Ten questions I should be asking my Plastic Surgeon

When considering  plastic surgery, it is crucial to gather all the necessary information to make an informed decision. Ensuring you are fully informed about the procedure, the potential risks, and the qualifications of your surgeon is vital to achieve a successful outcome.

To help you in this process, here is a list of ten things that you should be finding out from your plastic surgeon.

1. What experience and qualifications does my surgeon have?

• It is essential to confirm that your plastic surgeon has received proper training in the specific procedure you are considering
• Enquire about their experience and the how lomg they have been undertaking the procedure

2. What are the potential risks and complications?

• Understanding the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure will enable you to make an informed decision
• Your surgeon should provide detailed information on both common and rare complications

3. What are the pre-operative and post-operative instructions?

• Knowing the specific preoperative and postoperative instructions is crucial to ensure a successful outcome
• Ask about any dietary restrictions, medications to avoid, and necessary lifestyle adjustments before and after the surgery

      3.1 Preoperative instructions

• Are there any specific tests or evaluations needed before the procedure?
• Is there a need to discontinue any medications or supplements prior to the surgery?

      3.2 Postoperative instructions

• What activities should be avoided during the recovery period?
• Is there a specific diet or exercise regimen to follow?

4. What results can I expect?

• Discuss your expectations openly with your surgeon to ensure realistic goals
• Look at before and after photos of previous patients who underwent a similar procedure

5. What anaesthesia will be used?

• Determine which type of aesthesia will be administered during the procedure

6. How long is the recovery period?

• Understanding the duration of the recovery period is crucial for planning work and personal commitments
• Ask about any potential side effects or discomfort during the recovery phase

7. How much will the procedure cost?

• Enquire about the total cost of the procedure
• Ask if there will be any additional costs, such as medications or garments

8. Are there financing options available?

• Some plastic surgery practices offer financing options to assist patients in managing the cost of procedures
• Enquire about any available payment plans or financing options

9. Before and after images from previous patients?

• Look at images taken before and after similar procedures in other patients

10. What Are the alternatives to surgery?

• In some cases, there may be non-surgical alternatives that can achieve similar results

For more information please look at our website, where you will find pricing information, before and after images, and details about the procedures we perform.

For more information, please contact me, Julie Lomax, or Vicki Collinge to book in to meet Mr Winterton:

vicki @robwinterton.co.uk

[email protected]

0161 706 2215

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