There are many surgical procedures used to improve the shape and increase the look of different body parts. However these surgeries are not free from risks and limitations. These operations sometimes causes serious ramifications that may even be perpetual in nature.

Then there are the aesthetic tragedy such as lopsided boobs, wind tunnel facelifts and trout pouts. Here are the questions you should know before making that vital decision- dont go for surgery until youve read them.

Are you the individual who will do the surgery for me?

It is very important that you should have consulted with your surgeon and get them to inform you about the dangers of plastic surgery. He is the only person who can give you the actual and perfect information about the surgery. If you are not permitted to meet your surgeon before the surgery, leave immediately.

You should also make one thing clear that the same surgeon with whom you have consulted will do the whole process and will not leave anything on their assistants.

Do you have the required qualification?

There is no problem in inquiring this type of question. A qualification called an FRCS which means that he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons is the most essential qualification he should possess and it will be more better if he is also a member of BAAPS.

Which type of process do you advise?

Keep in mind that the surgeon is the specialist and will discuss male plastic surgery if you are male. You may believe your tired look is best removed by tackling your upper eyelids, but your doctor may suggest a brow lift more likely to give good appearance. And, having performed many such procedures in the past, the surgeon is likely to know what will give you the better look.

Even surgeon will give an different answer to this question, but you have to choose the person who you feel has your best interests at heart, says London-based cosmetic surgeon Mr. Jan Stanek, if they present you with a list of procedures and you feel like theyre selling your surgery, leave.

How many of my procedures did you do last year?

All of us know that practice makes a man perfect and plastic surgery is not an exception. It will be beneficial for you to choose a surgeon who has experience of executing at least 30-40 procedures same as yours. Id also ask how many years theyve been practicing says Shannon Porter Leeman. Its a terrible thing to say, but Id never see a surgeon in his thirties because I think someone needs to have in practice for at least 10 years to excel at what they do.

Do you have expertise in this process?

This is yet another important question which can be asked. A surgeon who is a specialist is always preferred than the general surgeon.

This expertise becomes more significant in cases of cosmetic surgeries and other facial work. But for body surgery this doesnt make much difference.

Can I see some photos of the patients before and after their surgery?

For better understanding you can also ask the surgeon for some before and after photos. Dont get trapped while talking with the former patients of cosmetic surgeries as there are more chances of their being biased.

Also, dont miss out on another clue as to what your surgeons end results look like. Look at the receptionist, nurses and other staff in the clinic, says Shannon Porter Leeman. Theyll often have had work done themselves. And if you can somehow see the surgeons wife, then even better!

Who will administer the anesthetic and how long have you worked with them?

Asking this question becomes important since it is related with the recovery time. The long-term working of the anesthetist with the surgeon helps him in adjusting the anaesthetic accordingly.

This can reduce postoperative complications (which may worsen bruising) and make you feel comfortable till your recovery.

What are plastic surgery costs?

Search in advance what the surgery and subsequent care will cost and insist on looking at a plastic surgery picture. If your surgery will be performed in a hospital dont forget that other than your doctor's fee, there will be a charge for use of the facility and the services of the anesthesiologist. It is seen that in many cases the patient requests to undo or modify the effects of the operation as they are not happy with the results. This might take more from your pocket.

Do you want to know about my medical history?

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It is also necessary that your surgeon should ask you some basic question about your lifestyle, your medical history etc. These type of questions help him in determining what process will be best suited for you. If the surgeon is not openly discussing with you about the effects and possible side effects of the surgery, ask him the reason for doing so?

Do I have faith in my plastic surgeon?

This is a question you should ask to yourself and perhaps the most important than the aforesaid questions. You have to trust him both as a surgeon and as a person. This can help you from the starting of the surgery to the point of recovery.