Factors You Haven’t Considered Before Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon
There are many important factors to keep in mind when selecting your plastic surgeon
This is a big decision, and your safety and appearance should only be placed in the most qualified hands. While most people examine before and after pictures and consider the surgeon’s qualifications or area of specialization, there are several other important considerations they may not think of, such as the surgeon’s location and availability, the level of comfort they feel with the surgeon, and the aftercare that will be provided. The following criteria should be considered when choosing your plastic surgeon in Toronto.
Car accidents are a good example of a common trauma that can cause facial damage. When the head hits the dashboard or windshield, the impact can cause broken noses and jaws or other facial disfigurements. Any abrupt penetration to the face, such as a punch, a blow from a blunt object, or even a gunshot wound, can cause severe damage to facial structures as well as the skin.
All staff should be fully licensed and experienced
Location
In addition to selecting a certified plastic surgeon whose office is located conveniently for you, it is also crucial to consider where the surgeon operates. During your initial consultation, be sure to ask about the surgical centre or hospital where the surgery will be performed and determine whether the surgeon has hospital privileges. If the surgery is not performed in a hospital, be sure that the surgical facility is fully accredited and certified by the Out-of-Hospital Premises Inspection Program (OHPIP). This ensures that the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has validated the clinic’s medical and safety standards and deemed them equivalent to a hospital. Your anesthesiologist and all staff should be fully licensed and experienced.
Availability
Another important factor to consider is your surgeon’s availability. It is crucial for your plastic surgeon to be available when you have questions or concerns before and after your surgery. Although only one consultation is necessary prior to your procedure, if you still have questions, your surgeon should be available to discuss details and ensure that you feel great about the plan. During your consultation(s), you might find it helpful to write down a list of considerations that are important to you so you don’t forget anything.
Follow-up care can be just as important as the procedure itself. In most instances, depending on your procedure, your surgeon will schedule one or more follow-up appointments to physically assess you, provide instructions, and ensure you are on track. However, in addition to your regularly scheduled post-operative appointments, your surgeon should also be available for additional aftercare appointments, if required.
One of the most significant considerations when choosing your Toronto plastic surgeon is trust
Level of Trust
During your initial consultation, it is important that you feel comfortable and confident with the person you are meeting with. While the surgeon’s qualifications, experience, and specialization are certainly crucial factors to consider, it is also imperative that you feel able to communicate openly with your surgeon. Trust is built when your surgeon listens carefully to your concerns, takes time to discuss your vision for the procedure, and works with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that suits your specific needs and goals.
Cost
Although cost is understandably a factor to be considered when selecting your plastic surgeon, it should never be the determining factor. In many instances, the results of cosmetic surgery procedures are permanent. As such, it is crucial to ensure that you choose a surgeon based on their skill, expertise, and a shared plan – not a deal or low price. If the cost is holding you back, you may wish to consider asking your surgeon about financing options.
If you are considering a cosmetic surgery procedure, please contact our clinic to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cory Torgerson at our convenient Yorkville location. As one of Toronto’s top plastic surgeons, Dr. Torgerson is focused on providing exceptional results in a warm, welcoming environment.
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