as important to ask your plastic surgeon, because they can impact your health and your physical appearance. Here are a few essential questions to ask your plastic surgeon:
Are you board certified to practice cosmetic surgery?
It is vital to your health and safety that you work with a trained and certified cosmetic surgeon when having cosmetic work performed. When you choose a surgeon who has been recognized and certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, then you can feel confident your surgeon has received a high level of training and experience. This training will include several years in medical school—as well as hands-on learning in a hospital environment—and a minimum year-long fellowship training in cosmetic surgery. This experience will help ensure your procedure is done correctly and safely.
How often do you perform this procedure?
This question is important to inform you of your surgeon’s specialties and experience. If he regularly performs breast augmentations or facelifts, then you will have access to several before and after photos. You can see the diversity of body and skin types that the surgeon has successful experience working with. This information will help you feel confident in your choice of surgeon.
What should I expect during my recovery?
Understanding all that comes with your desired procedure, including the preparation and recovery, is important to properly plan your appointment. Your plastic surgeon can tell you if you will need a few hours, days, or weeks of recovery, and you can decide if this is the right time to schedule this procedure. In addition to the length of recovery, you must understand if you will need extra help while you are at home healing.
Call Dr. Maloney of Maloney Plastic Surgery at (520) 298-2330 to get to know your plastic surgeon. We want our patients to feel comfortable and confident in their choices, so please call us with any questions you might have.
