Plastic surgery requires a skilled hand, extensive medical knowledge, and years of experience. It also requires a trusted relationship between doctor and patient. Choosing a plastic surgeon should involve research, recommendations, and complete confidence in your doctor’s abilities, but many patients give little thought to their doctor’s qualifications and bedside manner. Guarantee a great experience and excellent results by using these 5 tips for choosing a plastic surgeon.
How to Pick a Plastic Surgeon
Research your doctor’s qualifications. Every year thousands of men and women get botched plastic surgery, leading to disfiguration, health problems, and expensive “fix it” procedures. Always choose a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Know the difference between cosmetic and plastic surgery. Hundreds of doctors claim to be qualified surgeons, but there is a difference between cosmetic surgeons and plastic surgeons who also perform cosmetic surgery. Plastic surgeons must undergo highly specific training before becoming board certified, whereas cosmetic surgeons often “learn on the job” after completing residency in a different specialty.
Ask plenty of questions. Before choosing a plastic surgeon, ask your doctor about his history, his recommendations for achieving your desired aesthetic, and any questions you may have about the procedure.
Share a vision. Plastic surgery is highly personal journey, and each procedure differs from patient to patient. To ensure the best experience, develop clear communication with your doctor during your consultation. Listen carefully to his recommendations, clearly articulate your desired results, and agree on how to achieve your goals before booking a procedure. If you can’t agree, it may be time to search for another physician. Both you and your doctor want you to be satisfied with your results.
Develop trust. When you pick a plastic surgeon, you’re not only choosing a doctor’s skill, but also the sense of security he brings to your surgical journey. After researching a physician’s qualifications, schedule a consultation. Make sure you feel comfortable discussing the procedure, recovery, and results with your plastic surgeon before booking cosmetic surgery.
Call Jim N. Brantner MD, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to schedule a consultation, get information about cosmetic procedures, and learn about Dr. Brantner’s history and qualifications.
Women choose breast augmentation surgery for a number of reasons, each personal and unique to the patient. Breast implants enhance the look and shape of the breasts, giving patients a fuller, more balanced appearance. If you’re considering breast enhancement surgery, consider these 3 factors in determining if you’re ready for a cosmetic procedure.
Personal Considerations
Dr. Brantner strives to give his patients fuller, natural-looking breasts, subtly enhancing their God-given beauty. A patient’s reasons are her own: she may choose breast enhancement surgery to restore breasts after weight loss, give the breasts lift and fullness after a pregnancy, or increase the size of underdeveloped breasts. Before scheduling your cosmetic surgery, determine your reasons for choosing breast augmentation. Cosmetic surgery often boosts self-esteem, but a surgical procedure should always be your decision. Never allow a loved one to pressure you into a procedure you don’t truly want.
Practical Considerations
Once you’ve decided you want a fuller bust, examine the practical considerations of undergoing cosmetic surgery. Are you in good health? Do you have adequate finances? Can you take time off from work to recuperate from your surgery? Plan ahead to ensure a quick recovery after your surgery.
Professional Considerations
When choosing your physician, always do your research. Never undergo invasive surgery unless your doctor is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. Before a breast augmentation, each patient is required to have a full consultation with the surgeon or his nurse. The consultation will take you through each step of the procedure and recovery, so you can decide if cosmetic surgery is right for you. Ask Dr. Brantner any questions you may have about implant size or appearance, the surgical procedure, and physical limitations during your recovery.
Once you decide to have breast enhancement surgery, there’s no need to wait. Dr. Brantner’s scheduling coordinator will work with your schedule to plan your surgery at your earliest convenience. A whole new you is just a few weeks away!
Chemical peels even skin tones, remove blemishes, and make fine lines less apparent, rejuvenating the skin in under an hour. Microdermabrasion peels restore the skin in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect, no-commitment “lunchtime” facial rejuvenation treatment. If you want a visual boost as you decide between a facelift or Botox—or you’re simply too young to worry about fine lines and wrinkles—microdermabrasion is the ideal way to restore your skin to a healthy, youthful glow.
Microdermabrasions
Physicians developed dermabrasion to improve patients’ acne scars, pock marks, and other facial blemishes. Microdermabrasion uses a gentler version of the same technology to smooth the skin and stimulate collagen production, revealing healthier, more youthful skin. Unlike dermabrasion, microdermabrasion involves no anesthetic and works for all skin types. The procedure involves a gentle application of micro crystals to remove the rough top layer of skin. This non-surgical cosmetic procedure has no recovery time. Patients may experience a slight pinking of the skin for up to 24 hours.
Restoring Your Natural Glow
Microdermabrasion gently exfoliates the skin, removing a layer of dead cells to reveal the unblemished, collagen-rich skin below. It treats sun damage and discoloration, reduces the appearance of fine lines and acne, and smoothes stretch marks and light scarring. Microdermabrasion is safe for all ages and skin tones. Patients with facial blemishes, dull skin, and uneven facial coloration respond well to microdermabrasion peels. Restore your smooth, natural glow and reveal the real you.
Call our scheduling coordinator to set up an appointment with our microdermabrasion practitioner.
Plastic surgery requires a skilled hand, extensive medical knowledge, and years of experience. It also requires a trusted relationship between doctor and patient. Choosing a plastic surgeon should involve research, recommendations, and complete confidence in your doctor’s abilities, but many patients give little thought to their doctor’s qualifications and bedside manner. Guarantee a great experience and excellent results by using these 5 tips for choosing a plastic surgeon.
