Considerations for Choosing a Good Cosmetic Surgeon

 

A cosmetic surgeon has the power to change your life, but not always for the better. That's why you should choose wisely. 

 

First of all, if you think a state license makes a cosmetic surgeon a safe one, you're wrong. The government does not license specialists, which means any doctor with a state medical license can perform cosmetic surgery, even if he is trained for another specialty, such as general surgery or even pediatrics. This is the reason the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery was created. It is a board that educates, trains, and certifies doctors who want to become specialists in cosmetic surgery. 

 

Another thing you should consider when vetting a cosmetic surgeon is experience. We're not just talking about number of years here but subspecialty. Remember that even cosmetic surgeons subspecialize in certain fields. For example, some are trained specifically for rhinoplasty, others for breast augmentation, and so on.

 

In other words, find a breast augmentation Baltimore surgeon who isn't only experienced in cosmetic surgery, but also in the particular type of surgery you want. For example, if you want to straighten up your nose, find a cosmetic surgeon who has straightened up noses for years, not one who may have the same length of professional experience but with breasts. 

 

Yet another crucial consideration you need to make is safety. And when you talk safety in cosmetic surgery, it's mostly about your anesthetist and the facility where the operation takes place. Make sure you choose a plastic surgeon in Baltimore surgeon who works in accredited operating rooms, where key life support systems are available for emergencies. Some common operating facility certifications include AAAASF, JCAHO and AAAHC. Also ask the doctor about the qualifications of the anesthetist. You want either a Board Certified Anesthesiologist or a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. 

 

Also pay attention to the connection you have with your prospective surgeon. Does it even exist? Do you even have the same concept of beauty? If you answered no to both, then obviously there's a problem. You'll be spending quite some time with this professional before, during and after the surgery. If you're not comfortable with each other, how can you effectively express yourself in terms of what you want? And how can he provide what you want if he can't get a clear picture of it?

 

Finally, consider customer service. Do they respond to your calls or emails? How promptly? Does it feel like you have to move heaven and hell just to speak to your surgeon? How do they handle emergencies, like when you bleed after the surgery? You have to ask all of these questions and be happy with the answers before you commit to a surgeon. And yes, the staff should be nice and polite.