Plastic Surgery Dos And Don'ts

People see plastic surgery as a great opportunity to improve themselves. Whether they are looking to have a younger visage, lose some of the extra weight on their tummy or thighs, or they want a breast augmentation, there are some things that make the procedure easier and some that make it more difficult for both the surgeon and the patient. Here are a few of those things every patient should consider.

Dos:
Do make sure that this is the right decision for you. Once the operation is complete, there is no going back. You do not want to end up unhappy with your plastic surgery because you were not sure that you were ready. An initial consultation gives you the information necessary to think about the procedure. From there, you have all the time in the world to think about following through.

Do listen to all of your surgeon's directions. He or she is experienced and knows exactly what it takes to achieve a successful recovery. It can be difficult to go back and complain about something not going well during recovery if you were not following directions.

Do make your expectations clear. You can't just walk into the office and say that you want something changed. What area do you want to change? In an ideal situation, how would this area be changed? This conversation helps your doctor understand exactly what you want out of your plastic surgery.

Do Not:
Do not have unrealistic expectations about the changes you are going to make. Your surgeon is going to do all that he can to make sure that he gives you the best results possible. If you go in imagining that a completely new person is going to walk out of the clinic as soon as the plastic surgery is over, you are sure to be disappointed.

Don't go back to regular activities too soon. Your doctor asks you to limit you activity for a reason. If he asks that you stay home and relax for three days, make sure that you are doing the least amount possible during those days. Even if you feel better on the third day, remember that you body is still in the process of healing and it may not be ready to get back to the normal routine.

Do not overuse your medications. Many times a prescription pain medication is given in order to deal with the pain of plastic surgery. Your doctor will only give you the amount that he believes will be necessary to get you through the recovery. These medications are often misused and can lead to serious problems. Take them only when needed.