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10 things to ask a Plastic Surgeon before getting Breast Implants
1. 10 THINGS TO ASK A PLASTIC
SURGEON BEFORE GETTING
BREAST IMPLANTS
- Dr Colin Hong
2. Q1) ARE YOU CERTIFIED?
It is important that your plastic surgeon is certified to perform
plastic surgery for your safety.
3. Q2) ARE YOU A MEMBER OF CSPS?
Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons is the professional
organization of plastic surgeons in Canada whose members are
well-trained and qualified to perform plastic surgery.
4. Q3) HOW MANY YEARS OF TRAINING?
It is important for a patient to know that the plastic surgeon has
years of extensive training to deal with possible complications
that could arise.
5. Q4) HOW MUCH EXPERIENCE?
Plastic surgeons who have done a number of this procedure are
the ones who are most equipped in dealing with patient care.
6. Q5) HOW DO YOU KNOW I QUALIFY?
The best candidates for breast augmentation surgery should be at
least 18 years old, non-pregnant, and in good physical health.
7. Q6) WHERE WILL I HAVE MY SURGERY?
Most breast augmentation surgeries are performed in surgical
rooms as an outpatient procedure and you should be able to go
home within a few hours.
8. Q7) HOW LONG IS RECOVERY?
An experienced plastic surgeon would review your post-
procedure care with you and make sure you understand
everything to ensure your normal recovery.
9. 8) WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF BREAST AUGMENTATION?
Your plastic surgeon should be able to tell you with ease the
most common risks of breast augmentation so that you are fully
aware what you are getting yourself into prior to making a
commitment.
10. 9) HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The cost of breast augmentation in Canada ranges from $5000-
$10,000 depending on the type of implants you are looking for.
11. 10) HOW CAN I SEE MY FUTURE SELF?
Before and after photos should be available. There is also a
state-of-the-art technology called Crisalix that allows women to
see their "newly-enhanced beauty" prior to committing to
anything.