Questions to Ask to a Cosmetic Surgeon

If you have decided to undergo cosmetic surgery then many questions would be arising in your mind about the operation as well as regarding how successful it will be. In this context we will be looking at some of the most common questions which come up so that you can ask them during your visit to a surgeon.

Common Questions to Ask

Some important questions to ask would include:

Questions regarding the procedure

• How the cosmetic surgery will be performed and is it safe?

• How long it will take for the operation to complete?

• Is it possible to perform multiple procedures at the same time?

• Will there be any visible scars afterwards?

• How long will it take to recover after the surgery?

• What type of medical care will be necessary during recovery period?

• What type of complications can occur and are such complications common?

• Is it possible to speak with your anesthesiologist prior to operation?

• Who will be performing post operative suture removal?

• What will be the before & after results of cosmetic surgery?

Questions about preparation before operation

• What kind of preparation will be required a week before the operation date?

• At which time surgery will be performed by the cosmetic surgeon?

• Is it necessary to stay overnight? Can any of the family members stay along?

• What type of clothes are to be brought for wearing while returning home?

Question about post surgical issues

• If it becomes necessary then would it be possible to arrange any private duty nurse?

• Is any special diet or medication to be used in the recovery period?

• What points need to be watched which might indicate any problems?

• Will touch ups be necessary and when such touch ups will be performed?

• How long would be the healing process?

• How many times follow up visits will be necessary after operation?

• Will it be necessary to wear any type of compression garments or similar other accessories? How long these are to be worn?

• From when normal day to day activities can be started such as taking baths or going for work?

  Questions about payment and cost

• You need to ask the cosmetic surgeon about the consultation fee and how much it would be?

• Will the expenditure depend upon hospital where operation is performed?

• Will there be a cost for touch up procedures?

• Does insurance cover cost of such operation?

• What are the payment options and are credit cards accepted?

What would be the refund policy in case I do not want to undergo the surgery?