Tips for Choosing a Surgeon for Breast Augmentation
Whether you have chosen a breast reduction, breastimplantation, or any breast augmentation procedure for that matter, you still
have to decide the surgeon who will be in charge of the procedure. Despite being
a relatively simple surgery, the last thing you want is inferior results, hence
the reason why the choice of a surgeon is a powerful determinant to the success
of the procedure. You will not only minimize
the risks if you choose a competent surgeon but also guarantee that your
augmented breasts look as good as you imagined they would. You want someone you
can count on during the entire process. The following tips will help you with
the choice of doctor for your breast augmentation.
Review credentials
Most plastic surgeons have to possess a board certification
to practice plastic or cosmetic surgery. Basically, they have to undergo
rigorous training, testing, and certification process to be allowed to practice.
That said, this is one of the things to look for when choosing a breast
augmentation surgery. For example, plastic surgeons have to be certified by the
American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) or, alternatively, The Royal College
of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. If you have a prospective surgeon in
mind, you can check whether they are certified by either body or have advanced
their education since certification. Cosmetic surgeons have an alternative
board of certification with which you can verify the credentials.
Enquire about the experience
An experienced doctor is familiar with the various
situations that may arise, whether good or bad. Finding out whether the surgeon
has a history of conducting similar breast augmentations will give you peace of
mind going in. With a surgeon who works on such cases regularly, you are guaranteed
that they understand the latest and the best methods for performing breast
implants, breast reduction, and other critical cosmetic breast procedures.
Complete your due diligence about the facility
Surgeries can only be performed in accredited
facilities. If your breast enhancement is being paid for by the insurance, this
is a critical step because going for an unaccredited facility may mean that you
have to settle the charges for the surgery by yourself. That said, this due
diligence is not for insurance reasons alone. While some facilities may offer
cheap services, it may not always reflect in the quality of services. It is
therefore important that you assess each facility objectively before settling
on one.
Look into reviews or complaints
The feedback other clients provide about a clinic will
give you a rough idea of the quality of service and the customer experience you
should expect. With the array of physician review sites available to you today,
you can easily and conveniently tell the track record of a particular surgeon.
This includes the success rate, failures, complaints, and professional conduct
of said surgeon. To check for a doctor’s reputation, begin with the status of the
surgeons’ credentials at the Federation of State Medical Boards on www.fsmb.org before settling on them.
Likewise, you may want to consider whether the
facility is licensed to conduct such operations. Other patients who have
undergone similar procedures are a great source of referrals and relevant
information that can help with this. So,
don’t be afraid to ask questions.
Take advantage of your appointment.
An appointment is not a commitment but an opportunity
to meet the surgeons and assess them on a personal basis and see who fits your
criteria for a perfect breast enhancement doctor. During the consultation, feel
free to ask questions. The answers you find out during these interviews will
help you understand what exactly transpires during the surgery, feel
comfortable in the presence of a doctor and assess their understanding of the subject
matter.
With this information, you will be able to arrive at a
breast enhancement surgeon you believe will conduct the operation to the best
standard achievable.
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