5 Essential Questions to Ask Your Cosmetic Surgeon in Toronto
After making the decision to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure, the most important step in planning for your surgery is your consultation with your prospective surgeon.
This private one-on-one meeting is your opportunity to discuss your goals for the procedure with your cosmetic surgeon. The surgeon will ask you a number of questions to learn more about your motivation for undergoing surgery, your desired outcome, and your medical history. However, it is crucial that you also use the opportunity to address any questions or concerns that you have. In particular, it is essential to discuss the following questions during your initial consultation with your Toronto cosmetic surgeon.
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1. Are you Royal College-certified?
Ensuring that your prospective surgeon is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is imperative. This designation indicates that in addition to completing medical school, the surgeon has completed a minimum of 5 years of surgical training and has passed a rigorous examination. Although many physicians market themselves as cosmetic surgeons, only practitioners with this designation have the qualifications and experience necessary to perform complex surgical procedures.
2. How often do you perform the procedure I am interested in?
Once you have verified your prospective surgeon’s credentials, it is necessary to inquire about how frequently they perform the specific procedure you are interested in undergoing. Ensuring that your plastic surgeon dedicates a large part of their practice to the procedure you plan to undergo is imperative, as it will provide you with peace of mind knowing that they have the skills and expertise necessary to achieve your desired results. While many cosmetic surgeons perform a wide array of procedures, including facial surgery and body-contouring procedures, it is best to select a surgeon who specializes in one area, as they will be up to date on the latest techniques and will have experience working with a variety of patients.
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3. What type of anaesthesia will you use, and who will administer it?
Regardless of which surgery you hope to undergo, anaesthesia will be necessary. To prepare for your surgery, it is advisable to inquire about which type of anaesthesia will be used and who will administer it. Provided that a certified anaesthesiologist (MD/DO) or certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) administers the anaesthesia and a dedicated anaesthesiology team is present to monitor you throughout the procedure, both general and local anaesthesia are safe and effective.
4. What does the recovery process entail?
To ensure that the procedure is right for you and that you are prepared for the recovery period, it is important to ask your Toronto cosmetic surgeon what the recovery process entails. In most cases, it is necessary to schedule time off from work and other responsibilities, and many patients also require assistance with childcare post-operatively. In addition, there are typically physical restrictions for the first few days or even weeks after surgery, which you must be aware of before undergoing the procedure.
5. What is the total cost of the procedure?
Lastly, although the cost of the procedure should never be the determining factor, it is still an important consideration when selecting your Toronto cosmetic surgeon. Since cosmetic surgery is elective, the patient is responsible for the total cost. However, most plastic surgeons offer financing options that allow patients to make monthly payments.
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