All About Cosmetic Surgery: Choosing the Right Surgeon and Getting Prepared
So, you’ve decided to have cosmetic surgery. Now, how do you go about choosing the right cosmetic surgeon and preparing for the procedure?
First, you want to make sure the surgeon you choose for cosmetic surgery is board certified. Beyond checking for a license by a state medical board, you’ll want to make sure that the surgeon you go to is specifically trained in the procedure you want.
Preparing for your cosmetic surgery
Ask your cosmetic surgeon for referrals. You should also discuss in depth whether the surgeon considers you a good candidate for the cosmetic procedure or cosmetic surgery you want. What will be expected of you before and after the procedure?
Preparation and Consultation
Many think that once you’ve decided on a procedure, there’s not much left to do other than show up for the appointment. With even the most minor procedure, though, be well-informed and prepared.
The experts at About Faces Cosmetic Surgery and Med Spa provide a consultation prior to making a final decision with you on whether or not cosmetic surgery is right for you. Good cosmetic surgeons know that you may have questions. Dr. Mikel Lo uses the consultation to answer a patient’s questions, and to be certain that patients have all the information necessary to make informed choices.
Prior to your consultation, it’s good to make a list of questions. Keep your list handy in the days leading up to your consultation. Dr. Lo is available to answer all of your questions. To get you started, here are a few questions you may want to ask:
What professional certifications does the doctor hold? States require a medical license to practice medicine. Certifications are above and beyond that requirement, showing that your surgeon is at the top of their profession and will deliver high-quality care.
How many times has the surgeon done a specific procedure? A good surgeon is proud to talk about his experience. Doctors who have been practicing for years will gladly provide you with information on the number of times they’ve performed a specific procedure.
What other medical staff will assist with the procedure? Doctors have a staff of qualified, extremely competent nurses and assistants at their side.
Does the doctor have hospital privileges? While most procedures are done at the surgeon’s office based facilities, hospital privileges show that the hospital’s Medical Executive Committee, which considers a doctor’s training and safety record before allowing them to practice in the hospital, has deemed your surgeon to be among the very best.
What type of anesthesia will be used, and what are your options? There are several types of anesthesia, from general to IV to local. Your surgeon will talk to you about your best options.
Can the doctor provide before-and-after photos of previous patients? Of course, you’ll want to see what type of results the doctor has had with the procedure being performed on you. And you can see many on their website.
Can the surgeon provide references for patients who have had a particular procedure? There are confidentiality laws, so your surgeon won’t be handing out names and addresses; however, doctors may have former patients that have agreed to speak with potential patients.
Meet the Doctor
When all your questions have been answered to your satisfaction, you’ll find that the doctor and staff at About Faces Cosmetic Surgery and Med Spa are recognized as the best choice for any procedure you’re planning.
Dr. Mikel Lo of About Faces Cosmetic Surgery has trained at the country’s most prestigious institutions, from Stanford University for his bachelor’s degree to the University of Nebraska’s College of Medicine, where he was awarded the Regent’s Scholarship for academic excellence. He completed his internship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., and his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. To master the art of cosmetic surgery, Dr. Lo completed two fellowships, in ophthalmic and facial plastic surgery at the Arizona Centre Plastic Surgery and general cosmetic surgery at the Anderson Plastic Surgery Center.
Contact Us
The first step in your cosmetic surgery journey is to contact About Faces Cosmetic Surgery and Med Spa. The About Faces team is happy to answer any questions you might have about the cosmetic procedure that interests you, and they will keep you fully informed so you feel confident and comfortable with the procedure you’re about to have. Schedule your consultation today!