When undergoing any breast procedure, you should find a doctor that you can trust. This is why finding the best breast surgeon for you is a crucial first step.
This article will focus on helping you determine what to look for in a plastic surgeon to make sure you get the perfect match.
Tip 1: Know What Makes the Best Breast Surgeon
Choosing your surgeon is a decision you will have to live with for the next couple of years. In some cases, it may be for your whole life. This is why it’s important to read up before proceeding.
Does the doctor regularly do breast surgeries? How long has he been doing this? Is he board-certified?
General surgeons are all certified to perform operations. But a plastic surgeon must go through a specialized training not only to build his plastic surgery skills but also to get an eye for the right aesthetics of a procedure.
Make sure that your chosen plastic surgeon is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, as this is s the only plastic surgery certifying board recognized in the USA.
Do your homework and research what they specialize in and if they are affiliated with any hospital.
Tip 2: Ask Friends and Family
If you know a sister, friend, or anyone else who went through the same breast procedure you have in mind, chances are they already have the best breast surgeon they can recommend.
Ask them about their overall breast surgery experience. Can they recommend their surgeon, or should you stay away from them instead?
How they feel about their procedure will already give you an idea on whether their surgeon will be the perfect fit for you.
Tip 3: Prepare for the Initial Consultation
Your first consultation with your doctor may feel like you’re going through a job interview but remember that this is an important part of your treatment.
Make sure to be open about your medical history. Answer with all honesty when asked about specific questions even when you feel that it might stop you from going through with the procedure.
Be firm with how you would like your breast to look like at the end of the operation so that the doctor will get a clear idea on the direction he would take.
Tip 4: Consult Various Doctors
There’s nothing wrong about “window shopping” for the right doctor. The first one may not get what you’re envisioning for your breast procedure. If this is the case, getting a second opinion is ideal.
Compare each one on the specific technique he’ll be using. Also, ask them about what will happen next after the procedure, and if they have a contingency plan just in case the operation goes south.
From there, you’ll be able to observe which doctors may be a good fit.
Tip 5: Research on the Operating Facility
While it’s crucial to find the best breast surgeon, the location of your breast surgery is also important.
Is it an accredited facility? Did it meet the standards set by agencies such as the Joint Commission, the American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (AAAASF), or the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC)?
While it’s okay to have your breast surgery in your doctor’s clinic or surgical facility, you may still want to look for someone with hospital privileges. Doing your breast procedure in a hospital ensures the safety of your procedure since you have emergency staff and facilities nearby.
Tip 6: Focus on the Type of Surgery You’re Planning to Get
While there are great surgeons out there, each one has his or her specialization.
For breast surgery, you’ll have plastic surgeons who specialize in breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reconstruction, and breast reduction.
Each procedure follows a different process and will need the expertise of a doctor who frequently performs it to his patients.
Before pushing through with the procedure, ask your doctor which one he focuses more on. It’s best to go to a doctor whose expertise is doing breast lifts if that is the procedure you’re also after.
Tip 7: Have Confidence in Your Breast Surgeon
Even with the recommendations and the long list of successful procedures, the most important question to ask yourself before everything else is, “Do I trust my surgeon?”
Your doctor’s credentials may already speak for itself, but if for some reason you are put off by his or her personality, or you’re generally just uncomfortable, then it’s time to move on to the next.
Asking detailed questions and knowing the vision you have for your breast procedure is the key to finding the best breast surgeon to facilitate your surgery.
Think twice about each doctor you consult before pushing through. A healthy dose of skepticism can determine your overall experience.
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