Doing Your Homework
By Natalie Kita, About.com Guide to Plastic Surgery
You may already have your mind made up that a procedure is right for you. Or, you could be on the fence. Regardless, it's important to take time before a plastic surgery procedure to learn your options, what to expect, and what you need to do to prepare. Remember, too, that plastic surgery requires recovery and post-op care that is as important to the process.
- Before Surgery - Making the Decision
- After Surgery - Recovery & Post-Op Care
- Before & After Photo Galleries
Before Surgery - Making the Decision
Plastic surgery is surgery. Procedures carry risks and rewards, and all need to be weighed carefully before going under the knife. Learning what to ask, what procedures actually involve, and what makes a surgeon best qualified to perform a surgery is time that's not just well spent, but crucial.
- Plastic Surgery Risks and Rewards
- How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Plastic Surgery Outcome
- Smoking & Plastic Surgery Don't Mix - Find Out Why
- Herbal Supplements to Avoid Before Surgery
- Choosing a Surgeon
- Questions You Must Ask Your Plastic Surgeon
- What Is Your Plastic Surgeon's Revision Policy?
- Red Flags to Watch Out For
- Financing Plastic Surgery
- Will The Cost of My Surgery be Covered By Insurance?
- Be Aware of The Risks of Surgical Anesthesia
- What If I "Wake Up" (Become Aware) During Surgery?
- Why Bad Plastic Surgery Happens
- How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Bad Plastic Surgery
After Surgery - Recovery & Post-Op Care
Don't make the mistake of thinking you will hop out of bed the day after surgery feeling just like your old self. There are very real after effects of plastic surgery, both physical and emotional. Learn how to care for yourself properly following surgery, and when to call your doctor.
- The Reality of Bad Plastic Surgery
- Bad Plastic Surgery - What to Do if It Happens to You
- Corrective Surgery - Can Bad Plastic Surgery Be Fixed?
- The Emotional Aftermath of Plastic Surgery
- Caring For Your Surgical Wounds
- Minimizing Scars
- What If Plastic Surgery Doesn't Meet My Expectations?
Before & After Photo Galleries
Plastic surgery outcomes vary from person to person, surgeon to surgeon. Knowing the variety of final results that are possible can help you better communicate your desires to your doctor and manage your expectations.
