What You Can Expect Before & After Plastic
Surgery
When many people think of
plastic surgery they immediately think of before and after pictures.
The dramatic changes that plastic surgery can provide are certainly
exciting. However, there is a great deal of work on the part of both
the patient and his or her doctors that has to be accomplished before
the surgery is performed. Furthermore, patients must prepare for a
period of healing that can take as long as many months after their
plastic surgery. But when all of this research, work and care are done
properly, the results can be dramatically life-changing.
Preparing for Your Surgery
First of all, make sure that you are a good candidate for the type of
plastic surgery that you are interested in. Do your homework and make
sure that you understand all of the risks that the surgery poses as
well as all of the benefits. Then, get in touch with your primary care
physician to make sure that he or she agrees you are a good candidate
for the plastic surgery. After you have done these things, do an
extensive search to find a qualified plastic surgeon with whom you feel
comfortable. Make sure that your surgeon completely understands your
medical history, your reasons for the surgery and your expectations.
Knowing What to Expect from Your Surgery
Although plastic surgery can change the way you look and, thus, the way
that you feel about yourself, it is important to have realistic
expectations. Have a very candid discussion with your plastic surgeon
about what kind of results you can expect from your surgery in the
months and years ahead. Also, get in touch with other people who have
had the surgery and learn about their experiences. There are some
support groups dedicated to people preparing for and who have undergone
specific types of plastic surgery.
After Your Surgery
Depending on the type of plastic surgery you undergo, your recovery
time will vary from days to weeks, perhaps even months. Be sure that
you have scheduled some time to heal and that you have someone to
assist you in the first few days after your procedure. While some
plastic surgery procedures require minimal healing time, even the most
minor changes to one's appearance can take a while to become
emotionally comfortable with.
In general, minor changes like eyelid lifts and chemical peels are not
followed by an intense period of emotional adjustment; rather, patients
are simply pleased to see a younger, fresher-looking version of
themselves in the mirror. A dramatic facial or body change, however,
can take quite some getting used to. It is not uncommon for patients to
seek emotional counseling after surgery, once their appearance has
changed so drastically. Although patients may be pleased with their new
look, the change often brings about some emotional issues that require
attention.
Post-Operative Depression
While some people are immediately elated after their procedure, many
people feel some feelings of sadness or depression after plastic
surgery. Having weight loss surgery, for example, might bring about
feelings of remorse for not being able to lose the weight in another
manner. The reasons for post-operative depression are as varied as the
reasons for choosing plastic surgery. If your feelings of depression do
not lift within three days after your surgery, get in touch with your
doctor.
Handling Criticism After Your Plastic Surgery
Many people have strong feelings about plastic surgery and cosmetic
surgery. Once you have gone through the procedure, you may experience
some criticism from the people in your life. Make sure that you are
prepared for this before your surgery. If you feel that there is anyone
who is particularly against your plastic surgery, you may want to avoid
contact with them in the time period directly after your procedure.
plasticsurgeryinsandiego.org
© 2011-
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
All
mentioned trademarks, product names or service names are the property
of their respective owners.
the-dietsoltutionreview.org does
not directly provide, own or
publish weight loss
products.