Should I be worried if my plastic surgeon suggests additional procedures?

The choice to undergo plastic surgery is a difficult one. Most men and women take months, if not years, to weigh the pros and cons of having a procedure done even when the benefits are more than just cosmetic. Therefore, when you finally do speak with a board certified plastic surgeon at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeons, you may be initially surprised if your surgeon suggests additional procedures.

The truth is that plastic surgery from a well-qualified surgeon can be pricey, depending on your budget, and adding to the expected cost causes many people to balk. However, it is important to understand that your surgeon isn’t “upselling” when they suggest an additional procedure. Plastic surgery isn’t retail, and your surgeon will only suggest additional work if they think it will improve your level of satisfaction afterwards.

Entering with an open mind

When you make your first consultation with your board certified plastic surgeon, it is important to come with an open mind. You can start by telling them what areas of your body need attention and what results you would like to see. Being open with your surgeon allows them to evaluate your needs and give you realistic feedback. Although you may already have a particular type of procedure in mind, Aesthetic Edit suggests that your surgeon may have alternative ideas for you to consider based on their professional experience.

In addition to be open to alternative procedures that may be better for your individual needs, you should also be open to the possibility of additional procedures. For example, if you’re discussing a tummy tuck procedure, don’t be surprised if your surgeon suggests liposuction as well. In many cases, performing liposuction allows the surgeon more of an opportunity to shape the waist and hips, giving you the results you’re actually looking for.

If your plastic surgeon suggests an additional procedure, then feel free to ask questions. By the end of your consultation you should know what the purpose of the additional procedure is, how much it costs, and how it will affect the recovery process. Armed with information, you’re ready to take your time to consider the potential benefits of the additional procedure against the cost. For added clarity, try asking your surgeon if they have before and after photos of a patient who received the same procedure you are considering and those of a patient who received the same procedure plus the additional procedure. Depending on the case, this may not always be possible, but it is worth asking.

The importance of reflection

Any additional procedure should be as thoroughly weighed as the initial plastic surgery. If you need a couple of weeks or months to consider the choice, then your surgeon will understand. Most plastic surgeries are preceded by several consultations even without the consideration of additional procedures, so go back, ask questions, and make sure you are completely comfortable with your decision.

Plastic surgery can be a tremendous gift to yourself if you’re well-informed and prepared to take the appropriate steps through recovery. In that effort, your surgeon is your best resource. Rather than treating their advice to consider additional procedures as opportunistic, remember that they have years of experience, and they want to make sure that their work comes as close to your desired results as possible. When your surgeon suggests additional procedures, they are actually looking out for your best interests. It is ultimately up to you whether you agree with their assessment, but don’t make a decision without all the facts at hand.

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