One of the many purposes of aesthetic and plastic
procedures is to improve the beauty of the body and the self esteem. However,
doing this implies a big responsibility in both, the surgeon and the patient.
Plastic surgery can be a very positive thing in life, but if the necessary
steps regarding safety are not taken, it might end in undesired results or
complications.
Once the patient has decided to go under the knife, it is
his or her responsibility to check on the background of the doctor who will
perform the procedures. To verify certifications, reviews, experience,
recommendations and before and after pictures are some of the steps a person
should take before choosing a doctor.
After a certified, experienced surgeon with state of the
art facilities has been chosen, the patient must begin preparations for the
procedure, which are basically indications given by the doctor. It is important that before the operation the
patient stops smoking, checks hemoglobin levels and, if previous surgeries have
been done, allow the necessary period of time to pass before beginning the new
one.
When the procedures are all done, it is essential that
from day one, the patient follows the instructions given by the medic. If
traveling by car has to be done after the surgery, it is recommended to stop
and walk for 10 to 15 minutes after every hour. If a plane is taken, ask your
doctor for recommendations to maintain the circulation of the body flowing. Medication
and anticoagulants should be ingested on time, as specified by the surgeon.
Another important issue is not going to the gym or making
any physical activities, until the doctor approves of it. If there are any
given instructions regarding bandages, positions during sleep, ingestion of
alcohol, and so on, they all should be followed rigorously.
Many people believe that once a procedure is done, the
changes may remain forever, but this perception is not accurate. If the patient
does not take the proper care after surgery, or has an unhealthy lifestyle, it
is highly probable that the results may not be successful or fade prematurely.
Once the procedure is done, the patient must provide some
maintenance over the years. For example, a patient who had liposuction should
keep an eye on his or her eating habits, or else, in the short term, he or she
will be back to where they started.
These are only a few of the recommendations a patient
should keep in mind before and after considering plastic surgery. Remember that
choosing the right surgeon is crucial, but the patient also plays a big role in
safety and obtaining positive results.
