Breast Augmentation: Mental Preparation

Once the seed has been planted, the first step to considering undergoing surgery for breast augmentation is a natural process. You have likely already battled with your body image, felt out the opinion of your closest friends and/or spouse, and completed a little personal research. This step of the process is an important one, though it may not seem like a step at all. Letting the thought linger in your mind for a while before taking the plunge is perhaps the healthiest thing you can do to make sure that your final results are optimal. Some psychologists would say that you need this time to grieve your old body. This theory may seem farfetched for those fixated on body image, but the emotional effects of your perception of your body are as important to your health as the physical outcome of any medical procedure.

After pondering the idea for a while, the next step is the natural next step of beginning to research possible surgeons. Of course, rating systems that can be found on the internet can be useful in choosing a doctor, but the best way to choose a cosmetic surgeon is by personal referral. Most prospective doctors should embrace this idea, and they may even perhaps have a few clients that are willing to talk with you about their experiences. Of course if you know someone personally who has had breast implants, get to know that person and her experience well. She will be your mentor even if you do not choose the same surgeon.

You can usually find several doctors who are willing to schedule a free consultation without the pressure of commitment. During this consultation you should be paying close attention to his professional vibe. He or she should convey that they are in the business of helping you to feel good about your physical attributes. A good surgeon will guide you with factual information and experience. He or she should make suggestions for a desired outcome based on gauging your personality and reasoning for ultimately seeking the surgery. If you feel like a doctor is not reading you right or is trying to guide you in a direction in which you are not comfortable, then you are in the wrong office. Run away.

Your comfort level trust in your doctor is of the utmost importance, and without that foundation your entire experience will be a bad one regardless of how you look in the end. Be sure to thoroughly research the recovery aspect of the procedure. Consider the length of recovery time when scheduling the procedure, and be sure to allow yourself adequate time to safely heal. This is a major surgery that carries with it all the risks associated with any surgery; just because it is elective in nature does not mean that you can elect to ignore the possible complications.